What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Services Housing Navigator I / II position at County of Siskiyou, CA?

Salary : $42,452.80 - $62,316.80 Annually

Location : Yreka, CA

Job Type : Permanent Full Time

Job Number : 2025-01684

Department : HHSA - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES

Division : Behavioral Health Services

Opening Date : 02 / 27 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 16 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : IG

Description

The County of Siskiyou is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

We welcome applicants of any race, religion, or ancestry.

For exact salary information please refer to the current salary schedule. County Website

Behavioral Health Services Housing Navigator I $20.41 - $26.07 Behavioral Health Services Housing Navigator II $23.46 - $29.96

BHS Housing Navigator I

Definition :

The Housing Navigator assists individuals experiencing homelessness in reducing barriers to housing and accessing permanent housing that suits their specific needs. Strong client engagement skills are essential for working with a complex and diverse population. The position requires effective communication and teamwork with both internal and community partners. Additionally, strong organizational skills and computer literacy are needed to track and manage client data and assist clients with online applications.

Distinguishing Characteristics :

This is the entry and first working level in the Behavioral Health Housing Navigator class series. Incumbents are responsible for assisting clients experiencing homelessness in reducing barriers to housing and accessing permanent housing. When incumbents have demonstrated sufficient work skills or / and gained related educational experience, they can be eligible for promotion to the Behavioral Health Housing Navigator II level. This classification is distinguished from the Behavioral Health Housing Navigator I class in that Behavioral Health Housing Navigator II incumbents are expected to provide a broader array of client support services, have additional training / education requirements, and be responsible for an assigned specialty area. This classification may be flexibly staffed, if allocated to the hiring department as flexibly staffed.

Reports to :

Behavioral Health Systems Administrator, Program Manager, or Supervising Behavioral Health Specialist.

Classification Supervised :

This is not a supervisory class.

BHS Housing Navigator II

Definition The Housing Navigator assists individuals experiencing homelessness in reducing barriers to housing and accessing permanent housing that suits their specific needs. Strong client engagement skills are essential for working with a complex and diverse population. The position requires effective communication and teamwork with both internal and community partners. Additionally, strong organizational skills and computer literacy are needed to track and manage client data and assist clients with online applications.

Distinguishing Characteristics This is the fully experienced working level in the Behavioral Health Housing Navigator class series. Incumbents are responsible for assisting clients experiencing homelessness in reducing barriers to housing and accessing permanent housing. This classification is distinguished from the Behavioral Health Housing Navigator I class in that Behavioral Health Housing Navigator II incumbents are expected to provide a broader array of client support services, have additional training / education requirements, and be responsible for an assigned specialty area. This classification may be flexibly staffed, if allocated to the hiring department as flexibly staffed. Reports to Behavioral Health Systems Administrator, Program Manager, or Supervising Behavioral Health Specialist. Classifications Supervised This is not a supervisory class.

Examples of Duties

BHS Housing Navigator I

The Housing Navigator will provide navigation services to help clients achieve housing stability. This role will support residents of the micro-shelter village in Yreka, as well as other individuals experiencing homelessness throughout Siskiyou County. The Housing Navigator is responsible for finding stable housing for clients, assisting them with the application and move-in process, and helping them maintain their housing. This role is expected to form strong working relationships with local property managers and landlords, to increase the amount of housing available and maintain housing placements. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following :

To assist clients in finding housing, the Housing Navigator will :

Build professional relationships with landlords and other local housing providers to identify rental opportunities and offer permanent housing options for clients.
Work with clients to assess their housing needs and develop an action plan.
Address and reduce barriers to securing housing, including supporting clients in improving their credit scores and rental histories.
Help clients explore the rental market for affordable options and advocate for clients with potential landlords.

To help clients secure and move into housing, the Housing Navigator will :

Assist with completing housing applications and collecting client references

Help gather necessary move-in documentation

Conduct housing inspections and assist with transportation needs

Coordinate with various subsidy programs as available and applicable to the client.

To help clients maintain housing, the Housing Navigator will :

Know each client's individual housing plan

Maintain and update client records

Conduct client housing retention interviews

Provide tenant education and other ongoing supports

Perform other duties as required

Knowledge of :

Strong customer service approach.

Knowledge of or willingness to learn client engagement techniques such as Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, and Housing First Principles.

Knowledge of or willingness to learn about Siskiyou County housing resources.

Strong communication skills.

Moderate skills in a Microsoft Windows environment, including use of Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Proficiency in verbal and written communication in English.

Moderate to advanced problem-solving skills.

Ability to :

To work in a variety of work settings.

Implement sound judgment to support making appropriate decisions to benefit clients.

Prioritize tasks and complete them on a timely basis with minimal supervision.

To deal with change and seek out opportunities to support clients.

BHS Housing Navigator II

To assist clients in finding housing, the Housing Navigator will :

Build professional relationships with landlords and other local housing providers to identify rental opportunities and offer permanent housing options for clients.

Conduct landlord / property management outreach and relationship building.

Develop rapport and communication with both property managers and program clients.

Work with clients to assess their housing needs and develop an action plan.

Address and reduce barriers to securing housing, including supporting clients in improving their credit scores and rental histories.

Help clients explore the rental market for affordable options and advocate for clients with potential landlords.

