Housing Specialist
Listed on 2026-01-30
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Social Work
Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Community Worker, Crisis Counselor -
Non-Profit & Social Impact
Community Health
Overview
About Lifemoves
Life Moves is the largest and most effective provider of housing and services for neighbors experiencing homelessness in Silicon Valley since 1987. Our Mission is to end homelessness by providing interim housing, supportive services, and building collaborative partnerships. With 40 programs, Life Moves gives our neighbors experiencing homelessness a temporary place to call home while providing intensive, customized case management through site-based programs and community outreach.
About Lifemoves
Life Moves is the largest and most effective provider of housing and services for neighbors experiencing homelessness in Silicon Valley since 1987. Our Mission is to end homelessness by providing interim housing, supportive services, and building collaborative partnerships. With 40 programs, Life Moves gives our neighbors experiencing homelessness a temporary place to call home while providing intensive, customized case management through site-based programs and community outreach.
POSITION PURPOSE
The Guadalupe Housing Specialist supports clients by connecting them to essential services, building support networks, facilitating activities, advocating for equitable access, and providing crisis intervention. The role also contributes to program improvement by identifying service gaps and strengthening community partnerships. Reporting to the Program Director and supported by the Education and Specialized Services Team, the Specialist provides expert guidance to clients and Case Managers on benefits, employment, and housing resources.
They stay informed on policy updates, ensure accurate information sharing, and help maintain a safe, supportive program environment. Additional responsibilities include assisting with client check-ins, coordinating group activities, and promoting a positive community atmosphere that empowers clients to achieve their goals.
Open since May 2023, Life Moves Guadalupe Emergency Interim Housing (EIH) is a welcoming, dignified, and safe interim housing community that offers a private unit for each household - including couples and single adults experiencing homelessness. With 96 rooms and ADA-compliant buildings for case management, educational workshops, dining, recreation, laundry, and even a pet area, Life Moves Guadalupe EIH is a modern, comfortable place to temporarily call home.
Through this purpose-built platform, we support our clients with tailored services that help them stabilize and empower them to return to self-sufficiency. Life Moves Interim supportive Housing programs serve neighbors in time-based accommodations by providing more stability before their move to permanent housing and focusing on accommodations, meals, laundry, case management, and therapy. These sites are staffed 24/7 and this role provides oversight to staff on site and reports to the Director of Interim Supportive Housing.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Develop and implement individualized case plans addressing housing, employment, benefits, and overall well-being goals.
- Assist clients with housing searches, job readiness, benefits access, and life skills development.
- Support enrollment in public assistance programs such as General Assistance, Cal Fresh, and CAPI.
- Coordinate with healthcare providers to meet clients’ physical and behavioral health needs.
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with community organizations and public agencies (e.g., VA, APS, CPS).
- Serve as a liaison and advocate between clients, landlords, employers, and other partners to ensure successful outcomes.
- Provide mediation and conflict resolution while promoting fairness, respect, and advocacy for client rights.
- Maintain accurate case notes, data tracking, and reporting using HMIS and internal databases.
- Monitor client progress and program outcomes related to housing, employment, and community engagement.
- Provide crisis intervention and connect clients with emergency or specialized services as needed.
- Participate in case conferences, training sessions, and professional development activities to strengthen skills.
- Support daily site operations, including safety inspections, facility maintenance, and donation…
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