Housing Specialist

Description

ABOUT LIFEMOVES

Since 1987, LifeMoves has been a nimble, results-driven organization whose mission has been to provide interim housing and supportive services that create opportunities to aid in the rapid return to stable housing and long-term self-sufficiency. Last year, LifeMoves returned over 2,000 people to housing and stability for 86% of families and 67% of individuals who engaged in their programs. With 26 interim housing communities and support services from Daly City to San Jose, LifeMoves provides its neighbors experiencing homelessness a temporary place to call home while providing intensive, customized case management through both site-based programs and community outreach that teaches and reinforces skills that clients need to return to and sustain stable housing. LifeMoves embodies the entrepreneurial energy of an emerging growth company. The executive team is committed to employee satisfaction and the ongoing development of a work culture and environment that increases and maintains morale, productivity, and engagement.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Housing Specialist works with LifeMoves emergency and transitional programs to increase housing opportunities for our program participants. The Housing Specialist will conduct outreach in the community to build relationships with landlords and provide housing search education in the form of 1:1 counseling, facilitating educational workshops, providing landlord/tenant mediation. The position requires candidate to work independently, and collaboratively as a team with the ultimate goal of increasing housing opportunities for the agency and placing program participants in housing that suits their needs. This position requires knowledge of Santa Clara County (and surrounding areas) housing market trends, fair housing, landlord/tenant rights, and a strong understanding of the leasing process.

Position Activities and Responsibilities

• Coordinate landlord outreach efforts, which includes:
• Identify/locate housing options suitable for LifeMoves program participants
• Build relationships with landlords and educate them on LifeMoves programs and services
• Foster relationships with LifeMoves program staff, and key housing and community providers
• Monitor housing trends and research affordable housing opportunities inside/outside Santa Clara County
• Provide advocacy on behalf of program participants to increase housing options
• Provide 1:1 housing search counseling and assist participants with creating a rental portfolio; this includes educating clients on the housing search process, how to present to landlords, fair housing rights, and landlord/tenant etiquette.
• Facilitate housing workshops and develop curriculum and informational handouts.
• Responsible for record keeping and data entry in LifeMoves internal and external (HMIS/Clarity) databases
• Coordinate services with on-site programs to identify barriers to obtaining and maintaining housing.
• Communicate effectively with program staff to rapidly address & correct issues regarding service delivery
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience

• Professional experience in real estate and property management is strongly desired
• Demonstrated ability working with individuals and families from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Must be computer literate; internet savvy, experienced with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; comfortable presenting in front of groups

Qualifications

Education  

• Prefer Undergraduate degree
• Strong organizational, detail-oriented, and time-management skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Display a high level of initiative and commitment towards completing duties efficiently
• Valid California driver's license and proof of insurance.

Physical Activity Requirements

• Ability to lift/support at least 30 lbs. as needed
• Ability to sit, stand, stoop and bend frequently
• Ability to sit and keyboard as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

In addition to a competitive hourly/annual base salary, this rewarding role may include an exceptional benefits package that includes medical and dental, optional vision, Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacation and sick time (15 days of PTO/year), paid holidays (13/year and one floating holiday), HSA, FSA, EAP, 401k, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, legal benefits, Tickets At Work program, pet insurance, education support benefits, student debt repayment support, and ultimately, a job with a highly regarded, mission-driven organization and team that will inspire you daily!

LifeMoves is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, physical or mental disability (when non-disqualifying), sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, personal favoritism, or any other non-merit-based factor.

At LifeMoves, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms. We honor the unique identities, experiences, and perspectives of our team members and are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment. Together, we strive to create a culture that values and empowers every individual.

If you need accommodations related to a disability during the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department at (650) 685-5880.

Salary : $26 - $33