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Housing Support Specialist
2 months ago
Transform Lives with Us At Columbia River Mental Health Services, we are expanding our team... We provide a wide range of behavioral health and recovery services aimed at improving the lives of individuals and families in the communities of Southwest Washington. As the oldest and largest non-profit provider of mental and chemical dependency treatment in the region, we have a rich history of service since 1942.
Our Purpose: To deliver behavioral health and recovery services that positively impact the lives of individuals and families in our community.
Why Join Our Team?
We offer EXCEPTIONAL benefits beyond standard health and wellness packages (medical, dental, vision, etc.). Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with 12 paid holidays annually, 3 paid floating holidays, and nearly 5 weeks of paid time off in your first year, which increases over time. We also provide career development opportunities, including a $325 annual allowance for professional growth and an additional 40 hours of paid time off for education and training.
Compensation:
CM I - Bachelor's Degree: $24.87 / hour
CM II - Master's Degree: $26.00 – $29.96 / hour
Role Responsibilities:
The Housing Support Specialist collaborates with clients experiencing mental health challenges as part of a comprehensive treatment team. This role is crucial in facilitating and coordinating services both within and outside our organization. Responsibilities include educating clients about mental health, assisting them in achieving their personal goals, and fostering skill development to encourage independence and recovery.
This position focuses on housing support and requires extensive collaboration with community partners, including housing authorities and local organizations. The specialist will oversee the referral process for various housing options.
The Housing Support Specialist will engage in two primary areas of work: 1) providing home and community-based support to eligible individuals, which encompasses coaching, advocacy, and ongoing assistance; and 2) identifying housing opportunities through outreach to private landlords and community resources.
Key Duties:
- Collaborate with clients to create personalized treatment plans addressing various life domains, including Mental Health, Substance Use, Daily Living Activities, Employment/Education, Family Support, Financial Stability, Social Connections, Legal Matters, Medical Needs, and Housing.
- Work on-site at designated housing facilities as needed.
- Support clients in maintaining their housing and assist with retention strategies.
- Ensure compliance with all documentation and reporting requirements as per agency standards.
- Facilitate tenant-landlord mediation and prepare landlords for clients with higher needs.
- Provide ongoing tenancy support to ensure stable housing for clients.
- Conduct assessments to identify client preferences for housing.
- Develop individualized plans for community integration based on assessments.
- Assist clients in setting measurable short- and long-term goals.
- Participate in service planning and person-centered meetings.
- Connect clients with community support services, including healthcare and behavioral health resources.
- Assist clients with entitlement applications and necessary documentation.
- Support clients in developing independent living skills.
- Review and update housing support plans with clients regularly.
- Facilitate connections to resources that promote successful tenancy.
- Engage with private landlords and explore grant-funded opportunities for housing placements.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Support the agency's mission and objectives.
- Attend scheduled staff and planning meetings.
- Maintain effective communication and collaborative relationships within the agency and the broader community while upholding confidentiality.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mental Health, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in social services, particularly with mental health or substance use disorders, is preferred.
- 1-2 years of experience in housing support is also preferred.
Compliance Notice:
In accordance with company policy, all healthcare employees must be either COVID-19 vaccinated or have a medical/religious exemption.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Columbia River Mental Health Services is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and ensure that all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. We encourage our employees to express their authentic selves at work and uphold a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination.
