Current jobs related to Housing Navigator- Street Medicine Team - Los Angeles - JWCH Institute
-
Housing Navigator
16 hours ago
Los Angeles, California, United States JWCH Institute Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Housing Navigator to join our Street Medicine Team. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in helping individuals at risk of homelessness, as well as those who are chronically homeless or part of homeless families.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct outreach and engage with individuals...
-
Housing Navigator- Street Medicine Team
4 months ago
Los Angeles, United States JWCH Institute Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition Purpose:The Housing Navigator's role encompasses assisting individuals at risk of homelessness, as well as those who are chronically homeless or part of homeless families. As part of a street medicine team, this position provides invaluable client advocacy, outreach, case management, and facilitates the...
-
Housing Navigator
2 days ago
Los Angeles, California, United States L.A. Family Housing Corp. Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Housing Navigator to join our team at L.A. Family Housing Corp. As a Housing Navigator, you will play a critical role in providing direct assistance and support to individuals experiencing homelessness, helping them achieve stable housing and a better quality of life.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct...
-
Housing Navigator Full Time
1 month ago
Los Angeles, United States MLK Community Healthcare Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionJob DescriptionIf you are interested please apply online and send your resume to MarisMartinez@mlkch.org POSITION SUMMARY The Housing Navigator functions as a facilitator between the Street Medicine, Care Management departments and Outpatient clinics with regard to the coordination of homelessness resources. Under the...
-
Housing Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Los Angeles, California, United States JWCH Institute Full timeJob OverviewPosition Objective:The Housing Support Specialist plays a vital role in aiding individuals facing the threat of homelessness, including those who are chronically homeless or part of families experiencing homelessness. Working within a street medicine initiative, this position is essential for client advocacy, outreach, case management, and the...
-
Housing Navigator
3 months ago
Los Angeles, United States L.A. Family Housing Corp. Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionPOSITION: Housing Navigator DIVISION: Programs- Housing Navigation WHY JOIN US:You believe that every person deserves a place to call home. You see that homelessness is a systemic issue and want to be a part of the solution. You are ready to utilize your talent, experience, and creativity towards purpose-driven work. You want to...
-
Housing Support Specialist
1 month ago
Los Angeles, California, United States JWCH Institute Full timeJob OverviewPosition Objective:The Housing Support Specialist plays a vital role in aiding individuals facing the threat of homelessness, including those who are chronically homeless or belong to homeless families. Within the framework of a street medicine initiative, this position is essential for client advocacy, outreach, case management, and facilitating...
-
Peer Navigator, Street Medicine Specialist
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles, California, United States SCAN Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Peer Navigator, Street Medicine Specialist to join our team at SCAN. As a key member of our outreach team, you will play a critical role in supporting individuals experiencing homelessness in the West Los Angeles area.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild Rapport and Trust: Establish strong relationships...
-
Peer Navigator, Street Medicine Specialist
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles, California, United States HealthCHEC Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Peer Navigator, Street Medicine Specialist to join our team at HealthCHEC. As a key member of our outreach team, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals experiencing homelessness in the West Los Angeles area.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild Rapport and Trust: Establish strong...
-
Housing Navigator
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles, California, United States The Whole Child - Mental Health & Housing Services Full timeJob DescriptionJob Summary:The Whole Child - Mental Health & Housing Services is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Housing Navigator to join our team. As a Housing Navigator, you will play a critical role in assisting program participants break the cycle of homelessness and work towards permanent housing.Key Responsibilities:Conduct Intakes and...
-
Housing Navigator
4 months ago
Los Angeles, United States JWCH Institute Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionIntroduction & Position Purpose:Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing housing instability? Join our team as a Housing Navigator and be at the forefront of addressing homelessness in our community. As a Housing Navigator, you will work closely with individuals at risk of...
-
RN Coordinator
4 months ago
Los Angeles, United States MLK Community Healthcare Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionJob DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYMLK Community Healthcare is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Coordinator/Street Medicine to be part of our MLKCH Street Medicine program (grant funded). This position is funded by a grant and will be for a period of 18 months. The RN Coordinator/Street Medicine will primarily be responsible for...
-
Manager, Care Management
2 months ago
Los Angeles, United States Healthcare in Action Full timeAt Healthcare in Action, we serve patients experiencing homelessness through an innovative "street medicine" approach by contracting with Medicare and Medicaid health plans as well as hospitals and health systems.Street medicine entails using a medically equipped van to deliver medical care directly to people experiencing homelessness in locations such as...
-
Street Medicine Coordinator
3 months ago
Los Angeles, United States Special Service for Groups, Inc- HOPICS Full timeJob DescriptionJob Description SPECIAL SERVICE FOR GROUPS, INC JOB ANNOUNCEMENTTitle: Street Medicine...
-
Manager, Care Management
2 months ago
Los Angeles, United States Healthcare in Action Full timeAt Healthcare in Action, we serve patients experiencing homelessness through an innovative "street medicine" approach by contracting with Medicare and Medicaid health plans as well as hospitals and health systems. Street medicine entails using a medically equipped van to deliver medical care directly to people experiencing homelessness in locations such as...
