Housing Specialist III
Quick answer
Impact NW is hiring an in-office Housing Specialist III in Portland to provide advanced case management, staff mentorship, and housing stability support for individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Role
- Housing Specialist III
- Organization
- Impact NW
- Location
- Portland, OR
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Housing Specialist III provides advanced community-based social work services to individuals and families experiencing chronic homelessness using a Housing First framework. This role involves direct case management, mentorship for junior staff, and assistance with program quality assurance and compliance monitoring. The position requires a candidate who can navigate complex housing barriers while providing strength-based support to vulnerable populations. Based in Portland, the role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary service providers to ensure long-term housing stability.
What you'll do
- Manage a caseload of high-acuity cases requiring complex problem-solving and barrier removal.
- Provide mentorship and onboarding support to Housing Specialist II team members.
- Conduct housing search assistance and landlord negotiations for clients.
- Assist supervisors with training, quality assurance, and compliance monitoring.
- Coordinate services with multi-disciplinary providers to support holistic client stability.
What it takes
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is required.
- Minimum of 3 years of housing navigation experience with populations experiencing homelessness.
- Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
- Proficiency with HMIS and agency data systems.
- Demonstrated experience in staff mentorship or training.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the Portland Metro area.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Self-Care Leave, employer-paid health insurance, Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Long-Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an in-office position based at Beacon at Glisan Landing in Portland, and hybrid work is not permitted.
What is the compensation for this role?
The job posting does not explicitly specify the compensation range.
Are there specific language requirements for this role?
Yes, bilingual proficiency in Spanish is required for this position.
What level of experience is required?
The role requires at least 3 years of successful housing navigation experience, with a preference for candidates who have experience in staff mentorship or training.
How to apply
Apply directly on Impact NW's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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