Community HealthWorks · 1 day ago
Community Health Worker, Justice Involved Housing Lead [Internal Applicants Only]
Sacramento, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern, Mid Level
$28/hr - $38.69/hr
4+ years expCommunity HealthWorks is seeking a Community Health Worker, Justice Involved Housing Lead to provide essential housing support services and case management for individuals released from California State Prison or previously incarcerated individuals experiencing homelessness. The role involves coordinating client-centered care, assisting with housing applications, and offering guidance to other Community Health Workers on housing-related issues.
Health CareNon ProfitPersonal Health
Responsibilities
Offer individual housing transition services, including in-person meetings with clients and thorough documentation of all activities
Conduct tenant screenings and assessments to identify housing preferences, barriers, and tenancy needs
Develop individualized housing support plans tailored to client needs, addressing barriers and establishing goals for stable housing
Guide clients through the housing application process, including landlord communications, documentation gathering, and financial resource assistance
Provide early intervention for behaviors that may jeopardize housing, such as late rent payments and lease compliance issues
Assist in coordinating ongoing rental assistance payments and housing related expenses
Provide landlord engagement with incentives to house JI clients
Establish housing crisis plans that outline steps to maintain or regain housing stability
Assist CHWs in managing active caseloads, providing ongoing support and housing-related services
Act as a housing resource to Justice Involved CHWs, offering guidance on tenant support strategies and housing resources
Hold weekly office hours (approximately 6-8 hours) for CHWs needing assistance with housing-related client situations
Participate in SSF case conferences and special cohort meetings as needed (2-3 hours per week)
Collaborate with the PM and AD to develop and refine a housing training curriculum, ensuring CHWs are well-prepared to support housing-related client needs
Develop and maintain policies and procedures on housing topics such as eligibility, lease agreements, and housing retention
Ensure strict adherence to client confidentiality requirements
Maintain an active driver’s license in good standing and provide proof of insurance
Regular attendance and adherence to scheduled hours
Perform other duties as assigned by the PM
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in social work or other related field required; or at least four years of experience working in a health, nonprofit or social services field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
HMIS experience required
A current CA Class C Driver's License, proof of auto insurance are required and a clean driving record
Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel within Sacramento County and surrounding counties
Must complete a criminal background check
All Community HealthWorks employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless a medical or religious exemption is approved
Preferred
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) experience preferred
Shared experiences with potential clients, including histories of incarceration, homelessness, mental illness, alcohol/drug use disorder, etc. and experience navigating associated service delivery systems
Company
Community HealthWorks
Community HealthWorks is a non-profit organization that helps people in fulfilling their health goals.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase