Housing Advocate

Neighborimpact-2; Bend (OR); Presencial; USD 39 000 - 40 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Vacation time

Holidays

Sick leave

Resumo da oferta

NeighborImpact is seeking a Housing Advocate in Bend, OR to empower individuals toward self-sufficiency and stable housing. You will conduct screenings, connect clients with resources, and advocate for housing opportunities with dignity and respect.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in social work or related field, one year of case management experience, and the ability to travel across the tri-county area.

Qualificações

• Associate’s degree in social work, human services, or related field required.
• One year of experience in case management or related services required.
• Ability to travel throughout the tri-county area regularly, using personal vehicle required.
• Satisfactory criminal background check and motor vehicle records check required.
• Within 90 days of hire: Bloodborne Pathogens and Naloxone Training; First Aid/CPR/AED; Satisfactory ORCHARDs background check.

Responsabilidades

• Provide personalized case management and support to clients to achieve self-sufficiency and stable housing.
• Conduct screenings and assessments to determine program eligibility.
• Connect clients with community resources and advocate for housing opportunities.
• Maintain precise client documentation.
• Collaborate with Client Services Manager to facilitate client success.

Conhecimentos

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Formação académica

Associate’s degree in social work, human services, or related field

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

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Description

Join our team as a Housing Advocate and become a champion for change in our community. This vital role offers the opportunity to empower individuals through personalized case management, ensuring their journey towards self-sufficiency and stable housing is met with dignity and respect. Your dedication to inclusivity and advocacy will not only transform lives but also strengthen the fabric of our community.

Location

Bend

Compensation

$28.03/hour (plus $0.50/hour for bilingual Spanish)

Hours

Regular full-time (40 hours/week)

Benefits

• 100% premium paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, Agency paid Retirement plan (up to 6%), almost 2 weeks of vacation time accrued in your first year, plus 14 paid Holidays annually, and separate sick leave accrual

Deadline

Open until filled

NeighborImpact Housing Overview

NeighborImpact's Housing program offers crucial assistance to individuals and families in need within Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson counties, as well as the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. The program can provide eviction prevention and deposit assistance, prioritizing applications based on need rather than a first-come, first-served basis.

We value the respect and dignity of all. We aim to create a space that is physically and emotionally safe for all, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities

The Housing Advocate role involves providing personalized case management and support to clients, ensuring their self-sufficiency and stable housing. Key responsibilities include compassionately and professionally conducting screenings and assessments to determine program eligibility, connecting clients with community resources, and advocating for housing opportunities. Additionally, the Housing Advocate maintains precise client documentation and collaborates closely with the Client Services Manager to facilitate client success.

Requirements

Required

• Associate’s degree in social work, human services, or related field required
• One year of experience in case management or related services required, can include employment, internships, and long-term volunteer position
• Ability to travel throughout the tri-county area regularly, even in inclement weather, using personal vehicle required
• Required prior to date of hire and throughout employment:

1. Valid driver’s license
2. Proof of current auto insurance
3. Access to reliable transportation
4. Satisfactory criminal background check
5. Satisfactory motor vehicle records check

Required within 90 days of hire

1. Complete the Bloodborne Pathogens and Naloxone Training within 90 days
2. First Aid/CPR/AED certification
3. Satisfactory ORCHARDs background check completed post hire

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or related field preferred
• Professional experience in the field, or a related field, preferred
• English/Spanish bilingual preferred