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Worksource Oregon is partnering with an employer who, for the last 60 years, has been dedicated to preventing homelessness by partnering with people on their journey to stability and opportunity. They are currently looking for qualified candidates for the position of Bilingual Spanish Housing Specialist.

REQUIREMENTS:

- Bilingual Spanish/English

- HSD/GED

- 1 or more years of experience in human services, housing navigation, or case management, preferably working with individuals and families experiencing poverty and homelessness

- Experience working with individuals who identify as having mental health conditions, substance use disorders, disabilities, or other long-term barriers to stability

- Independently manage a caseload and prioritize multiple and varied tasks while meeting deadlines

- Commitment to learning program compliance standards and maintaining accurate, timely documentation

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace computer programs

- Valid driver's license

PREFERENCES

- Prior work or lived experience with individuals and families experiencing poverty and homelessness

- Bachelor's Degree in social work or related field

- Experience with HMIS and agency/funder data systems

JOB DUTIES:

- Provide intensive, community-based social work services including coordination, advocacy, support, and encouragement using a Housing First framework

- Serves individuals and families experiencing homelessness and/or housing instability and supports participants in achieving and maintaining long-term housing stability

- Functions as an independent case manager responsible for screening, intake, assessment, housing navigation, landlord engagement, and ongoing supportive services

- Working knowledge of program guidelines and funder requirements and ensures services are delivered in accordance with agency standards and timelines

- 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

- 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

- Meet client service standards set forth by HSN Department Leadership regarding quantity, type, and quality of services delivered

- Prepare documentation and files in accordance with agency standards and in preparation for internal or external review