Kitsap Mental Health Services
Housing Support Specialist Pendleton Place - Full Time Swing Shift
Kitsap Mental Health Services, Bremerton, Washington, United States, 98312
Housing Support Specialist - Pendleton Place (Full Time Swing Shift)
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Housing Support Specialist
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Kitsap Mental Health Services . This full‑time position supports individuals with severe and persistent mental illness in maintaining community tenancy, building recovery skills, and promoting independent living.
Benefits
Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage
Generous Paid Time Off: up to 19 PTO days, 2 mental health days, 10 paid holidays in first year (pro‑rated for part‑time)
YMCA Membership for employee and eligible family
Company‑Paid Life & Disability Insurance
Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development
403(b) Retirement Plan with company contributions
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pets Best Pet Insurance
2MorrowHealth Behavioral Change App
Dynamic, Collaborative Team Environment
Primary Responsibilities
Create a therapeutic environment in alignment with supportive housing program standards and goals.
Build positive, professional relationships with residents to support recovery and independence.
Conduct Foundational Community Supports assessments, collect documentation, and establish client‑centered housing goals.
Support the implementation of the Permanent Supportive Housing Fidelity model.
Teach and model skills in cooking, cleaning, money management, symptom management, and social interaction.
Provide structure and support for scheduling, shopping, and side‑by‑side coaching on household tasks.
Encourage, monitor, and assist with progress toward housing goals.
Communicate with clinical teams, Crisis Response, and housing staff regarding client needs, risk factors, and progress.
Provide early intervention when behaviors may jeopardize housing stability.
Take appropriate action when clients are missing, ill, injured, or psychiatrically impaired.
Report and document incidents, emergencies, or changes in client status.
Support transitional planning for residents preparing for more independent housing.
Observe, document, and support medication monitoring for residents as assigned.
Participate as a collaborative team member and maintain positive working relationships with KMHS staff across departments.
Provide backup coverage in other programs as needed when schedule allows.
Document all services thoroughly and submit within required timelines according to KMHS policy and WAC standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health OR four or more years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
Driving: Must own and possess a valid driver’s license in Washington, successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, and have reliable, insured transportation for client visits.
License: Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in co‑occurring disorders treatment, individual/group therapy, vocational services, or substance abuse treatment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of mental health rehabilitation standards.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, staff, and community organizations.
Strong communication skills. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
Computer skills: operating PC, fax machine, printer, copier.
Demonstrated ability to meet productivity standards and work cooperatively as a team member.
Ability to assist in building positive relationships with staff of all agency departments.
Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.
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Housing Support Specialist
at
Kitsap Mental Health Services . This full‑time position supports individuals with severe and persistent mental illness in maintaining community tenancy, building recovery skills, and promoting independent living.
Benefits
Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage
Generous Paid Time Off: up to 19 PTO days, 2 mental health days, 10 paid holidays in first year (pro‑rated for part‑time)
YMCA Membership for employee and eligible family
Company‑Paid Life & Disability Insurance
Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development
403(b) Retirement Plan with company contributions
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pets Best Pet Insurance
2MorrowHealth Behavioral Change App
Dynamic, Collaborative Team Environment
Primary Responsibilities
Create a therapeutic environment in alignment with supportive housing program standards and goals.
Build positive, professional relationships with residents to support recovery and independence.
Conduct Foundational Community Supports assessments, collect documentation, and establish client‑centered housing goals.
Support the implementation of the Permanent Supportive Housing Fidelity model.
Teach and model skills in cooking, cleaning, money management, symptom management, and social interaction.
Provide structure and support for scheduling, shopping, and side‑by‑side coaching on household tasks.
Encourage, monitor, and assist with progress toward housing goals.
Communicate with clinical teams, Crisis Response, and housing staff regarding client needs, risk factors, and progress.
Provide early intervention when behaviors may jeopardize housing stability.
Take appropriate action when clients are missing, ill, injured, or psychiatrically impaired.
Report and document incidents, emergencies, or changes in client status.
Support transitional planning for residents preparing for more independent housing.
Observe, document, and support medication monitoring for residents as assigned.
Participate as a collaborative team member and maintain positive working relationships with KMHS staff across departments.
Provide backup coverage in other programs as needed when schedule allows.
Document all services thoroughly and submit within required timelines according to KMHS policy and WAC standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health OR four or more years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
Driving: Must own and possess a valid driver’s license in Washington, successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, and have reliable, insured transportation for client visits.
License: Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in co‑occurring disorders treatment, individual/group therapy, vocational services, or substance abuse treatment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of mental health rehabilitation standards.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, staff, and community organizations.
Strong communication skills. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
Computer skills: operating PC, fax machine, printer, copier.
Demonstrated ability to meet productivity standards and work cooperatively as a team member.
Ability to assist in building positive relationships with staff of all agency departments.
Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.
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