Community Resource Navigator

Vancouver Housing Authority; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

WA PERS employer contribution

12 company-paid holidays

Paid time off and sick time accrual

Job summary

Vancouver Housing Authority in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Service Coordinator 1 to support residents by linking them to vital community resources. You will assess needs, determine eligibility for public services, and provide referral assistance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with local governments and partners to address affordable housing and homelessness, and involves working on-site with a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• BA in Social Service or related field preferred.
• At least two years of direct service experience.
• Experience with aging, family services and disability services.
• Experience with determining eligibility for Federal and applicable State entitlement programs.
• Experience with legal liability issues relating to providing service coordination, drug and alcohol abuse, mental health issues, and mandated reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents' needs and connect them to public and private services.
• Build relationships with community providers to expand available resources.
• Educate residents about their rights and available support programs.
• Track service progress, maintain records, and ensure compliance with program requirements.
• Help residents build support networks and navigate daily challenges.

Skills

Assess residents' needs

Build relationships with providers

Educate residents about rights and ••

Track service progress and maintain记录

Navigate daily challenges and services

Education

BA in Social Service or related field

Job description

Vancouver Housing Authority in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Service Coordinator 1 to support residents by linking them to vital community resources. You will assess needs, determine eligibility for public services, and provide referral assistance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with local governments and partners to address affordable housing and homelessness, and involves working on-site with a full benefits package.