Regional Program Coverage Specialist

If you're passionate about creating meaningful change and fostering equity in our communities, Project Access could be your next transformative career move. Our mission is to empower residents of affordable housing communities, providing them with the tools and opportunities to achieve self- determination and realize their full potential.

We're dedicated to cultivating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace where all team members can thrive. At Project Access, we recognize that our strength lies in our differences, and we actively seek individuals from varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

No matter your role here, you'll be a crucial part of our collective effort to build resilient communities, drive positive systemic changes, and create pathways to sustainable futures. We believe in the power of community-driven solutions and are committed to amplifying the voices of those we serve.

By joining our team, you'll contribute to breaking cycles of poverty, addressing social inequities, and promoting economic justice. We invite you to bring your unique skills, lived experiences, and passion for social change to help us reimagine what's possible in affordable housing communities.

About us:

Project Access provides programs and services to over 27,000 children, families, and seniors living in affordable housing communities across the country. We strive to empower residents of affordable housing communities through our onsite services, aiming to create pathways for self-reliance and personal growth.

Join the Project Access team and create impact in the lives of our residents. Hear from them and how their lives have changed: www.project-access.org/success-stories/

The Opportunity:

The Regional Program Coverage Specialist is primarily responsible for traveling to Project Access family resource centers for the overall development and coordination of programs and resident services during times of vacancies. This includes providing place based and virtual programs and services to respond to the needs of residents, monitor site budgets, assist in building relationships with key stakeholders and vendors to support vacancies and local sites, acting as an ambassador for the organization, and facilitating Project Access events.

This position will be based out of a local resource center (in San Francisco, Suisun City, Walnut Creek, or Vallejo) and will require travel to resource centers to cover vacancies throughout the West and Midwest to ensure a continuum of services to more than 27,000 youth, families, and seniors. Your work will help us achieve our goal of cultivating strong communities, positive changes, and hopeful futures. In addition, this position will provide support to the resource centers within their local hub and administrative support across the organization.

What you’ll be doing:

· Provide on-site and remote resident services to Resource Centers with vacancies, which includes implementing core programs and services outlined in the Program Model and contracts. This includes connecting, engaging, and empowering residents across four initiatives: Economic Stability, Education for Youth and Families, Health and Wellness, and Community Building

· Works from local site as their home base to provide support to local resource center coordinators and fully engage in programming and services at that site while providing floater support to additional local resource centers as needed

Coordinate and deliver remote/virtual services which may include, but not limited to the Project Access Connect App, Virtual Call Center Support Line, hosting virtual call-ins for homework help, check-ins with residents, one on one support services and workshops

· Work with Senior Regional Manager to examine, analyze, and evaluate the effectiveness of site vacancy strategies

· Nurture new and existing relationships with third-party service providers and vendors, establish agreements and necessary insurance documentation prior to launching services

· Maintain collaborative relationships with on-site property managers through regular communication and meetings to address property and resident needs; actively solicit input to improve site services

· Outreach and engagement: Maintain a community presence during site coverage and site support through door knocking, tabling, meet and greets

· Plan and assist in facilitating events, including community building events that promote safe communities and strong connections among residents

· Support on-site food distribution as needed

· Provide residents with information and referrals to access community resources and support services

· Publish monthly newsletters for vacant sites, including a calendar of events for distribution to residents

· Monitor site budgets and spending for sites during times of coverage

· Track expenses, maintain records, and complete expense reports

· Schedule, update and maintain communication with local resource center partnerships while providing coverage

· Support the set-up of new Family and Senior Resource Center sites, which can include out-of-state locations, and coordinate the ordering of all needed supplies, equipment, and resources, as needed

· Collect and record data to measure program outcomes to include monthly program attendance and evaluation; maintain documentation of work and complete required reports as needed for sites during times of coverage

· Use of vehicle to acquire program supplies and deliver to center, attend offsite trainings and meetings, etc. Business mileage reimbursed at IRS rate for sites within driving distance

· Provide administrative support to Field Staff and Regional Managers as needed

· Perform other related duties to benefit the mission of the organization

What you’ll bring to the table:

· Two years of experience in multi-family housing or related fields such as social services or community outreach; or a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related field.

· Minimum of one year experience in both:

o after-school programs or educational settings for youth

o serving diverse populations, demonstrating cultural competency and community awareness.

· Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proactive approach to customer engagement and outreach

· A high level of verbal, writing, and listening skills

· Strong time management, administrative, and organizational skills

· Flexibility involving work hours, including weekends

· Effective time management skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing situations

· Proficient with MS Office (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook)

· The physical activity of this position includes minimal bending, walking, kneeling, reaching, and step climbing. Able to lift up to 30 pounds, which includes large boxes of food for a supplemental food distribution program.

The details:

• This is a full-time, exempt position

· Schedule: Monday through Friday; evenings and weekends as needed.

· Location: Position is based at a local Project Access resource center in Walnut Creek, CA, Vallejo, CA or Suisun City, CA. Candidate must live within reasonable commuting distance to at least one of these locations.

· Travel 50-60% of time: Travel to provide coverage at Resource Centers located primarily in, but not limited to: AZ, CA, CO, NV, UT, & WA. Includes staying at a location for up to 10 days.

· Annual Compensation: $67,000-$68,000

· Benefits offered: Project Access offers medical plans, a dental plan, short-term disability, term life insurance, and an employee assistance program (EAP). Vision, ScholarShare 529 College Savings, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Life, Vol Accident, Vol Hospital, and Vol Critical Illness are optional benefits offered at 100% employee cost; provides Paid Time Off, 14 paid Holidays, and a Safe Harbor 401(k) with 4% company match.

We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those whose identities are underrepresented in our industry. Don't hesitate to apply even if you don't meet 100% of the qualifications. Our company values diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome candidates who may not check every box on the requirements list but who have relevant skills, enthusiasm, and potential. We believe our differences make us stronger

TO APPLY for this empowering opportunity, please send your introduction letter and resume to anaccarato@project-access.org with “Coverage Specialist” in the subject line.

Project Access, Inc. is an at-will and equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace. We value diversity in all its forms and actively seek to build a team that reflects the richness of our community. Our hiring practices are designed to identify and welcome talented individuals regardless of their race, ethnicity, cultural background, religious beliefs or practices, gender identity or expression, relationship status, age, neurotype, physical or sensory abilities, sexual orientation, military service history, or any other aspect of their identity protected by law. We believe that a diverse team leads to better ideas, more innovative solutions, and a stronger community impact. Our goal is to foster an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives and skills.

Project Access participates in E-Verify

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $67,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Will you be able to reliably commute to Vallejo, Suisun City, or Walnut Creek, CA for this job

Experience:

• youth/family programming: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person