Attend trainings, workshops, and conferences related to the position.

To help clients secure and move into housing, the Housing Navigator will :

Assist with completing housing applications and collecting client references

Help gather necessary move-in documentation

Act as client advocate in securing appropriate housing.

Conduct housing inspections and assist with transportation needs

Coordinate with various subsidy programs as available and applicable to the client.

To help clients maintain housing, the Housing Navigator will :

Know each client's individual housing plan

Maintain and update client records

Conduct client housing retention interviews

Provide tenant education and other ongoing supports

Perform other duties as required

Coordinate regularly with Housing Navigators, Case Managers, and Peers including attending collaborative working group meetings.

Knowledge of :

Strong customer service approach.

Knowledge of or willingness to learn client engagement techniques such as Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, and Housing First Principles.

Knowledge of or willingness to learn about Siskiyou County housing resources.

Strong communication skills.

Moderate skills in a Microsoft Windows environment, including use of Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Proficiency in verbal and written communication in English.

Moderate to advanced problem-solving skills.

Basic principles and trends of affordable housing.

Federal and State housing regulations, programs, and procedures.

Community resources.

Public social service and assistance programs.

Interviewing and record-keeping techniques.

Knowledge of the specialized program area assigned.

County and State affordable housing policies, procedures, and programs.

Housing inspection procedures.

Ability to :

To work in a variety of work settings.

Implement sound judgment to support making appropriate decisions to benefit clients.

Prioritize tasks and complete them on a timely basis with minimal supervision.

To deal with change and seek out opportunities to support clients.

Typical Qualifications

Training and Experience :

Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be :

BHS Housing Navigator I

High school diploma or equivalent.

Excellent people skills and customer service orientation.

Experience working with individuals who have a history of homelessness, substance use, and mental health challenges is preferred but not required.

Property management or real estate experience is a plus.

Lived experience with homelessness is a plus.

Special Requirements :

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid and appropriate driver's license.

BHS Housing Navigator II

Possession of an AA, BA or MA with a focus in a behavioral or social science area, including, but not limited to Addiction, Psychology, Sociology, Recreation, Child Care, Social Work, Counseling, and related fields. Two years of responsible experience in providing specialized Behavioral Health program service comparable to a Behavioral Health Housing Navigator I with Siskiyou County.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Excellent people skills and customer service orientation.

Experience working with individuals who have a history of homelessness, substance use, and mental health challenges is preferred but not required.

Property management or real estate experience is a plus

Lived experience with homelessness is a plus

Special Requirements :

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.

Supplemental Information

Typical Physical Requirements

Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX.

Typical Working Conditions

Work is performed in office, clinic, or community environments; work is performed with people who may exhibit unstable and potentially violent behavior; continuous contact with other staff and the public.

NOTE :

Various bargaining units may have benefits that alter from this general summary. This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to labor agreements (MOUs) for specific benefit information.

THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES

Holidays :

12 paid holidays (96 hours) per year, plus 3 floating holidays

Vacation :

Two (2) weeks per year during the first five (5) years of service;

Three (3) weeks a year - five (5)- ten (10) years of service;

Four (4) weeks a year - Ten (10) plus years of service;.

Note - accrued vacation leave may not be used until after six months of employment.

Sick Leave :

Sick leave shall accrue from the date of initial employment at the rate of 3.7 hours per pay period (which is equivalent to 96 hours per years) for regular full-time employees with no maximum accrual. Unused sick leave may be converted to PERS service credit upon retirement.

Health Plan :

Siskiyou County contracts with CalPERS for medical insurance.

Effective 1 / 01 / 2024, the County will contribute 90% of the Region 1 CalPERS Gold health plan.

Effective 1 / 01 / 2025, the County will contribute 85% of the Region 1 CalPERS Gold health plan.

Dental Plan :

Effective 1 / 01 / 2024 the County contributes 90% of the dental premium.

Effective 1 / 01 / 2025 the County contributes 85% of the dental premium.

Vision Plan :

Effective November 2022 the County provides vision insurance for employees and their

dependents.

Life Insurance :

The County will maintain life insurance for $50,000.

Retirement :

The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security.

2% at 55 years of age and single highest year calculation for final compensation (generally for employees hired prior to 11 / 02 / 12)

2% at 60 years of age and highest three year average for final compensation (generally for employees hired between 11 / 02 / 12 - 12 / 31 / 12)

2% at 62 years of age and highest three year average final compensation (generally for employees hired on or after 1 / 01 / 13)

Member contribution :

Employees hired prior to November 2, 2012, pay the required seven percent (7.0%) member contribution, on a pre-tax basis.

Employees hired after November 1, 2012, who are not classified as a new member pay the required seven percent (7.0%) member contribution, on a pre-tax basis.

Employees hired after December 31, 2012, who are classified as a new member will

pay one half of the total normal cost as determined annually by CalPERS on a pre-tax basis.

Miscellaneous :

Deferred Compensation plans available through specified companies.

IRC Section 125 plan available for pre-tax payroll deductions for contributions towards un-reimbursed medical expenses and dependent care.

SISKIYOU COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice.

Siskiyou County Personnel

1312 Fairlane Road, Suite 1

Yreka CA 96097

530) 842-8005

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