JR 4544
Housing Navigator
Los Angeles, CA 90004
Salary: $23.24 to $28.28 per hour
Pay Frequency: 24 Pay Periods Per Year
Full Time Mon-Fri 8:00am to 4:30pm
Non-Exempt
Driving Required

PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our Outreach Services team as the Housing Navigator at the RHC location.

ABOUT PATH
Since its foundation in 1984, PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. PATH operates services throughout California, connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention, street outreach, employment preparation and placement assistance, individualized case management, supportive services, interim housing, and permanent supportive housing. 

ABOUT OUR TEAM
Every program in our growing range of services is designed to holistically address barriers to long-term housing stability, implementing evidenced-based practices to promote improved wellbeing beyond housing alone. We are committed to improving the quality of our services by creating a diverse work environment for the community at large. We seek the input from our clients, employees, and stakeholders to ensure equity in service delivery and accessibility for all the people we serve.

ABOUT THE JOB
As part of the Outreach Services team, the Housing Navigator role’s main function is to assist clients in breaking the cycle of homelessness by utilizing a “whatever it takes” approach. This position supports clients through all phases of homelessness, including but not limited to: on the street, interim housing, transitional housing, and permanent housing. The Housing Navigator assists clients with accessing and maintaining necessary services among health care, social services, interpersonal support systems, and navigation through a coordinated entry system. This position will provide individualized supportive services by helping each client develop a plan to address strengths, barriers, support health needs, increase income, and find and maintain housing.

Position Responsibilities include: 

• Conducts intake and individualized needs assessment for all clients and collaborates to develop Individualized Service Plan (ISP) that addresses housing goals, maintaining/increasing income and other personal goals identified by the client including medical, mental health, substance use, financial resources, vocational, and social support needs
• Provides referrals, linkages, information, and support to resources that help clients to achieve their ISP goals
• Completes program specific assessments (e.g. VI-SPDAT)
• Evaluates strengths and challenges to addressing short term and long-term goals, conducts a 90-day review with the client after initial intake
• Maintains documentation standards as required by the Program and PATH policies, including completing case file notes in a timely manner and maintains a complete, accurate, and current client file with all required documents 
• Maintains confidentiality of client files per HIPAA and all applicable guidelines
• Develops therapeutic and/or professional relationships with clients and systems/partners that enhance efforts to engage and retain individuals with their housing goals
• Provides crisis intervention and risk assessment services focused on increasing safety and enhancing the clients’ ability to independently solve problems, utilize effective coping skills, and manage and self -coordinate own care, including services for individuals with chronic trauma
• Uses motivational interviewing and trauma informed care in service delivery

WHAT YOU BRING
We’re looking for candidates with:

• Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data, identifying trends, patterns, and insights to inform decision-making. Ability to consistently produce high-quality work, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others, seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues, participants, and stakeholders. Work effectively with others, contributing to team goals and recognizing the strengths and contributions of others.
• Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups in a manner that informs, engages and maintains their attention.
• Creativity and Initiative: Take action and make decisions without being prompted, demonstrating a proactive approach to work and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities. Think outside the box, generating innovative solutions to problems or challenges.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze and evaluate information and situations, identify key issues, consider alternatives, and make logical decisions based on sound reasoning that will achieve the desired outcome.
• Ethics and Boundaries: Maintain ethical and professional standards, demonstrating honesty, integrity, and a commitment to doing the right thing in all situations while maintaining professional boundaries.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) years of experience in healthcare, case management, homeless services or working with vulnerable populations or a related field

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• All levels of education and experience are welcome

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
Regardless of qualifications, candidates must:

• Have employment eligibility verification
• Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
• Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire:
  • Tuberculosis Test
  • Background Screening
  • Drug Test

DRIVING
Driving is an essential function of this position. To meet the employment requirements for this role, all candidates must: 

• Have reliable transportation
• A valid driver’s license
• Proof of insurance and ownership for personal vehicles used during work duties
• The ability to qualify for PATH's insurance coverage