-
Housing Navigator
4 days ago
Los Angeles, United States LHH Recruitment Solutions Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are seeking a Bilingual Housing Navigator (Spanish-speaking) to provide support to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. In this temporary role, you will assist clients in navigating housing resources, securing stable housing, and accessing supportive services. Responsibilities:Conduct housing assessments and...
-
Housing Navigator
2 days ago
Los Angeles, California, United States PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) Full timeAbout PATHPATH (People Assisting The Homeless) is a mission-driven organization that has been pioneering bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness since 1984. We operate services throughout California, connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention, street outreach, employment preparation and...
-
Street Medicine Outreach Coordinator
4 weeks ago
Los Angeles, California, United States Special Service for Groups, Inc- HOPICS Full timeJob OpportunityCompany:Special Service for Groups, IncDivision: HOPICSJob Title: Street Medicine CoordinatorJob SummaryThe Street Medicine Coordinator will work under the supervision of the Program Manager to coordinate street-based health-care services for clients experiencing homelessness. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a...
-
Housing Navigator
2 months ago
Los Angeles, United States JVS SoCal Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Housing Navigator, Supportive Services for Veterans and Their Families (SSVF)Official Title: Housing Navigator, SSVFDepartment: Veteran ServicesLocation: BurbankSupervised By: Operations ManagerSupervises: N/AFLSA Status: Non-ExemptSalary: $25 to $27.40 per hourUnion: NoABOUT JVS SOCAL & SSVFFounded in 1931,...
-
Housing Navigator
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles, California, United States PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Housing Navigator to join our team at PATH (People Assisting The Homeless). As a Housing Navigator, you will play a critical role in assisting clients in breaking the cycle of homelessness by providing individualized support and connecting them to resources that help them achieve their housing...
Housing Navigator- Street Medicine Team
4 months ago
The Housing Navigator's role encompasses assisting individuals at risk of homelessness, as well as those who are chronically homeless or part of homeless families. As part of a street medicine team, this position provides invaluable client advocacy, outreach, case management, and facilitates the establishment of benefits. Furthermore, they serve as a crucial link between clients and mental health/substance abuse services, while also ensuring access to stable housing and other necessary supportive services. Through their expertise, they empower individuals by identifying and addressing the specific challenges they face on their path towards securing and maintaining stable housing and overall well-being.
Principle Responsibilities:
- Conduct outreach by collaborating with the street team to engage, explore and build relationships with individuals experiencing homelessness in encampments.
- Establish rapport, trust, and provide support to understand patient needs and goals.
- Perform initial comprehensive case management assessment and develop a plan of intervention that addresses need for housing, services, crisis intervention, and continuity of care planning and coordination;
- Provide case management and navigation services designed to assist clients and their families obtain and sustain stable housing;
- Provide onsite case management services in the areas of independent living skills, employment linkage, benefits establishment, and other services as needed to assist in reaching care plan and treatment plan goals;
- Respond to referrals and client’s request for case management assessment and intervention within the required response time;
- Identify appropriate permanent housing options for clients in accordance with HUD’s guidelines, such as, subsidized housing Section 8, Shelter, VASH, permanent supportive housing, affordable and market rate housing, and other housing opportunities;
- Assist clients with housing applications, complete supportive and subsidized housing paperwork, survey rental market for affordable housing, and advocate for clients with prospective landlords.
- Maintain client related data tracking systems, including case notes and complete HMIS entries.
- Complete follow-up and retention services and provide back-up documentation in client file.
- Outreach to community, business owners, realtors, landlords, housing developers and other service providers to identify new and existing opportunities and build strong relationships to better assist clients in accessing resources, employment, supportive services, and housing opportunities.
- Respond to community requests for street outreach intervention.
- Attend collaborative meetings.
- Network with other agencies, coalitions, and local community meetings.
- Actively participate in staff meetings and trainings.
- AA or Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
- 1 to 2 years experience in homeless services or case management such as housing navigation, community health worker or similar responsibilities.
- Knowledge of Housing Resources, HUD Guidelines and demonstrate familiarity with various housing programs such as Section 8, Shelter, VASH, permanent supportive housing, and affordable housing.
- Strong Communication and Relationship-Building Skills-must possess the ability to establish rapport, build trust, and communicate effectively with clients, community members, landlords, and service providers.
- Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.
- Understanding of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.
- Community Outreach and Networking Skills-Candidates must demonstrate proven experience in outreach or a strong familiarity with individuals living on the street and/or encampments preferred.
- Crisis Intervention and Problem-Solving Abilities-Candidates must possess the capacity to respond effectively to crises, develop crisis intervention plans, and employ problem-solving skills in addressing the specific challenges faced by clients.
- Electronic Health Record experience and/ Data entry skills is required.
- Flexibility and Adaptability: Candidates must be able to work in dynamic environments, respond to client needs in a timely manner, and adapt to changing circumstances.
*All JWCH, Wesley Health Centers workforce members are recommended be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 .
Employee Benefits:
JWCH Institute, Inc., offers competitive salaries for all positions. Employees working 30 hours per week or more are provided a monthly allowance which can be used towards medical, dental, and vision premiums. The agency offers sick leave, vacation time, 13 paid holidays, 401(k) Safe Harbor Profit Sharing plan, mileage reimbursement, short term and long tern disability plans, life insurance policies, employee parking and more
Wesley Health Centers JWCH Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer
