Housing Specialist - Supervisor - HS012

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Ensure Housing First, Trauma-Informed Care, and Assertive Engagement principles are utilized in the delivery of services.
• 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.
• Manage flexible client assistance funds; review fund requests for approvals to ensure appropriate use of funds, and track spending of program funds.
• Collaborate extensively with community partners, property managers and other NARA programs to ensure positive relationships and access to resources for NARA clients.
• Work with the community to enlist support and feedback for the program.
• Provide clinical consultation to PSH staff working with persons experiencing behavioral health crises; provide crisis assessment, management, and intervention as needed.
• Keep detailed tracking sheet of program activities and caseloads.

Requirements

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the field of Permanent Supportive Housing.
• Experience with trauma-informed care and Assertive Engagement principles.
• Strong supervisory skills and ability to manage a caseload.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to homeless services.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients, staff, and community partners.
• Experience with integrated care approaches.

Benefits

NARA NW offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Health insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible work schedule.

Pay

$73,000.00 - $90,000.00, Salary, Exempt.

Schedule

This is a in person position, Monday through Friday 8:30AM - 5:00PM.