Salary: $26.03 - $34.86 HourlyLocation : Salem, ORJob Type: Full-time RegularJob Number: 551-2025-1Department: Health and Human ServicesDivision: HHS - HS - Residential and Support SvcsOpening Date: 12/30/2024Closing Date: 1/12/2025 11:59 PM PacificFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: 06Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.Marion County Health and Human Services Division is seeking someone who is compassionate, organized, collaborative, and a good communicator to be a Housing Navigation Specialist who will work with individuals to ensure long term stable housing. This position will support the Health-Related Social Needs program, working with individuals and families who experience a mental health condition, substance use condition, or an intellectual and/or developmental disability. This position provides services to monolingual Spanish-speaking individuals; therefore, fluent bilingual Spanish/English skills are required. Interested candidates will understand person centered principles and behavioral health concepts, have professional experience in public services and experience working with vulnerable individuals to obtain housing and other resources.The Housing Navigation Specialist will also work to develop and maintain available housing resources, connect with community partners, and maintain relationships with property managers/landlords. This position works with case managers, housing specialists, and other external agencies to provide housing navigation to vulnerable individuals and families. The person hired in this position should have knowledge of community resources, know how to complete service plans, and have the ability to understand and articulate outcome measures in monthly and quarterly reports.GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Provides individual and group recreational, social and skills training services under a professionally developed service plan; keeps records of persons served status; performs service plan directed case management functions under close supervision; performs related duties as required. Primary responsibility of this class is to assist and support other mental health professionals, without primary responsibility for a caseload. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under close supervision of a supervisor who assigns work, establishes goals, and reviews the results obtained for overall effectiveness. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Supervision of others is not a responsibility of positions in this classification. Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following
- Have an understanding of Health-Related Social Needs and the 1115 Waiver.
- Have an understanding of local housing market, HUD principles and various vouchers, and develop and maintain positive relationships with local landlords.
- Work directly with individuals who are houseless, or at risk of losing their housing, to find permanent, safe housing.
- Develop person-centered housing plans that ensure individuals and families reach long-term success.
- Provides screening assessments to individuals needing housing navigation services.
- Provides home and community-based tenancy services, case management, skills training, and outreach services to help individuals engage and receive treatment from community providers including mental health, chemical dependency, and physical health care providers.
- Requires ability to work independently, managing multiple individual's needs and directives simultaneously.
- Complete documentation to support data driven informed practices and bill fee-for-service when providing tenancy services, case management, and skills training.
- Become a trainer for Rent-Well or Ready to Rent tenant education classes for monolingual or bilingual individuals.
- Work with other MCHHS team members and supervisor for clinical supervision, supports and service planning, team meetings and trainings regarding housing options for individuals.
- Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
Response Level 2: In the event of an emergency, employee makes a reasonable effort to report to work. Employee may be required to perform duties outside of their regularly assigned duties. Employee may be requested to work an extended or flexible schedule. Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100 and 700 on-line or in-person training. Requirements for the Position EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Three years relevant work experience in a behavioral health services field; OR Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field; OR Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- This position provides services to monolingual Spanish-speaking individuals; therefore, fluent bilingual Spanish/English skills are required. An additional 5% will be added to the hourly wage as compensation for this skill. Finalist will be required to pass a verbal and written Standardized Spanish/English Fluency Assessment as part of the hiring process.
- Must possess a current Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) Qualified Mental Health Associate certification (QMHA) or register within ninety (90) days of hire, and complete in accordance with MHACBO guidelines. See MHACBO website for requirements.
- Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at:
- This position may be subject to the following: Must not be excluded from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).
- The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
- This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at:
- If position is within a Drug & Alcohol Treatment program, must be able to obtain CADC1 certification within 6 months of date of hire.
- This assignment is represented by a union.
- This is a full-time regular position, which is eligible for overtime.
- Typical Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, hours may vary depending upon the needs of the department and program.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Working knowledge of the general concepts of mental health (including common symptoms for major behavioral health conditions) and chemical dependency as well as community resources; de-escalation, crisis intervention, and engagement strategies; strengths-based resiliency and recovery models; definitions of basic- and community-living skills; measurable goals/outcomes of mental health recovery, substance use disorders recovery, and co-occurring disorders recovery; evidence-based strategies for skills training and improving overall health; daily living activities that promote health and wellness.Ability to demonstrate active listening skills and interviewing techniques; establish effective working relationships with diverse individuals and foster shared decision-making with behavioral health consumers, family members, and providers; clearly convey information about behavioral and general health; exercise cultural and trauma-informed competency when linking to resources; follow directions and accept feedback in a professional manner; prepare reports and document services provided to persons served in a timely and professional manner with clarity, conciseness, and completeness; work within an interdisciplinary team; practice appropriate boundaries with consumers; recognize unsafe situations.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSOperates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; bends forward; climbs 1 floor of stairs; lifts, pushes, pulls and carries up to 5 lbs.; moves carts weighing up to 5 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks clearly and audibly; reads a 12-pt. font; distinguishes shades; hears a normal level of speech; works in areas that may be exposed to heat or cold. Additional Information and/or Attachments We offer tuition assistance for employees interested in professional development towards a profession in behavioral health.
- Up to $20,000 to reimburse for tuition, licensure and/or other educational expenditures. According to the Marion County policy administrative policies regarding tuition payments.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESSMarion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.VETERANS' PREFERENCEApplicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-###-#### and 105-###-####. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.VISA SPONSORSHIPMarion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE
- One of the following:
- MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
- Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
- Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
- In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
- A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
- Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits. Most regular positions in this classification are represented by Marion County Employees Association (MCEA). For a summary of benefits, For a complete and detailed overview of the MCEA benefits package, , and select MCEA Benefits from the left menu or Marion County Employees Association (MCEA) from the page links. Regular and temporary employees are represented by MCEA.Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result.01 To receive credit for your supplemental questions, your answers must be supported by details in the education and/or work experience section of your application form. See resume is not an acceptable answer. Do you understand this statement?
02 Are you, or have you been, credentialed by the Mental Health & Addictions Certification Board of Oregon as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA)?
03 How many years of experience do you have working with the homeless population? One year of experience is equal to 2,080 hours.
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
- None of the above
04 How many years of experience do you have navigating housing systems and housing individuals and/or families? One year of experience is equal to 2,080 hours. Describe that experience: 05 How many years of experience do you have working with individuals who experience a serious and persistent mental illness? One year of experience is equal to 2,080 hours.
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
- None of the above
06 How many years of experience do you have working with individuals who are diagnosed with a substance use disorder? One year of work experience is equal to 2,080 hours.
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
- None of the above
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