Bilingual Housing Navigator - Emergency Rent Support

Community-Action-Organization; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action seeks a bilingual Housing Navigator to join our Emergency Rent team. You will support individuals and families transitioning from housing instability to self-sufficiency, building trusting relationships, advocating for clients, and coordinating housing, utilities, and support services.

The role requires bilingual proficiency (English plus Arabic/Spanish/Farsi) and experience in social services, with a focus on low-income populations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus at least one year of social services experience.
• Fluent in English and Arabic; ability to communicate in Spanish or Farsi is a plus.
• Experience with low-income populations and collaborating with housing industry is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills are essential.
• Organized, efficient, and professional with solid workload management.

Responsibilities

• Manage a client caseload providing case management to support housing stability.
• Build trust-based, culturally responsive relationships and advocate for clients.
• Conduct intake assessments and create individualized housing plans with referrals.
• Assist households with housing and utility assistance applications.
• Explain lease terms and help clients navigate program documentation and compliance.

Skills

Bilingual English-Arabic

Bilingual English-Spanish

Bilingual English-Farsi

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Job description

Community Action seeks a bilingual Housing Navigator to join our Emergency Rent team. You will support individuals and families transitioning from housing instability to self-sufficiency, building trusting relationships, advocating for clients, and coordinating housing, utilities, and support services.

The role requires bilingual proficiency (English plus Arabic/Spanish/Farsi) and experience in social services, with a focus on low-income populations.