Bilingual Housing Navigator II — Spanish

Impact NW; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health insurance for employees

Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer-m

matching

Inclusive, mission-driven culture

Job summary

Impact NW is seeking a Bilingual Housing Specialist II in Portland, OR to provide intensive, community-based social work within a Housing First framework. This on-site position supports individuals and families facing homelessness from Alder 9 Apartments in Multnomah County, reporting to the PSH Program Coordinator.

The role requires bilingual Spanish, 1–3 years in human services or housing navigation, and typically a BA in social work or related field.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish required; 1–3 years in human services, housing navigation, or case management preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field preferred; equivalent lived experience considered.
• Experience with HMIS or similar data systems is preferred; strong organizational skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of program requirements, eligibility criteria, and funder definitions.
• Screen, intake, and refer internal and external requests for service.
• Provide trauma-informed, strength-based engagement and ongoing case management using Housing First.
• Develop client relationships to promote independence and stability.
• Assist with housing search, landlord communication, and lease-up processes.
• Advocate with landlords to support housing placement and retention.
• Coordinate with healthcare, mental health, addictions, employment, and social services.
• Educate participants about public benefits and ensure choice of providers.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing, mental health, disability, and income resources.
• Document all client interactions accurately in HMIS and data systems.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies and funder requirements.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Case management

Trauma-informed

Housing navigation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field (preferred)

Tools

HMIS

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Impact NW is seeking a Bilingual Housing Specialist II in Portland, OR to provide intensive, community-based social work within a Housing First framework. This on-site position supports individuals and families facing homelessness from Alder 9 Apartments in Multnomah County, reporting to the PSH Program Coordinator.

The role requires bilingual Spanish, 1–3 years in human services or housing navigation, and typically a BA in social work or related field.