Permanent Supportive Housing Clinical Supervisor - HS085

Job Details:

Job Location:

Totem Lodge – Portland, OR 97202. Position Type:
Full Time. Education Level: Graduate Degree. Salary Range: $62,608.00 – $77,852.00 Salary/year.

Job Shift: Day.

Title:

Permanent Supportive Housing Clinical Supervisor.

Location:

River House – 211 SE Caruthers, Portland OR 97214.

Schedule:

This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday, 8:30AM – 5:00PM. Wage Range: $62,608.00 – $77,852.00, Exempt, Salary.

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.

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 programs—including 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.

The Permanent Supportive Housing Clinical Supervisor oversees the implementation and day to day operations of Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) services designed for Native American and Alaska Native adults and families experiencing homelessness, most of whom have a disabling condition and a history of chronic homelessness. This position provides clinical supervision and oversight for QMHP and QMHA staff providing housing placement and long-term housing retention services in the community.

The position is responsible for extensive collaboration with multiple NARA programs and partner agencies to ensure effective services and compliance with all grants and contracts. In addition, this position is responsible for ensuring all PSH services incorporate an Integrated Care approach that focuses on cultural, physical, and emotional well-being. Approaches utilized by NARA’s PSH programs include Assertive Engagement and Housing First principles.

The PSH Clinical Supervisor works cooperatively with other program supervisors and managers to ensure consistent quality of services.

• Provide administrative and clinical supervision for staff providing housing placement and long-term housing retention services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, with a focus on providing culturally specific services for Native Americans.
• Accompany PSH staff in the field as needed to support staff and clients.
• Facilitate hiring, orientation, and training of new staff.
• Ensure compliance with grant and contract requirements, including reports and service documentation; conduct regular reviews of paper charts and electronic records; collaborate with the Housing Operations Supervisor to ensure timely and thorough data collection, and assist with regular reports as needed.
• Ensure appropriate service data is maintained within multiple database systems, including Centricity, RPMS and HMIS.
• Manage flexible client assistance funds; review fund requests for approvals to ensure appropriate use of funds, and track spending of program funds.
• Provide clinical consultation to PSH staff working with persons experiencing behavioral health crises; provide crisis assessment, management, and intervention as needed.

• QMHP-C or Master’s degree in health-related field and three years of paid experience in field of behavioral health care, highly preferred.
• QMHA- I is required.
• Two years in paid supervisory experience in the social services field is desirable.
• Knowledge and experience in providing Permanent Supportive Housing; understanding of Coordinated Entry systems.
• Extensive knowledge of issues facing homeless adults, Veterans, and families and the impact of transitioning from homelessness to housing.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and leadership abilities, including ability to make sound decisions.
• Ability to train, coach, and mentor in a field-based environment.
• Must have valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
• Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
• Must pass…