PATH Housing Navigator - Adult Services (Kalispell, MT)

AWARE Inc.; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 42,300 - 51,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Financial Bonus Program

Tuition Advancement Program

Health Insurance

Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Wellness programs

Generous paid time off

Job summary

AWARE Inc. in Kalispell, Montana is seeking a PATH housing navigator to provide support for homeless individuals and families. The role includes assisting with housing applications, ensuring safety standards, and facilitating community connections.

Applicants should have a BS/BA in a Human Services Field and direct experience. AWARE offers competitive compensation, health insurance, and benefits, along with a commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in a Human Services Field and at least 1 year of direct work experience or equivalent.
• Valid Montana Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Background check must be clear.

Responsibilities

• Assist homeless individuals in applying for Social Security benefits.
• Help secure permanent housing and transitional placements.
• Inspect apartments to ensure safety standards.
• Communicate with landlords and assist with housing documents.
• Conduct appointments regarding housing needs and referrals.
• Provide housing case management to clients.
• Participate in outreach activities for high-risk groups.
• Document interactions in HMIS system.
• Complete SOAR training.

Skills

Homeless outreach experience

Client case management

Communication skills

Community networking

Education

BS/BA in Human Services Field

Job description

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to individuals in your community, we invite you to join our team at AWARE.

AWARE is looking for the right person to join the team as a PATH housing navigator. The support we provide helps adults, children, and families become active and vital members of their community while focusing on personal growth. We are a compassionate and fully engaged team dedicated to providing the best possible care to our clients. We are committed to a supportive and inclusive work environment where all team members feel valued and respected. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

AWARE PATH housing navigators earn $47,000.00 per year.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or have serious mental illnesses/co-occurring disorders apply for Social Security disability benefits.
• Identify and support client in securing permanent housing and assist with placement in transitional housing as appropriate.
• Inspect apartments using HUD's standard checklist to ensure safety standards are met.
• Assist with communications with landlords and provide document assistance with lease and other housing documents; provide housing retention aide to client of the program.
• Conduct appointments with clients pertaining to housing needs, community options, social service referrals and document client-related interactions.
• Provide housing case management to clients, aligning them with appropriate service providers to develop and implement outreach activities including networking with other community-based organizations, support groups, religious organizations, etc.
• Participate in outreach activities for high-risk groups; respect client rights and personal preferences in treatment are essential.
• Document records in HMIS system.
• Complete SOAR training.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A BS/BA Degree in a Human Services Field and minimum of one (1) year of direct work experience or an education equivalency through a combination of education and pertinent employment experience.
• Previous experience with homeless outreach preferred.
• Must have, or be willing to obtain, a valid Montana Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record, as well as an acceptable criminal and protective services background check.

Benefits

• Quarterly Financial Bonus Program
• Tuition Advancement Program
• Health Insurance
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life Insurance
• Wellness programs
• Generous paid time off

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.