Outreach Specialist

Title: Outreach Specialist

Location:  Tate Topo - 1310 SW 17th Ave; Portland, OR 97201

Schedule: This is an In-person position, Monday through Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Wage Range: $25.00 - $28.00, Non-exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Outreach Specialist looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

At Nara Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.  

Company Mission:

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.

About the Company:

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.

Position Overview:

The Outreach Specialist provides culturally specific outreach services to homeless individuals and families staying in shelters, city-sanctioned encampments, and outside in tents, sidewalks, non-operable RV’s, etc. in Multnomah County. The position works independently and collaboratively with the NARA NW homeless outreach team, and with other outreach teams from partner agencies. Job duties focus on engaging Native American individuals and families experiencing houselessness and connecting households to Coordinated Access systems through assessments and referrals. The Outreach Specialist will also work with individuals to become “document ready” and ensure they have necessary paperwork and documents to obtain housing. The Outreach Specialist will help households identify potential housing resources, and connect households with additional resources including shelter, food and clothing banks, hygiene centers, medical care, behavioral health care, etc. Certain positions will provide additional housing navigation services and assist households through the process of applying for housing, lease signing, move-in, and short-term stabilization services.

What you will do:

• Engage with individuals and families by eliminating social, cultural, linguistic and educational barriers to develop a culturally competent and creative action plan for housing stability.
• Provide supportive services in a culturally responsive, trauma-informed and nonjudgmental manner. Demonstrate a person-centered approach in working with clients by respecting their self-determination and autonomy and exploring their ambivalence by utilizing Motivational Interviewing principles.
• Perform brief screening and assessment as appropriate. Complete supportive housing assessments (VI-SPDAT) and help match individuals into community-based, subsidized, treatment focused, shared or other types of housing.
• Coordinate with community housing providers, health and behavioral healthcare providers.
• Participate in a coordinated outreach program