Permanent, Full-Time Position, In-person work
Salary Range: $52,000 - $57,000/yr (opportunity for bilingual pay differential)
Benefits: Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Employer Matched 403(b) Pension. Vacation, Holidays, Personal, Long-Term Disability, and Sick Leave
Innovative Housing, Inc. (IHI) is a nonprofit housing provider that has served low-income households in the Portland metro region since 1984. We are a small, efficient team of mission-driven individuals doing great things. Read more about us at www.innovativehousinginc.com. IHI’s residents represent many different communities and lived experiences and we strive to have our staff reflect this diversity. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Purpose and Summary
The goal of the Resident Services Coordinator (RSC) is to support resident housing stability and success. The RSC does this by providing wraparound services including eviction prevention, resource referrals, youth programming, and basic living skills to individuals and families living in IHI properties. The RSC will coordinate with third party property managers, service providers, and community partners to provide residents with the tools necessary to keep them healthy and housed.
Applicant must be fluent in Spanish and English as they will work directly with many Latinx and Spanish-speaking households. This position is located in Gresham and Troutdale, Oregon.
Service Responsibilities:
Identify service needs of residents
Help residents access social services, community resources, higher education, employment supports, etc.
Plan, publicize and facilitate on-site community-building events and activities aimed at creating a strong, safe and healthy community.
Provide summer and after-school programming for school age children.
We are looking for a creative, dedicated, diverse individual with the following skills/abilities:
Has a sincere enthusiasm for working with diverse populations and low-income income individuals
Experience working with individuals that have experienced trauma and unstable housing
Basic knowledge of Trauma Informed Care
Experience working with people who have a history of substance abuse
Comfort and experience working with people managing mental health challenges
Experience working with school age children and their families.
Commitment to IHI’s mission and organizational efforts to be an inclusive, antiracist organization
Possesses strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills
Skills in working as a member of a diverse team
Must pass criminal background check
Has a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and insured personal vehicle
Has the ability to lift 50 lbs. and is comfortable moving heavy objects
If interested in applying, please send a cover letter and resume to: [email protected]
Innovative Housing is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.