Housing Navigator (Preadmissions Screening Specialist) North Bend Job at Department of Human Services
Initial Posting Date:
12/20/2022
Application Deadline:
01/10/2023
Agency:
Department of Human Services
Salary Range:
$4,073 - $6,230
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Housing Navigator (Preadmissions Screening Specialist) North Bend
Job Description:
Housing Navigator (Preadmissions Screening Specialist)/REQ-116117
Salary Range: $4073 - $6230
North Bend on the Oregon coast
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively working to build an equitable agency with the
Equity North Star
as our guide toward our vision of an agency free of discrimination and bias. We believe that teams in which everyone can show up as their full authentic self are key to creating a thriving workforce that can better serve communities. We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to apply.
Do you want the opportunity to match the needs of people in the community with available federal, state and local programs or other resources to meet those needs? Do you want to be part of a diverse workforce that collaborates and learns from each other to improve services that supports the elderly, people with disabilities and communities? Then, we want to hear from you!
Aging and People with Disabilities (APD), part of the Oregon Department of Human Services, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual for a Housing Navigator (Preadmissions Screening Specialist) position.
Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), A place to belong and make a difference!
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When you join theODHS, you join a community of over 10,000 employees dedicated to serving and helping Oregonians achieve wellbeing and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice, and preserve dignity.
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Connect with ODHS Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and find a place to belong, build community and participate in shared learning. ERGs are employee-driven committees that support each other as well as the ODHS’ overall mission and vision.
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Enjoy a work-life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, andcompetitive benefits packagesincluding health, dental, vision and much more!
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
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to learn more about Aging and People with Disabilities.
YOUR DUTIES AT A GLANCE
In this position you will Housing Support Services to Medicaid service consumers in need of necessary supports to obtain and reside in an in-home setting. Supports are tailored to the goal of maintaining a consumer’s personal health and welfare. Supports are offered through consultation with a consumer’s Medicaid Case Manager or in working directly with a consumer. Housing Support Services include but are not limited to conducting a tenant screening and housing assessment, developing an individualized housing support plan, developing a housing support crisis plan, identifying and sharing resources, assisting with application processes and move details, offering education and training, coaching and providing assistance, and advocating.
Major duties include:
Assessment and Determination
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Evaluates service needs and develops individualized Housing Support Services assistance plan based on factors such as psychosocial, cultural, financial, and medical conditions.
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Provides Housing Support Services for individuals either through consultation with the consumer’s Medicaid Case Manager or in working directly with the individual.
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Provides counseling related to crises in individual's condition, and helps individuals and families make decisions regarding issues surrounding placement to maximize the functioning of the client's natural support system.
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Facilitates individual’s understanding of housing tasks and the completion of tasks. Assists individual by helping to problem-solve and provide tools applicable to Housing Support Services.
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Screens for assistance through a referral from a Medicaid Case Manager and will follow up with family members, providers, physicians for additional information and confirmation, as needed.
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Assesses for the need of the service based on the following information and criteria: functioning capacity with behavior, coping abilities, injury disability, condition, and needs; and support systems available for service delivery.
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Determines acceptance or denial of the referral and communicates outcome to the Medicaid Case Manager and/or individual.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position will usually work a standard workweek. There may be some irregular hours due to consumer needs. Day travel will be regularly required within the service area; some overnight travel may be required for training. Travel may be in inclement weather. This position will require the ability to work on tasks simultaneously, sometimes with short time frames and will require regular contact with a variety of people, including housing related partners; ODHS and other state employees; employees of local governments; partners and consumer advocates; long-term services and health care providers, and employees of other state governments and of the federal government. Upon management approval, this position may have the option to telecommute or a hybrid work option.
THIS IS WHAT YOU NEED TO QUALIFY:
Six months of experience providing services to persons who are elderly or disabled; AND training and experience which shows knowledge of at least four (4) of the areas listed:
Six months of experience providing services to persons who are elderly or disabled; AND training and experience which shows knowledge of at least four (4) of the areas listed:
1) Medical and psycho-social problems of the elderly and disabled.
2) Normal and abnormal human development and behavior.
3) Appropriate intervention methods for the elderly and disabled.
4) Medical terminology and procedures.
5) Implications of illness or injury upon clients and families.
6) State and Federal rules about long-term care, medical services, and clients' rights.
7) Policies and procedures about agency programs.
8) Available community resources.
9) Crisis intervention, counseling, being an advocate, community relationships, and/or referral methods.
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dentify by number which of above that you have work or volunteer experience with.
ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES:
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Personal computer knowledge and proven competency in producing a variety of documents
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Experience communication orally and in writing with a variety of people
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Experience explaining policy and decision orally and in writing
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Experience assessing physical and cognitive need
**Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications (MQ’s) and essential attributes (EA) within your application materials. These attributes will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process.
** Your application and/or resume will be used when completing a pay equity assessment. The pay equity assessment determines your pay rate/salary step, so complete and detailed work and education history is helpful.
Application instructions & requirements:
Your work history profile either in the Workday application or resume/CV is the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.
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Current State of Oregon: Apply via your employee Workday account. (This includes permanent and limited duration employees; temporaries are not counted as internal candidates). View thisjob aidfor help.
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If you are not a current State of Oregon employee, view thisapplication instructional video.
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Please upload a resume OR complete the work history profile. Note: Your resume / cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application. **Emailed resumes and cover letters will not be accepted; they must be attached to your Workday application to be considered.
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After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history and abuse check. Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment.
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The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
HELPFUL INFORMATION:
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This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
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This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
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Have questions about Workday, and want some tips on understanding the state application process? Check out ourOregon job opportunitiespage.
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If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the application or selection process, please contactADA.DHS@dhsoha.state.or.us. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.
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For questions about the job duties or application process, please contactJENNIFER.M.MOISA@odhs.oregon.gov. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.
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