Forensic Housing & Recovery Specialist (Peer Services)

Frontier Behavioral Health; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing Bonus

Paid Time Off

9 Paid Federal Holidays

Sick Leave

Job summary

Frontier Behavioral Health in Spokane seeks a Housing Specialist to link clients to housing services and provide in-person, telephone, and outreach support. You will develop individualized housing plans, connect clients with landlords, and coordinate with housing programs regionally.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field, a WA credential application within 30 days, and a valid driver’s license for community outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Must apply for Counselor Agency Affiliated – Registered credential from the WA State Department of Health within 30 days of hire.
• Must have an unrestricted and valid driver’s license, be able to pass a motor vehicle screening and driving test, have active car insurance, and be willing to use their personal vehicle in the course of work.

Responsibilities

• Develop a collaborative individualized, strengths-based housing plan inclusive of action steps for housing-related issues.
• Contact eligible individuals no later than one calendar day following referral, utilizing mobile crisis teams when HARPS is not available.
• Update the Housing Plan as the individual’s needs and circumstances change.
• Complete progress notes to document the individual’s progress toward permanent supportive housing.
• Provide outreach, tenant support, and independent living skill building supports.
• Maintain client records and all required documentation in a timely and confidential manner.

Skills

Cultural sensitivity

Communication

Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Frontier Behavioral Health in Spokane seeks a Housing Specialist to link clients to housing services and provide in-person, telephone, and outreach support. You will develop individualized housing plans, connect clients with landlords, and coordinate with housing programs regionally.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field, a WA credential application within 30 days, and a valid driver’s license for community outreach.