SAPC Housing Navigator

About the role

The Housing Navigator for individuals enrolled in Recovery Bridge Housing (RBH) provides triage and linkage to support housing and homeless services for adult singles under the supervision of the Program Manager.

Responsibilities

• Screen and triage individuals for available services through SPA 6 Clarity Database
• Conduct triage tools through Clarity
• Conduct intakes with eligible participants
• Develop Individual Housing Service Plans with each participant and conduct weekly updates
• Document all encounters with clients in HMIS within one business day
• Link and refer participants to available programs within HOPICS and SPA 6 CES as needed
• Identify community resources that will assist in removing barriers to meet immediate needs
• Maintain and monitor a master participant log to track
• Identify, report, and work to remove all barriers to housing stabilization
• Support clients in locating and applying for suitable housing based on their needs and the housing stability plan
• Provide weekly reports to Management on work completed
• Provide field-based case management services on a consistent basis
• Perform any other appropriate responsibilities as assigned by the Senior Manager and Program Supervisor
• Maintain accurate files/records on activities, client services in compliance with HIPAA, CFR 42 and other funding requirements for auditing purposes
• Attend meetings associated with other projects as assigned by the Program Manager
• Monitor and track Housing Navigation referrals in HMIS
• Run HMIS report on housing navigators case notes every Friday to ensure all notes are up to date
• Assist in training and provide support to all onboarding staff, providers, and other project partners participating in the project
• Maintain appropriate boundaries with staff, clients and community partners
• Adhere to SSG's Code of Ethics and HOPICS' Core Values
• Represent the Agency in a professional manner at meetings and community events
• Regular attendance required
• Maintain and uphold Agency mission statement, values, policies, procedures, and principles
• This position will work with SAPC partners, subcontractors, community agencies, and SPA 6 Providers
• Must attend provider meetings, SAPC-related meetings, staff development, and staff training
• Working knowledge of policies and procedures of LA County Department of Public Health-SAPC
• All other duties as needed

Qualifications

• A high school diploma and 3 years' experience in the social service field OR an associate degree in social work or related field and two years of experience in the social service field
• Ability to work with clients from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds
• Verification of Employment Eligibility and Background Clearance
• Ability to take direction, utilize critical thinking, communicate effectively, both written and orally
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Current proof of Auto Insurance is required
• TB test required (Not more than (3) months before or (7) days after date of hire and renewal annually thereafter)
• CPR and First Aid Certification is required within 30 days of employment with the company
• Computer word processing skills required. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions

Skills

• Working knowledge of Excel, HMIS, and other database programs is desirable

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$24.00 to $26.00 /Per Hour

Schedule

N/A