HOUSING NAVIGATOR - BUTTE

Volunteers of America Northern Rockies•Butte, MT

10d

About The Position

The Housing Navigator is a Supportive Service for Veteran Families staff that provides best practice housing navigation support to Veterans. The Housing Navigator will focus on landlord recruitment and retention and provide housing navigation assistance to veterans.

Requirements

Associate Degree Or -
High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of two years of case management experience or closely related field experience
Valid driver's license
Adept with computer programs, including but not limited to Microsoft Office suite and data information management systems

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in human services, behavioral science, or related field with one year of case management experience

Responsibilities

Attend homeless/housing meetings to provide program presentations and update and build collaborative relations with area Public Housing Authorities, Veterans Service Officers, and landlords
Conduct outreach to prospective landlords and property management groups on behalf of homeless veterans
Locate suitable low-income permanent housing in the community
Maintain regular communication with landlords
Educate individuals and organizations on the benefits of leasing to HUD-VASH veterans or veterans receiving SSVF Shallow Subsidies.
Serve as a housing resource for veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless: may include but not limited to helping gather necessary documents, filling out applications or accompanying during housing searches
Directly communicate with local housing authorities regarding inspection standards and paperwork
Input necessary data as needed to meet program requirements
Support case management as necessary and assigned by Program Manager
Crisis management
Ability to work with multiple staff, clients, and agencies
Able to meet tight deadlines under pressure
Organization skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Effective oral and written communication skills
Continuous demonstration of behaviors aligned with a posture of servant leadership and our cultural values