Health Related Social Needs Coordinator AD277

Title:Health Related Social Needs Coordinator - AD277
Location:RiverHouse -211 SE Caruthers Portland OR 97214
Schedule:This is an in person positionMonday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.
Wage Range:$24.00 - $29.00 hourly Non-Exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicatedHealth Related Social Needs Coordinatorlooking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact we want to hear from you!

At NARA Northwest youll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether youre passionate about healthcare behavioral health education or social services theres a place for you to make a meaningful difference.

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education physical mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians Alaska Natives and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities helping individuals lead healthier more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programsincluding medical and dental care addiction treatment housing assistance and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement all while making a tangible positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

The Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) Coordinator addresses a range of social determinants of health with a primary focus on housing instability and homelessness as critical drivers of health outcomes. This role supports individuals in accessing HRSN benefits through screening coordination and ongoing support. The Coordinator is responsible for managing closed-loop referrals as well as completing invoicing and maintaining accurate documentation related to ongoing HRSN benefits and services. The role works collaboratively with the social services team housing providers and community-based organizations to promote housing stability improve health outcomes and reduce health disparities.

What you will do:

Identify individuals eligible for HRSN benefits and services.
Develop individualized housing support plans in collaboration with participants care teams and housing partners.
Coordinate referrals to housing providers supportive programs and community-based organizations using Unite Us and other closed loop referral software.
Provide housing navigation and tenancy support services including assistance with housing applications move-in readiness and tenancy stabilization.
Conduct ongoing follow-up to support housing stability and continuity of care.
Track housing-related referrals services and outcomes in Unite Us electronic health records and other required data systems.
Complete invoicing and documentation for housing-related HRSN services in accordance with program payer and grant requirements.
Serve as a liaison between care coordination teams housing agencies and community partners.
Educate participants on housing resources program expectations and participant responsibilities.
Maintain accurate timely and compliant documentation.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings case reviews and housing-focused case conferences.
Stay current on available HRSN benefits housing resources and best practices related to housing stability.
Maintain high level knowledge of all internal NARA NW programs qualifications and intake processes.
Works collaboratively and maintains professional boundaries with clients other NARA staff team members and treats everyone with respect and dignity at all times.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain working knowledge of and provide referrals to community services and resources including Aging and Disability Services Housing Assistance Transportation Food/Shelter Services and Public Health resources.
Provide culturally informed support to staff working directly with clients to ensure culturally responsive service delivery.
Performs other duties as assigned.

We would like to hear from people that have:

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors degree in social work human services public health housing studies or a related field; or equivalent relevant experience.
Experience or knowledge in housing services homelessness response systems care coordination or social services.
Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community
Experience providing trauma-informed culturally responsive communication.

Whats in it for you

14 Paid Holidays:New Years Martin Luther King Day Presidents Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Battle of Little Big Horn 4th of July Labor Day United Indigenous Day Indigenous Peoples Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day after Thanksgiving and December 25th!

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

• Affordable Medical Dental and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 14Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit FQHC

How to apply:

1. To Quick Apply go to Careers NARA NW ()
2. Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Not required) thats all!
3. Feel free to contact if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use marijuana use and prescription drug abuse both on and off the addition all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming discussing or promoting the use of alcohol on the job on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NWs sobriety policy all employees volunteers interns and contractors as applicable are required to sign a Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form and NARA NW Modeling Sobriety Policy Form as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the positions activities and requirements the agency reserves the right to modify add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 US Code Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.