Helping Mainers Find and Keep Stable Housing
Penquis, a social services agency serving Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties for 50 years is currently seeking a full-time (40 hours per week for 52 weeks; benefits eligible) Housing Navigator within our Housing & Energy Services Department, for a two-year pilot program serving Penobscot and Piscataquis Counties.
Location: Bangor, Maine
As a Housing Navigator for Tenant Engagement, you work with Department Management, a team of colleagues and partner organizations to support individuals and families that are homeless or at risk of homelessness find stable housing. You assist individuals/families locate housing, complete the rental process and maintain stable housing for a minimum of one year after lease is up. You work closely with the Housing Navigator – Landlord Engagement in developing a relationship with area landlords and property managers. You work in a fast-paced environment, work independently and adjust priorities as needed. Travel is required throughout the four-county service area.
Requirements include an Associate’s degree in the social services or related field, 3 -5 years’ work experience working directly with clients, able to work flexible hours, computer proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet programs, ability to work with a diverse population, excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to manage multiple sites simultaneously. Must have a valid Maine Driver’s License and use of a reliable vehicle insured to State requirements.
The starting rate of pay for the Housing Navigator – Tenant Engagement position is $19.55 per hour and additional compensation may be given consideration with relevant experience.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Upon hire and periodically thereafter, must comply with Penquis background check requirements with satisfactory results as outlined in current contract provisions.
Penquis offers an excellent benefits package and competitive wages, and opportunities for educational advancement, certification, and coursework. For more information email: employment@penquis.org or call 207-973-3500 (TDD: 207-973-3520). Please apply by clicking the APPLY TODAY button below.
In accordance with federal regulations, Penquis does not discriminate. Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Penquis is a tobacco and smoke-free workplace. #HP