About Us: LifeMoves is one of the largest and most effective providers of shelter and supportive services across Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Peninsula. As a results-driven organization, since 1987, our mission has been to provide interim housing and supportive services that create opportunities for homeless families and individuals to rapidly return to stable housing and long-term self-sufficiency. Our successful therapeutic service model combines clean, modern housing with intensive supportive services that promote dignity and motivate our clients to achieve autonomy. LifeMoves operates over 15 major sites from San Jose to Daly City.

Culture: LifeMoves staff are dedicated to serving our community. Diverse in background, outlook and life experience, our team addresses important social issues with passion and creativity. A culture of collaboration and innovation provides a thriving and successful environment for all. We foster personal growth through ongoing investment in the professional development of our staff. Together, we are committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness and helping our clients achieve long-term self-sufficiency.

The Re-Entry Housing Specialist works with LifeMoves clients from our emergency and transitional programs who have been involved with the criminal justice system—specifically those who have been incarcerated in a California State Prison at any point in their life—to increase housing opportunities. The Re-Entry Housing Specialist will conduct outreach in the community to build relationships with landlords, and other community partners already serving the Re-Entry population. The Re-Entry Housing Specialist will provide 1:1 counseling/meetings with clients revolving around housing, credit, housing search, housing portfolios, and budgeting. The Re-Entry Housing Specialist will also be responsible for facilitating educational workshops, collaborating with a client’s primary case manager and providing weekly housing leads. The position requires the candidate to work independently, and collaboratively as a team with the ultimate goal of successfully employing our LifeMoves clients to achieve permanent housing. This position requires knowledge of San Mateo and Santa Clara County (and surrounding areas), housing agencies, vocational entities, and a strong understanding of the needs of the Re-Entry population.

Re-Entry Specialist:

• Develop, implement and revise individual housing plans and consistently monitor progress toward client goals
• Provide on-going supportive functions in accordance with the housing plan
• Act as liaison for LifeMoves and our community partners
• Communicate appropriately and as needed with clients, case managers and external partners
• Stay current and knowledgeable about external community resources, referrals and service linkages
• Ability to manage a caseload of clients
• Knowledge of online housing resources (Zillow, Hotpads, Apartments.com, etc.)
• In collaboration with Manager, develop relationships with external partners to provide linkage between resources and agencies
• Maintain client and program records in accordance with applicable standards and policies
• Maintains a high level of ethical conduct regarding confidentiality, dual-relationships, and professional stature
• Participate in continuing education activities, remaining knowledgeable in area(s) of expertise
• Attend weekly case consultation meetings and monthly trainings; meet regularly with supervisor to exchange pertinent information and receive supervision
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology or related field, with a minimum of one year case management/specialist experience
• Professional experience in real estate and property management is a plus
• 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 with public speaking
• 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
• High level of cultural awareness, responsiveness, and competency
• An understanding of ideas and practices that promote diversity, equity and inclusion; and a commitment to ongoing professional development in this area.
• Preference for field work
• Valid California driver’s license and proof of insurance

We have a comprehensive benefits package, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Account, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401K, etc.
To learn more about our non-profit organization, check out our website at www.lifemoves.org

LifeMoves is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)