Housing Navigator Needed in Altadena

Altadena, CA 91001

Employment Type: Full-Time Temporary Category: Case Management Job Number: 6697

Job Description


PsychPros is a nationally recognized staffing and recruiting firm dedicated to the behavioral healthcare field.  We are currently hiring a Housing Navigator to work full-time with clients experiencing homelessness in Altadena, CA, 91001.  This is a TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT with the potential for converting to a permanent position for a strong candidate.

Requirements-
  • A minimum of one year of experience providing case management support to people experiencing homelessness, or at risk of homelessness, including working with people experiencing chronic health issues, mental health needs, or with histories of substance use.
  • A bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Sociology is preferred.
  • Possess a valid California driver's license and have access to properly registered vehicle.

Benefits-
  • The pay is $23.50/hour
  • The schedule is Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00

Essential Responsibilities-
  • Manage a caseload of 20-25 households
  • Collaborate with Care Coordinators at interim housing sites and through housing programs to connect families experiencing homelessness to permanent housing.
  • Assists participants in identifying and applying for units, time limited subsidy programs, housing vouchers, and/or permanent supportive housing resources, based on the family’s needs.
  • Collaborates with Care Coordinators to support the lease up process, including verifying property ownership, inspecting units, submitting move-in packets, and facilitating warm hand-offs with the care coordination team.
  • Connects participants to resources that support housing stabilization and promote wellness, including medical, mental health and/or substance use services, employment, child care, etc.
  • Engages households on a consistent basis to provide support related to goals. Weekly visits are required for unhoused participants and home visits must occur at least once a month for housed participants.
  • Transports participants as needed to essential appointments and conducts visits within the community Los Angeles County, including colocation at interim housing sites when assigned.
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