Join our Snohomish County Human Services Team!
The office of Housing and Community Services is hiring one (1) Community Services Counselor Resource Navigator position. Resource Navigators work in a supportive team environment collaborating with colleagues and community agency staff, to support households experiencing homelessness to resolve their housing crisis.
An ideal candidate for this position:
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Has experience working with low income, indigent or homeless populations;
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Has a desire to assist clients with accessing services and achieving self-sufficiency;
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Demonstrates a commitment to equitable systems and processes;
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Will be able to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, social service program staff, other county staff, and the public.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
To Be Considered:
Applicants must electronically submit an application through Snohomish County’s NeoGov site by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date. A resume and cover letter are required, along with a copy of your driver's license. When your application is complete, verify the information and make sure there is nothing missing. Be sure to verify your education and/or
experience comply with the minimum requirements section of this posting. Click on APPLY & SUBMIT and then click on CHECK APPLICATION STATUS. If you have problems with your application, please contact NeoGov Application Support at 855-524-5627.
About Human Services:
Human Service Department mission is to help all persons meet their basic needs and develop their potential by providing timely, effective human services and building community.
The Human Services Department includes 350+ diverse, friendly and dedicated employees who benefit from outstanding benefits and competitive wages. Employees are appreciated and have the opportunity to make a real difference in our community. Snohomish County is thriving and is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family. We strive to not only provide a meaningful job, but a life-long career at Snohomish County.
Job Offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
Snohomish County Human Services strives to be an equitable and trauma-informed department. Our department believes every interaction, procedure, and policy provides an opportunity to build a pathway toward a more resilient and restorative Snohomish County.
Please reach out to
[email protected] with any questions regarding this job posting.
BASIC FUNCTION
To provide responsible service delivery to homeless clients and/or those at risk of becoming homeless or other low-income persons.
A Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, social welfare, counseling and guidance or closely related field; PLUS, one (1) year of experience working with and supporting direct services with homeless clients and those at risk of becoming homeless; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
A valid Washington State Driver's License, unrestricted except as to vision, will be required prior to appointment.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
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housing homelessness and low income issues and resources
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functions and resources of social and health service agencies
Ability to:
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effectively interview clients, prepare action plans, determine courses of action and evaluate individual progress
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establish and maintain rapport with clients, guide them toward positive goals and communicate with them in both supportive and confront modes
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communicate effectively with people regardless of age, sex or social, economic, or cultural background including persons with social or behavioral issues
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respond effectively in crisis and emergency situations
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express ideas and recommendations clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
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establish and maintain effective work relationships with social service system officials, community organizations and agency staff, associates, other county employees, and the public
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follow oral and written instructions
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maintain detailed records and prepare clear, concise written reports
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exercise initiative and judgment and make decisions within the scope of assigned authority
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read, interpret, and apply work related laws, rules, and other regulations
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operate a personal computer for data entry, word processing, and to develop job related materials
SUPERVISION
The employee reports to an administrative superior as assigned. Work is performed with considerable independence and is reviewed for quality, adequacy of professional judgment, and compliance with established goals and policies through conferences, case record narratives, reports and appraisal of results obtained.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in the usual office environment and in a variety of community settings.
Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
