Care Specialist

2 weeks ago


Portland, Oregon, United States Human Solutions Full time
Job Title: Care Specialist - Homelessness Prevention

At Human Solutions, we are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Care Specialist to join our team. As a Care Specialist, you will provide strengths-based family advocacy with families who are homeless, at risk of becoming homeless, or in need of other supportive services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct in-depth eligibility and assessment with applicants
  • Work closely with the family system Coordinated Access and attend pre-lease-up meetings
  • Collaborate with household members to develop and implement an individualized and flexible action plan with specific goals
  • Apply program funds appropriately to each household based on their goal plan and assess the duration of participation in program based on the identified needs of the household
  • Provide Family Advocates, Peer Specialists, and Resident Services staff with added support and guidance for participants with higher behavioral health needs through case conferencing
  • Assist families during lease up, helping them to overcome barriers to housing
  • Be responsive to property managers as concerns arise in order to support participants in successfully stabilizing in their housing and preventing eviction
  • Provide outreach services as needed to maintain effective engagement in services
  • Assist in supporting participants with required inspections and understanding the requirements of maintaining their homes
  • Provide life skills coaching to participants, helping them learn new skills for independent, successful living
  • Engage with households at least once a month to update progress, address other needs, and provide any other ongoing supportive services

Requirements:

  • Any combination of education and work experience in a Behavioral Healthcare setting with case management totaling at least three years or a Bachelor's Degree in social service/social sciences field with at least 1 year of case management experience specifically focused on Behavioral Health
  • Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) registration and certification preferred but not required
  • Experience with crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
  • Experience with community networking and resource development
  • Experience delivering services in a culturally responsive approach using Assertive Engagement techniques

We offer a comprehensive array of benefits in support of your physical, emotional, and financial well-being, including employer-paid premiums for employee health insurance, generous paid time off, and access to an employee assistance program.

Apply now to join our team and make a difference in the lives of families experiencing homelessness and poverty.



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