Salvationarmytucson
Housing Navigation Specialist
Salvationarmytucson, Yuba City, California, us, 95992
Description
The Salvation Army Mission Statement:The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.BASIC PURPOSEThe purpose of the Housing Navigation Specialist position is to assist families with identifying and obtaining permanent housing through case management, coaching and service coordination.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESConduct intake and program eligibility for Housing Navigation ServicesManage cases actively receiving Housing Navigation ServicesConduct case management and provide service coordinationDevelop individual housing plansProvide education on tenant roles, rights, and responsibilitiesProvide transportation for housing & service navigation appointmentsLiaise between tenants and landlords to assist with issues/disputesDevelop and maintain a housing inventory data listConduct habitability inspections for potential housing unitsCoordinate medical referrals in coordination with contracted managed care plansParticipate in weekly case conference meetingsParticipate in program and agency trainings as assignedMaintain accurate participant records in various information management systems; and generate reports as requestedMaintain and execute confidential information according to HIPAA standardsMaintain a highly detailed and organized filing systemEnsure intake procedures utilize harm reduction and housing first principlesCheck and respond to emails and voicemails on a regular basisAdhere to confidentiality standardsOther duties as assignedKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTSAbility to speak and write the English language at a high and professional levelHigh degree of confidentialityAble to endorse and promote The Salvation Army’s missionMinimum two (2) years of social service/work and/or related experience preferredComputer literate, in Windows environment (Microsoft Office), Publisher, Excel and Outlook preferredExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Excellent and professional telephone etiquette and presenceExcellent organizational skillsStrong ability to utilize a high level of time management and handling multiple tasksCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSHigh school diplomaMust possess a valid California Class C Driver License, and ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicleMust be 21 years or olderAuthorize The Salvation Army to add name to the CA DMV Pull Notice ProgramComplete The Salvation Army vehicle course trainingPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basisAbility to grasp, push, and/or pull objectsAbility to reach overheadAbility to operate telephoneAbility to lift up to 25-40 lbs.Ability to operate a computerAbility to process written, visual, and/or verbal informationAbility to operate basic office equipment and tools PC, Fax Machine, Telephone, Calculator, Copier, Printer.Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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The Salvation Army Mission Statement:The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.BASIC PURPOSEThe purpose of the Housing Navigation Specialist position is to assist families with identifying and obtaining permanent housing through case management, coaching and service coordination.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESConduct intake and program eligibility for Housing Navigation ServicesManage cases actively receiving Housing Navigation ServicesConduct case management and provide service coordinationDevelop individual housing plansProvide education on tenant roles, rights, and responsibilitiesProvide transportation for housing & service navigation appointmentsLiaise between tenants and landlords to assist with issues/disputesDevelop and maintain a housing inventory data listConduct habitability inspections for potential housing unitsCoordinate medical referrals in coordination with contracted managed care plansParticipate in weekly case conference meetingsParticipate in program and agency trainings as assignedMaintain accurate participant records in various information management systems; and generate reports as requestedMaintain and execute confidential information according to HIPAA standardsMaintain a highly detailed and organized filing systemEnsure intake procedures utilize harm reduction and housing first principlesCheck and respond to emails and voicemails on a regular basisAdhere to confidentiality standardsOther duties as assignedKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTSAbility to speak and write the English language at a high and professional levelHigh degree of confidentialityAble to endorse and promote The Salvation Army’s missionMinimum two (2) years of social service/work and/or related experience preferredComputer literate, in Windows environment (Microsoft Office), Publisher, Excel and Outlook preferredExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Excellent and professional telephone etiquette and presenceExcellent organizational skillsStrong ability to utilize a high level of time management and handling multiple tasksCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSHigh school diplomaMust possess a valid California Class C Driver License, and ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicleMust be 21 years or olderAuthorize The Salvation Army to add name to the CA DMV Pull Notice ProgramComplete The Salvation Army vehicle course trainingPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basisAbility to grasp, push, and/or pull objectsAbility to reach overheadAbility to operate telephoneAbility to lift up to 25-40 lbs.Ability to operate a computerAbility to process written, visual, and/or verbal informationAbility to operate basic office equipment and tools PC, Fax Machine, Telephone, Calculator, Copier, Printer.Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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