Head of Programme Management

Abode , one of the largest and effective nonprofits working to end homelessness in the Bay Area, is seeking a Program Coordinator I in Alameda County.

The Program Coordinator I will supervise the provision of services to program participants in the County, through direct staff supervision of staff.

We believe that we make better decisions and provide quality services when our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. 33.65 – $37.02 per hour DOE

100% paid health, vision, and dental options

19 PTO days & 12 Holidays per year

FSA, EAP, Commuter Checks, Life Insurance, Legal, and more

3% retirement match/contribution

Supervise the provision of housing for programs in the County through direct supervision of staff.

Improve housing program skills through supervision, coaching, and training of staff. Address performance issues, as necessary.

Provide support to the team when dealing with complex participant and/or landlord issues, which may include leading case conferencing meetings, connecting staff with other community resources for support, and providing direct services to clients/landlords.

Provide housing location services for clients and ensure collaboration with appropriate Abode staff to ensure subsidy payments.

Maintain relationships with property owners and manage housing stock. This will mean developing new landlord contacts, as well as maintaining current units.

Communicate closely and frequently with all members of the housing and services team to improve systems, solve problems, share resources, and coordinate work.

Maintain housing files and support Compliance Specialists to ensure program compliance.

Maintain unit/participant information in WMAT. Bachelor's degree in psychology, Human Services, Social Work, Sociology, or related field and equivalent experience.

2 years of field experience working with people with co-occurring disorders and/or who are homeless.

Use of personal vehicle and proof of valid California Driver's License and current auto insurance, along with a clean DMV record, is required.

Flexible schedule to work evening and weekend hours as needed.

Professional experience in the human services, social work, psychology, or related field and demonstrated experience in rental housing programs for low income, special needs individuals and families.

Ability to work within a housing first philosophy and Harm Reduction model and lead others to work with these models.

Basic knowledge and understanding of applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Excellent verbal & written communication, organizational, and time management skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, systems, and platforms.

Ability to learn and use required mobile devices and business-related applications.

Ability to build supportive and respectful working relationships with transition age youth that instills hope and promotes self-determination using a strengths-based approach.

Outstanding communication skills and high degree of emotional intelligence, cultural humility, with a proven track record to build and maintain effective relationships with a wide variety of internal and external contacts.

It does not constitute a contract, commitment or promise of any kind. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.