Multnomah Housing Specialist II Position

4 weeks ago

Portland, Oregon, United States IMPACT NW GROUP Full time
Job Summary

The Multnomah Housing Program Specialist II provides community-based social work services, including engagement, coordination, advocacy, support, and encouragement, and intensive case management. This role applies Assertive Engagement best practices and follows the Housing First philosophy for individuals and families experiencing housing instability.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain a working knowledge of program requirements, including eligibility, enrollment standards, and definitions.
  • Conduct screening, intake, and/or referral of internal and external requests for service.
  • Provide progressive person-centered and strength-based engagement, assessment, and ongoing case management and supportive services using the principles of Assertive Engagement.
  • Develop trauma-informed client relationships that promote independence and encourage the unique strengths of each participant.
  • Work independently within given guidelines, show flexibility to best serve client needs, and effectively engage clients from diverse backgrounds in problem-solving towards mutually agreed-upon goals.
  • Serve as a liaison to collaborating organizations, including schools, social services, state agencies, and community groups as assigned.
  • Coordinate multi-disciplinary service providers and provide education regarding benefits while ensuring that participants have control over their choice of service providers.
  • Research and compile data on new resources, update current resource information on a regular basis, and distribute information to both residents and staff.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of housing, mental health, addiction recovery, disability, and other social service resources in the metro area to meet Worker of the Day responsibilities for our community.
  • Be self-motivated and willing to work as a team member and support Impact NW's mission and goals.
  • Effectively communicate agency policy, mission, values, and decisions to clients, collaborating organizations, and the community.
  • Complete accurate, legible, and timely documentation of services delivered in accordance with Impact NW's information system.
  • Ensure compliance with agency and funder documentation and evaluation requirements, which support high staff productivity and quality client services.
  • Meet performance standards and deadlines set forth by the HSN Department and partnering agencies regarding quantity, timeliness, and quality of work.
  • Accept other work assignments as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in social work or a related field. Equivalent experience may be substituted for education requirements.
  • Experience in human services, preferably working with families experiencing poverty and homelessness.
  • Experience in working with clients who identify having mental health, addiction/recovery, and/or other long-term disabilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively work within a strength-based, trauma-informed, and person-centered support service delivery model.
  • Knowledge or experience in the principles of harm-reduction and Housing First.
  • Sensitivity and ability to relate to people from diverse lifestyles, socioeconomic levels, and cultures with the ability to provide culturally responsive services.
  • Ability to engage and collaborate with a broad spectrum of community members.
  • Possess good organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple and varied tasks.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Personal transportation and a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history and ability to travel efficiently in the metro area.
  • Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office computer programs and database entry.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bilingual
  • QMHA certification
  • CADC certification
Job Conditions
  • Repetitive motion, prolonged sitting, extensive visual involvement.
  • Orally communicate with others.
  • Frequent travel required.
  • May require some evening and/or weekend work.
  • May be exposed to angry or distraught people.
Job Benefits
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Employer-paid healthcare
  • 401k with employer matching contribution
  • Flexible work schedule

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