Permanent Supportive Housing Clinical Supervisor - HS085

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 63,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Match

Job summary

NATIVE AMERICAN REHABILITATION ASSOC. OF THE NW (NARA NW) is hiring a Permanent Supportive Housing Clinical Supervisor to oversee PSH services for Native American and Alaska Native adults and families experiencing homelessness in Portland, OR.

The role emphasizes integrated care with a focus on cultural, physical, and emotional well-being. You will supervise QMHP/QMHA staff, ensure grant compliance, and collaborate across programs.

Qualifications

• QMHP-C or Master’s degree in health-related field; three years paid experience in behavioral health is highly preferred.
• QMHA- I is required.
• Two years paid supervisory experience in social services desirable.
• Knowledge of Permanent Supportive Housing and Coordinated Entry systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clinical supervision for staff delivering housing placement and long-term housing retention services to homeless individuals and families, with culturally specific Native American focus.
• Accompany PSH staff in the field to support staff and clients.
• Facilitate hiring, orientation, and training of new staff.
• Ensure grant/contract compliance; review paper charts and electronic records; support data collection and reporting.
• Maintain service data across Centricity, RPMS, and HMIS databases.
• Manage flexible client assistance funds; review fund requests and track spending.
• Provide clinical consultation for behavioral health crises and deliver crisis assessment and intervention.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Behavioral health

Crisis intervention

Staff training

Data reporting

Education

QMHP-C or Master’s degree in health-related field

QMHA- I required

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Totem Lodge – Portland, OR 97202. Position Type: Full Time. Education Level: Graduate Degree. Salary Range: $62,608.00 – $77,852.00 Salary/year. Job Shift: Day. Title: Permanent Supportive Housing Clinical Supervisor.

Location: River House – 211 SE Caruthers, Portland OR 97214. Schedule: This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday, 8:30AM – 5:00PM. Wage Range: $62,608.00 – $77,852.00, Exempt, Salary.

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

The Permanent Supportive Housing Clinical Supervisor oversees the implementation and day to day operations of Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) services designed for Native American and Alaska Native adults and families experiencing homelessness, most of whom have a disabling condition and a history of chronic homelessness. This position provides clinical supervision and oversight for QMHP and QMHA staff providing housing placement and long-term housing retention services in the community. The position is responsible for extensive collaboration with multiple NARA programs and partner agencies to ensure effective services and compliance with all grants and contracts. In addition, this position is responsible for ensuring all PSH services incorporate an Integrated Care approach that focuses on cultural, physical, and emotional well-being. Approaches utilized by NARA’s PSH programs include Assertive Engagement and Housing First principles. The PSH Clinical Supervisor works cooperatively with other program supervisors and managers to ensure consistent quality of services.

What you will do:

• Provide administrative and clinical supervision for staff providing housing placement and long-term housing retention services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, with a focus on providing culturally specific services for Native Americans.
• Accompany PSH staff in the field as needed to support staff and clients.
• Facilitate hiring, orientation, and training of new staff.
• Ensure compliance with grant and contract requirements, including reports and service documentation; conduct regular reviews of paper charts and electronic records; collaborate with the Housing Operations Supervisor to ensure timely and thorough data collection, and assist with regular reports as needed.
• Ensure appropriate service data is maintained within multiple database systems, including Centricity, RPMS and HMIS.
• Manage flexible client assistance funds; review fund requests for approvals to ensure appropriate use of funds, and track spending of program funds.
• Provide clinical consultation to PSH staff working with persons experiencing behavioral health crises; provide crisis assessment, management, and intervention as needed.

Qualifications:

• QMHP-C or Master’s degree in health-related field and three years of paid experience in field of behavioral health care, highly preferred.
• QMHA- I is required.
• Two years in paid supervisory experience in the social services field is desirable.
• Knowledge and experience in providing Permanent Supportive Housing; understanding of Coordinated Entry systems.
• Extensive knowledge of issues facing homeless adults, Veterans, and families and the impact of transitioning from homelessness to housing.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and leadership abilities, including ability to make sound decisions.
• Ability to train, coach, and mentor in a field-based environment.
• Must have valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
• Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
• Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.

What’s in it for you?

15 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples' Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, December 25th and your birthday!

Benefits:

Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 15 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness – NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC

NARA NW Mission:

Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.

Consistent with NARA NW's sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a "Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form" and NARA NW "Modeling Sobriety Policy Form" as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.