Housing Specialist
Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care, Auburn, WA, United States
Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is a non‑profit organization dedicated to serving our community by offering a wide range of mental health services, from inpatient to outpatient care. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. Join us in making a difference every day!
Role Overview: The Housing Specialist will collaborate with participants, staff, and community providers to provide housing resources, assist with housing applications and lease paperwork and routine reporting. Work with Housing Services staff and Housing Operations staff, property owners/managers, Valley Cities Clinic staff and participants to secure rental units and maintain mutually beneficial relationships for all parties involved. In scattered site projects serve as primary contact and liaison for landlord and other housing entities, keeping supervisor and project team fully informed of any issues of concern. Respond promptly to landlord concerns and report back in timely manner. Coordinate activities with team members, participants, and community service providers. Keep accurate and complete financial and program rental records.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with participants and staff to identify housing resources and potential housing options for program participants.
Collect, record, and track all resident housing payments (i.e. rents, deposits, key fees, etc.).
In collaboration with project services staff contribute and maintain a current listing of available housing including a variety of housing options, types, sizes, and suitability for special populations.
Work with participants to identify barriers to housing and develop reasonable strategies for addressing the barriers and securing housing. Communicate these strategies with project team to collaborate on integrating in housing stability plan.
Assist participants in completing housing applications as needed.
Maintain up‑to‑date resource lists of affordable housing in King County.
Collaborate with teammates regarding the clinical and housing needs of program participants.
What We're Looking For: Education:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of 3‑4 years of experience
Experience:
Prior experience working with homeless households.
Knowledge of landlord tenant law, housing authority regulations, the provisions of a standard lease and related information.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of professionals and a diverse client population.
Other:
Pass required background checks.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work evenings
Current Driver’s License.
Current Automotive insurance.
Why Join Us?
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision and 403(b).
21 days of PTO, plus 11 Paid Holidays
Free Supervision Hours towards Washington State Licensure
Potential participation Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
A positive and collaborative work environment.
A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees/clients.
Schedule: For a Housing Specialist at Valley Cities Behavioral Health, the position is dynamic, providing opportunities for those who thrive in an ever‑evolving environment. Discussion of schedules is encouraged during the interview process from both candidate and hiring manager.
Equal Opportunity Employment We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
Valley Cities is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, reassign, compensate, and administer all personnel actions without regard to age, sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or medical condition including pregnancy. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors.
Valley Cities also provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs or practices fully required by law. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
This employer participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E‑Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E‑Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I‑9.
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Role Overview: The Housing Specialist will collaborate with participants, staff, and community providers to provide housing resources, assist with housing applications and lease paperwork and routine reporting. Work with Housing Services staff and Housing Operations staff, property owners/managers, Valley Cities Clinic staff and participants to secure rental units and maintain mutually beneficial relationships for all parties involved. In scattered site projects serve as primary contact and liaison for landlord and other housing entities, keeping supervisor and project team fully informed of any issues of concern. Respond promptly to landlord concerns and report back in timely manner. Coordinate activities with team members, participants, and community service providers. Keep accurate and complete financial and program rental records.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with participants and staff to identify housing resources and potential housing options for program participants.
Collect, record, and track all resident housing payments (i.e. rents, deposits, key fees, etc.).
In collaboration with project services staff contribute and maintain a current listing of available housing including a variety of housing options, types, sizes, and suitability for special populations.
Work with participants to identify barriers to housing and develop reasonable strategies for addressing the barriers and securing housing. Communicate these strategies with project team to collaborate on integrating in housing stability plan.
Assist participants in completing housing applications as needed.
Maintain up‑to‑date resource lists of affordable housing in King County.
Collaborate with teammates regarding the clinical and housing needs of program participants.
What We're Looking For: Education:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of 3‑4 years of experience
Experience:
Prior experience working with homeless households.
Knowledge of landlord tenant law, housing authority regulations, the provisions of a standard lease and related information.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of professionals and a diverse client population.
Other:
Pass required background checks.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work evenings
Current Driver’s License.
Current Automotive insurance.
Why Join Us?
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision and 403(b).
21 days of PTO, plus 11 Paid Holidays
Free Supervision Hours towards Washington State Licensure
Potential participation Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
A positive and collaborative work environment.
A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees/clients.
Schedule: For a Housing Specialist at Valley Cities Behavioral Health, the position is dynamic, providing opportunities for those who thrive in an ever‑evolving environment. Discussion of schedules is encouraged during the interview process from both candidate and hiring manager.
Equal Opportunity Employment We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
Valley Cities is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, reassign, compensate, and administer all personnel actions without regard to age, sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or medical condition including pregnancy. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors.
Valley Cities also provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs or practices fully required by law. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
This employer participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E‑Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E‑Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I‑9.
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