Housing Support Specialist II - Clinical Housing

About the role

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is seeking a Housing Support Specialist to support individuals living with severe and persistent mental illness in housing and community-based settings. This role helps clients build the skills needed to maintain stable housing and increase independence over time. The work is hands-on and relationship-based, with a focus on practical support and long-term success in the community.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients in KMHS housing, those seeking placement, and those already housed in the community.
• Collaborate in implementing agency treatment philosophy, program goals, and therapeutic housing standards.
• Build positive relationships with clients and create a supportive environment that fosters independence.
• Conduct FCS assessments and recertifications; develop person-centered goals and provide education, training, coaching, and advocacy.
• Learn and implement the Permanent Supportive Housing Fidelity (PSH) model.
• Support skill-building in cooking, cleaning, money management, social interaction, and other recovery skills.
• Provide individualized structure, including scheduling tasks, group shopping trips, or one-on-one support.
• Encourage the development and achievement of housing-related goals.
• Maintain contact with the Crisis Response Team, housing team, and clinical team; report observations on client status, risks, or stability.
• Identify and intervene early when behaviors may jeopardize housing.
• Respond appropriately when clients are missing, ill, injured, or psychiatrically unstable.
• Document incidents, unusual events, and services provided per agency policy.
• Contribute to transitional planning for clients moving toward more independent living.

Qualifications

The minimum qualifications for this role include a Bachelor's degree in psychology, social services, or behavioral health field, or a high school diploma or GED with four years of property management and housing experience. Entry-level candidates with a BA degree are welcome, as are those with four years of relevant experience and a GED.

Requirements

• Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration is required.
• The incumbent must meet all agency driving requirements, including being at least 21 years old, having been licensed for a minimum of three years, successfully completing a motor vehicle history check, possessing and maintaining a current, valid driver’s license in the state of Washington, and having reliable, insured transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in co-occurring disorders treatment, individual and group therapy, vocational services, or substance abuse treatment is preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental & Vision
• Generous PTO: Up to 19 days + 2 mental health days + 10 holidays (pro-rated for part-time)
• Fully Paid YMCA Membership for you and eligible family members
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Free Wellness App (2MorrowHealth)
• Collaborative, Supportive Team Environment

Pay

The hiring range for this position is $25.19 - $30.86 per hour.

Schedule

This is a full-time, onsite position in Bremerton, WA, including community outreach.