Full-time Family Housing and Resource Navigator/Shelter Manager
Family Promise of Metro East is a newer affiliate of Family Promise dedicated to helping families experiencing homelessness in Multnomah County achieve permanent housing. We work in partnership with local congregations and other community organizations to provide 24/7 shelter, case management, housing and resource navigation, meals and a supportive social network for children and their families experiencing homelessness. Read more about our rotational shelter model and our organization here.
Position Overview:
This is an opportunity to join a small professional staff and a core group of dedicated volunteers who have established a much-needed family shelter program. This organized, compassionate, and motivated person will work 1:1 with families, welcoming them into our shelter program and efficiently transitioning families from homelessness to permanent housing. This staff position supports families to resolve their houselessness using a trauma-informed empowerment model as well as following a rapid-rehousing, housing-first approach. The Family Housing and Resource Navigator/Shelter Manager (Navigator) will assist families in obtaining resources to remove barriers to sustainable housing outcomes such as securing employment, increasing earning potential, securing/maintaining housing, and securing a trade/certificate. They will also supervise the functions of the Family Day Center. The Navigator will work closely with the Executive Director and volunteers to ensure that our shelter program implements best practices in supporting our guest families.
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Please direct questions about this position to Family Promise Executive Director Seth Truby - 503.753.3960 or email him here.
Family Promise of Metro East is committed to inclusivity and equity. We seek the most talented team members who bring their true selves, with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences. We are interested in receiving applications from people who consider
themselves as under-represented in their talent communities. As an equal opportunity employer, we value and encourage diversity and consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. Our commitment applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.
