Housing Navigator - Bilingual Preferred (Russian/Farsi/Spanish)

About the role

Elica Health Centers is seeking a Housing Navigator to join our growing Community Supports (CS) program. The CS program provides free services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries with complex health issues, aiming to help them establish and maintain stable housing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement housing plans for clients experiencing homelessness, focusing on breaking the cycle of homelessness and maintaining housing stability.
• Facilitate clients into permanent housing, ensuring they have access to all necessary resources and services.
• Engage with community housing agencies and landlords to find suitable housing options for clients.
• Support clients with housing applications, deposits, and tenancy, coordinating with various benefit programs and services.
• Advocate for clients with benefits like Medi-Cal, CalFresh, SSI, EDD, IHHS, and WIC.
• Coordinate with landlords to ensure housing environments are safe and ready for move-in.
• Provide independent living and life skills training, including budgeting and connecting clients to community resources.
• Document encounters and services in Electronic Health Records (EPIC) and other systems.
• Manage caseloads of up to 40-45 active cases, attending regular meetings and community outreach events.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and one year of housing navigation or case management experience.
• Associates degree or lived experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services or related field preferred.
• CPR and first aid certificate or willingness to be trained within 90 days.
• Experience working with homeless and vulnerable populations.
• Experience with Electronic Health Record System (EPIC).
• Experience using HMIS training highly desirable.
• Commitment to HIPAA and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, persuasion, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet established goals.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Benefits

Elica offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, holidays, a 403B retirement savings account, healthcare options, FSA plans, HRA, critical illness and accident insurance, and more. Learn more about Elica's services and mission at our website or on social media.

Additional Requirements

• Current California driver’s license and proof of personal auto insurance.
• Proof of immunizations, tuberculosis clearance, and COVID-19 vaccination status.
• Passing criminal background investigation and drug screen.

Prioritizing Patient Care

Elica is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care to our underserved community. Our mission is to empower patients and members of the community to build healthy and full lives through our Community Supports program, which helps those facing complex health issues due to lack of housing, food, or transportation.