Housing Specialist​/Project Position

# Housing Specialist/Project Position Pacific - Spokane, WA 99201

Education Level High School## Description
** We’re Hiring:
Housing Specialist – Homeless Services*
* * Applications reviewed as received | Position open until filled
*** Housing Specialist Project Position
** and be part of life-changing work every single day.### Pay & Benefits
* ** Starting Pay:** $20.11–$22.47/hour (DOE)
* ** Full Pay Range:** $22.11–$31.49/hour
* ** Benefits Include:**  + Medical, dental, life, and LTD insurance  + Paid Time Off (PTO)  + 403(b) retirement plan### Position Summary Housing Specialists work directly with individuals and families experiencing homelessness, using best-practice interventions to support stability and long-term housing success. Services may include:
* Rapid Re-Housing
* Outreach & Coordinated Assessment
* Diversion & Prevention
* Landlord Liaison Services
* Supportive Housing
* Foundational Community Support (FCS)
In this role, you’ll coach and support households as they connect to resources, build skills, and secure permanent housing. You’ll create and carry out individualized service plans that include assessment, planning, service delivery, follow-up, and ongoing support.### What You’ll Do
* Provide client-centered, trauma-informed housing services
* Develop and implement individualized housing and stability plans
* Connect households to community resources and benefits
* Support clients in building life skills for long-term success
* Collaborate with landlords, partners, and service providers
* Track progress and maintain accurate documentation
* Conduct assessments and home visits

You won’t just have a job — you’ll have a purpose. Every day, your work will directly impact lives, helping people regain stability, dignity, and hope.
** Apply today — applications are reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until filled!**## Qualifications
** Requirements:*
* ** Education and Experience**
* *
* Required:

** HS/GED plus 3 years of experience with case management, social services or related work or education and experience in case management, social services or related field combined to equal 3 years.
* ** Preferred:
** AA in social services with two years of case management, social services or experience in a related field. Foundational Community Supports (FCS) experience is preferred.
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*** Ability to empathize with and advocate for individuals with diverse backgrounds and needs, including those from low-income households
* Ability to work with vulnerable populations such as those re-entering the community from institutions such as jail, prison or mental health facilities.
* Demonstrated communication, life management and motivational skills to promote self-sufficiency rather than supporting dependence
* Ability to work with various assessment and planning tools, including family development model
* Knowledge of local resources with the ability to network and link appropriate services together to meet individual and family needs
* Exceptional interpersonal skills with emphasis on effectively working in a team environment and with a diverse population
* Proficient in computer operations, including word processing, spreadsheet, and database; aptitude and ability to learn related technical skills
* Ability to communicate confidently, safely, and effectively with people in crisis situations
** Training and Certifications
*** Must participate in a minimum of 20 hours annually of continuing education that is relevant to the position such as but not limited to: peer support, community health worker, trauma informed care, family development, motivational interviewing, mental health first aid, best practice updates.
* Bloodborne pathogens training (annually)
* Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, personal vehicle and insurance for Agency business (mileage reimbursed)
** Work Environment/Physical

Activities:

** Some work is sedentary, performed in a typical office environment.  Incumbent will make visits to participants’ homes or living sites, and may encounter unsanitary conditions and difficult people.  Work does require local travel to offices, residents, and other buildings.  May require lifting up to 20 pounds.
* The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.
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