Lead Housing Specialist (JR 5643)

PATH (People Assisting the Homeless)•San Diego, CA

8d•$24 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our Housing & Landlord Partnership team as the Lead Housing Specialist. Since its foundation in 1984, PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. PATH operates services throughout California, connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention, street outreach, employment preparation and placement assistance, individualized case management, supportive services, interim housing, and permanent supportive housing. The Lead Housing Specialist will assist in breaking the cycle of homelessness by supporting clients from street to housing. The Lead Housing Specialist is a seasoned social services professional who collaborates with the program manager(s) to support the needs of the client and provide direct support to the team as needed. The Lead Housing Specialist maintains a direct client caseload and takes on additional duties to support the operations of the program and the Program Manager.

Requirements

Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data, identifying trends, patterns, and insights to inform decision-making. Ability to consistently produce high-quality work, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others, seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues, participants, and stakeholders. Work effectively with others, contributing to team goals and recognizing the strengths and contributions of others.
Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups in a manner that informs, engages and maintains their attention.
Creativity and Initiative: Take action and make decisions without being prompted, demonstrating a proactive approach to work and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities. Think outside the box, generating innovative solutions to problems or challenges.
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze and evaluate information and situations, identify key issues, consider alternatives, and make logical decisions based on sound reasoning that will achieve the desired outcome.
Ethics and Boundaries: Maintain ethical and professional standards, demonstrating honesty, integrity, and a commitment to doing the right thing in all situations while maintaining professional boundaries.
Have employment eligibility verification
Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire: Tuberculosis Test, Background Screening, Drug Test
Have reliable transportation
A valid driver’s license
Proof of insurance and ownership for personal vehicles used during work duties
The ability to qualify for PATH's insurance coverage
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
PATH is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and objectivity in our services and employment practices. To avoid potential conflicts of interest and ensure the integrity of our programs, we are unable to employ individuals who are currently receiving services from PATH or have received services within the past two years.
All regular and customary work must be performed within the state.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years of experience in healthcare, case management, homeless services or working with vulnerable populations or a related field.

Responsibilities

Monitor and manage the housing team's customer relationship management (CRM) system, including providing biweekly availability reports to PATH programs.
Under the supervision of the program manager, provide leadership & support to the team, ensuring continuity of care and services between PATH's agency resources and the partnering agencies.
Familiarity with organizational policies and standards to uphold amongst the team.
Collaborate with intradepartmental and interdepartmental peers to meet client care needs and programmatic goals.
Under the supervision of the program manager, effectively communicates project expectations to team members.