Elder Housing Navigator — RLRA Program

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision

15 Paid Holidays

13 Paid Sick Days

13 Paid PTO (up to 26 days)

Life Insurance & AD&D

401(k) with 4% Match

Job summary

Native American Rehabilitation Association NW (NARA NW) seeks a Housing Specialist for the Elders RLRA Program in Portland, OR. The role focuses on housing placement and stabilization for Elders 50+ who are homeless, coordinating with clinical and community partners.

You will screen, assess, and develop client-led service plans, assist with housing logistics, and ensure comprehensive documentation while collaborating with housing partners and providers to support health and recovery goals.

Qualifications

• QMHA credential required; if not current, must obtain within 6 months of hire.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Experience working with Elders experiencing homelessness or with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Experience creating service plans, progress notes, and other documentation.
• Knowledge of housing resources and programs.
• Knowledge and understanding of recovery-based, holistic approaches to addressing behavioral health needs.
• Ability to engage and interact positively with individuals and families to promote strengths and improve health.
• Excellent communication skills and initiative to coordinate care.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug tests and background checks.
• Access to reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Screen Elder households and intake for RLRA program.
• Assess housing stabilization needs and create client-led housing service plans.
• Assist participants in identifying housing, funding, and furnishings.
• Complete program paperwork to support housing stability.
• Develop relationships with partners and property managers.
• Coordinate with providers to support medical and behavioral health needs.
• Provide home-based engagement using Motivational Interviewing and Housing First.
• Ensure safety and follow regulations during transport and visits.
• Maintain housing-related documentation and seek supervision as needed.
• Meet regularly with clinical supervisor for supervision.

Skills

QMHA credential

Experience with Elders homelessness

Service plan creation

Housing resources knowledge

Recovery-based approaches

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Native American Rehabilitation Association NW (NARA NW) seeks a Housing Specialist for the Elders RLRA Program in Portland, OR. The role focuses on housing placement and stabilization for Elders 50+ who are homeless, coordinating with clinical and community partners.

You will screen, assess, and develop client-led service plans, assist with housing logistics, and ensure comprehensive documentation while collaborating with housing partners and providers to support health and recovery goals.