Multnomah Housing Specialist ll

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

DATE PREPARED:August 2026

POSITION TITLE:HSN Bilingual Housing Specialist II

PROGRAM:Permanent Supportive Housing

MANAGEMENT POSITION___or CLIENT SERVICES POSITION_X__

ENTRY SALARY or HOURLY WAGE:$25.71 – $27.00/hr includes language differential

NONEXEMPT_X__

At Impact NW we are a nonprofit with a mission to prevent homelessness, because we believe in the fundamental right to: beautiful life, stability and peace. More importantly, it also means a life filled with opportunity and community support, especially for Indigenous, Black, Brown, Melanated, Immigrant, and Asian people.

What we seek is for you to share your skill sets – especially if you:

*Put people first

*See the beauty in people

*Promote peace

*Find a way

We believe that with our mission and values as our north star, we can move toward our vision of a future where housing is a human right. If this resonates with you, we’d love to have your purpose and passion on our team at Impact NW.

Benefits Summary:

At Impact NW, we care deeply about the well-being of our team and strive to support a healthy balance between work and life. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and additional Self-Care Leave to help you recharge and take care of yourself.
• Employer-paid health insurance for employees, plus a Health Reimbursement
• Arrangement (HRA) with an employer contribution to help cover out-of-pocket medical expenses.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance fully paid by Impact NW.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering free and confidential support for mental health, finances, and more.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with an employer matching contribution to help you plan for the future.
• A positive, inclusive, and mission-driven work culture where every team member is valued and supported.

We believe that taking care of our people helps us take care of our community.

Job Summary:

The principal role of the Bilingual Housing Specialist II is to provide intensive, community-based social work services including coordination, advocacy, support, and encouragement using a Housing First framework. This position serves individuals and families experiencing homelessness and/or housing instability and supports participants in achieving and maintaining long-term housing stability. The Bilingual Housing Specialist II functions as an independent case manager responsible for screening, intake, assessment, housing navigation, landlord engagement, and ongoing supportive services. This role maintains working knowledge of program guidelines and funder requirements and ensures services are delivered in accordance with agency standards and timelines. The primary working location for this position is at Alder 9 Apartments in Multnomah County; however, geographic boundaries are subject to change.

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain a working knowledge of all program requirements, including eligibility criteria, enrollment standards, documentation expectations, and funder definitions.
• Conduct screening, intake, and referral of internal and external requests for service.
• Provide progressive, person-centered, trauma-informed, and strength-based engagement, assessment, and ongoing case management using the principles of Housing First and Assertive Engagement.
• Develop and maintain client relationships that promote independence, stability, and self-determination.
• Assist participants with housing search activities, landlord/property manager communication, and lease-up processes.
• Provide direct landlord advocacy to support housing placement and retention.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary service providers (e.g., healthcare, mental health, addictions, employment, and social services) to ensure comprehensive support.
• Provide education regarding public benefits (WIC, Medicaid, TANF, SNAP, veteran-specific benefits, SSD, SSI, Medicare, etc.) while ensuring participant choice and autonomy in selecting service providers.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of community resources related to housing, mental health, addiction recovery, disability services, and income support.
• Research and compile data on new resources; update current resource information regularly and distribute to participants and staff as appropriate.
• Meet client service standards set forth by HSN Department Leadership regarding quantity, type, and quality of services delivered.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and complete documentation of all client interactions in HMIS and agency/funder data systems.
• Maintain compliance with program policies, departmental tools, agency procedures, and funder requirements.
• Ensure participant progress and complete required documentation for enrollment, service provision, and program exits within established timelines.
• Prepare documentation and files in accordance with agency standards and in preparation for internal or external review.
• Effectively communicate agency policy, mission, and values to participants, landlords, collaborating organizations, and community members.
• Meet face-to-face with walk-ins and respond to calls and emails from individuals seeking information and housing resources, in alignment with Worker of the Day responsibilities.
• Actively participate in team meetings, case consultations, and agency training.
• Accept other work assignments as assigned by HSN Department Leadership.

Supervision:

Reports to: Multnomah County PSH Program Coordinator

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Bilingual Spanish is required for this position.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in human services, housing navigation, or case management, preferably working with individuals and families experiencing poverty and homelessness.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field preferred; equivalent professional or lived experience may be substituted for education requirements.
• Experience working with individuals who identify as having mental health conditions, substance use disorders, disabilities, or other long-term barriers to stability.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work within a strength-based, client-centered, Housing First service delivery model.
• Ability to independently manage a caseload and prioritize multiple and varied tasks while meeting deadlines.
• Working knowledge of program eligibility requirements, documentation standards, and funder guidelines.
• Commitment to learning program compliance standards and maintaining accurate, timely documentation.
• Experience with HMIS and agency/funder data systems preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Sensitivity and ability to relate to individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences.
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team and support the agency’s mission.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace computer programs.
• Ability to travel/drive efficiently in urban and rural areas and between multiple counties.
• Possess a valid driver’s license, up-to-date car insurance, a good driving record, and provide own dependable transportation to drive on behalfof agency.
  

Job Conditions:

• Frequent repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting, and extensive visual focus.
• On-site Monday-Friday to comply with contractual obligations. Hybrid work is not permitted.
• Significant travel/driving is required within the Portland Metro area.
• Occasional early morning, evening, and weekend meetings.
• Periodic exposure to individuals who may be angry or distressed.
  

Impact NW is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. If you require an accommodation during the application, testing, or interview process, please contact Chelsea Campbell-Martin at 503-242-2436 or [e-mail].

We are committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.