Housing Navigator

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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All employees and contractors of Share are responsible for maintaining a work culture free from discrimination and harassment by treating others with kindness and respect.

The housing navigator bridges the gap between program participants, landlords, and community housing resources. They work directly with clients to assess their needs, overcome housing barriers, and navigate rental applications. Simultaneously, they recruit and cultivate positive relationships with property managers and landlords to build an inventory of available housing options.

• →Landlord/property management outreach and relationship building. 
• →Develop rapport and communication with both property managers and participants experiencing homelessness. 
• →Regular coordination with Program Director and Engagement Specialists, including attending collaborative working group meetings. 
• →Conduct comprehensive housing assessments, housing planning, and client-driven housing searches based on the individual clients' needs. 
• →Accompany clients in housing search and outreach to available housing options. 
• →Act as client advocate in securing appropriate housing. 
• →Develop Housing Stability Plans and budgets 
• →Collect all necessary documentation needed to support assistance. 
• →Identify housing options for program participants 
• →Extensive record keeping, data entry and documentation of services in HMIS. (Homeless Management Information System) 
• →Maintain comprehensive files and statistics required by funding sources. 
• →Keep current with landlord laws, ordinances and regulations that impact housing. 
• →Attend training, workshops, seminars, community events and conferences related to this position. 
• →Responsible for maintaining confidential, professional boundaries with all clients. 
• →Other duties as assigned 

The nature of the work involves working with homeless, low-income households, individuals, or families. Most of the day is spent in the office, with about 25% of the day out in the field networking with landlords and taking clients to appointments. Working with clients in a community or home setting is required. 

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field or at least 2-year experience working with people experiencing homelessness or at-risk populations and/or experience working with people struggling with mental health or substance use concerns. 

Crisis intervention, harm reduction, and client centered care experience required. 

Creativity in problem solving, and the ability to follow through on housing leads 

Desire to be an advocate to help people who have struggled with homelessness find and secure housing 

Knowledge of Clark County resources and agencies available to the homeless population preferred. 

Knowledge and practice of motivational interviewing and trauma-informed services are highly valued. 

Strong communication skills, speaking, listening and writing clearly and thoroughly. 

Proficient in Microsoft Office 

HMIS and knowledge of Word and Excel is preferred. 

Detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills. 

Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

Strong ability to represent the interest of the agency, build successful collaborative relationships with landlords, community partners and Share staff. 

Ideal candidate is flexible, friendly, and independent and a willingness to adapt schedule based on needs of clients. 

Valid driver's license and automobile insurance and reliable transportation 

Preferred Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Valid Driver’s License/ Motor Vehicle record   
• Criminal Background History   
• Sex Offender Registry   
• OFCCP Registry  
• Drug Testing

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact rwest@sharevancouver.org

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.