Masters Level Clinician Supportive Housing at El Programa Hispano Católico

Become A Part of the El Programa Hispano Catòlico Team!El Programa Hispano Católico (EPHC) is an organization that supports individuals in reaching their fullest potential. For nearly 40 years our mission has been to advance racial equity and social justice through the power of our Latine roots culture and community. This mission which is at the heart of everything we do has allowed us to respond to local needs by addressing the social determinants of health. We achieve this through our program areas: Housing Economic Sustainability Education Community Wellness and DV/SA Prevention and Intervention. Today EPHC serves more than 30000 people annually and employs over 100 staff members the majority of whom are bilingual and over 93% are bicultural.Although EPHC is affiliated with the Catholic Charities Network candidates or participants do not need to be Catholic to work with us or receive services. Across our programs and services staff of all faiths-or none-work within our framework of respect for our mission the dignity of the human person and the common good. To learn more about EPHC visit our website at Benefits: Vacation & Sick Time Benefits14 Paid Holidays90% employer-paid health insurance with buy-up options401k with Employer ContributionShort Term/Long Term Disability InsuranceVoluntary Life InsuranceAccess to our Retirement planFlexible Spending AccountEmployee Assistance ProgramGroup Life InsuranceBonus Wellness DaysContinuous Growth and Development OpportunitiesOpportunities to serve your community and make a positive impactAbout The Role: Mobile Permanent Supportive Housing Specialist (MPSH) This role supports communities that that have experienced chronic homelessness in transitioning to permanent supportive housing. This role works collaboratively with members of other organizations also providing supportive housing services: EPHC (El Programa Hispano Catolico) NARA (Native American Rehabilitation Association) Coalition of Community Health Clinics Mental Health Association of Oregon and JOIN to provide housing retention services.Using the evidence-based Permanent Supportive Housing model and JOINs Housing First approach the MPSH program offers equity-informed participant-driven trauma-informed and relationship-based services. With wraparound support-including case management mental health services and peer support-we aim to build trust promote strengths and ensure successful tenancy for our participants. The collaborative provides trauma-informed tools for an individuals professional success in this role. Those in this role have access to professional counseling through coalition training funds and it is aimed for those who plan to obtain a mental health professional certification (QMHP). Essential Duties:Provide housing placement and retention support services to people referred through the adult system coordinated access case conferencing process.Work with individuals to develop individualized housing plans and identify supportive services to promote housing stability. Assist individuals with completing housing applications and other required paperwork.Build and maintain collaborative relationships with resident services staff property managers and management companies. Provide ongoing support to individuals including assisting with rent payments and connecting them with necessary services.Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all participant interactions and services provided.Attend weekly case meetings to review case files discuss progress and challenges and coordinate services with other team members.Attend and participate in training meetings and other professional development opportunities as required to maintain current knowledge and skills related to housing and homelessness issues.Adherence to El Programa Hispano Católico policies and procedures.Work in collaboration with all the other organization part of this collabortaive to ensure the success of this contract and all individuals participating in these services.Maintains punctual regular and reliable attendance.Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications and Requirements:Must be bilingual (Spanish/English) and bi-culturally competent.Excellent communication skills both verbal and in writing in Spanish and English. Masters degree in social/human services or mental health field or QMHP.QMHP certified or willing to obtain the certification with the support of EPHC.Experience and knowledge working with a broad range of issues affecting homeless Latine/ Hispanic and other BIPOC communities (Black Indigenous or People of Color).Intermediate proficiency in all programs of Microsoft Office; experience with data entry.Demonstrate judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential matters.Must be able to organize and prioritize work be proactive take initiative follow through and simultaneously manage multiple priorities to ensure goals are met in a timely manner. Willingness to learn new skills and take on new responsibilities. Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills. Ability to work well in a team setting as well as independently; be flexible and adapt well to different dynamics in a fast-paced work environment.Ability to support organizational and program-specific mission and goals.Ability to lift 40 pounds.Access to a reliable motor vehicle. Must have a drivers license ability to obtain automobile insurance at levels required by the agency (100/300/100). Satisfactory results from civil criminal and motor vehicle background checks are required. Compensation: $28.00-$30.00 per hour. Pay commensurate with skills and experience. Location & Typical Working Conditions: Some of the work performed by this position can be accomplished in a hybrid/remote work environment though frequent in-person meetings will be required. There are times when work requires in-person onsite activities. On-site work is located at EPHCs office in Gresham OR and meeting participants in the Adelitas Hacienda CDC building. Job duties may require occasional travel and evening and weekend work depending on project deadlines.To Apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume to El Programa Hispanos online application at EPHC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEREl Programa Hispano Catolico is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. EPHC does not discriminate on the basis of race color gender disability veteran military status religion age creed national origin sexual identity or expression sexual orientation marital status genetic information or any other basis prohibited by local state or federal law. Key Skills Arabic Speaking,Marketing & Promotions,Access Control System,Apache Tomcat,BI,Back Office Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 28 - 30