Bilingual Community Program Coordinator (Foxdale)

Project Access Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 39,261 - 40,639; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Project Access Inc is looking for a Bilingual Community Program Coordinator to empower residents at Foxdale Apartments in San Jose, California. This full-time position involves implementing vital community programs and services aimed at enhancing the lives of residents while fostering self-reliance and personal growth. The coordinator will engage with diverse populations and manage important outreach activities.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree related to social services, experience in educational settings, and bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. Benefits include health, dental, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Four years in multi-family housing or related fields.
• Experience in educational settings for youth.
• Strong cultural competency and community awareness.

Responsibilities

• Implement core programs across four initiatives.
• Conduct outreach and survey resident needs.
• Coordinate after-school and teen programs.
• Plan and facilitate resident workshops and sessions.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Cultural competency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field

4 years of experience in social services or community outreach

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, Publisher, Outlook)

Salesforce

Adobe Acrobat

Canva

Job description

Overview

Project Access, Inc.—Bilingual Community Program Coordinator (Foxdale). Location: San Jose, California, United States.

Project Access provides programs and services to residents of affordable housing communities nationwide, empowering self-reliance and personal growth through onsite services. Join the Project Access team to create impact in residents' lives. For success stories, visit: www.project-access.org/success-stories/

The Resident Services Coordinator designs and implements programs that enhance community life for residents of all ages, serving as a vital link between residents and services. This role requires an innovative, proactive individual who excels in an autonomous environment and drives positive long-term outcomes through an understanding of the communities served.

What you’ll do

• Implement core programs and services across four initiatives: Economic Stability, Education for Youth & Families, Health & Wellness, and Community Building — by connecting, engaging, and empowering residents.
• Conduct outreach and survey resident needs through community engagement aligned with the four pillars.
• Coordinate and oversee an after-school program and teen program, including homework assistance and educational enrichment activities.
• Independently plan, prepare, and facilitate resident-facing workshops and group sessions; deliver core topics directly if external partners are unavailable to maintain consistency and engagement.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with local providers to deliver services and workshops.
• Plan and facilitate community-building events that foster safe and meaningful relationships among residents.
• Provide residents with information and referrals to access community resources and services, connecting with nonprofit partners within the four pillars framework.
• Support food distribution needs, maintain food bank partnerships, and manage distribution.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with the property management team, with regular communications.
• Organize monthly outreach activities including door-to-door, digital/virtual, and presence in high-traffic locations.
• Recruit, select, train, and supervise volunteers and interns who support programming at the Resource Center.
• Use a personal automobile to acquire program supplies and donations and attend offsite meetings (mileage reimbursed at IRS rate).
• Publish monthly newsletters and calendar of events.
• Collect and submit program outcomes data, with emphasis on social impact within the four pillars.
• Provide input and adhere to budgets for resident service programs, including authority to utilize funds for contractors when needed.

What you’ll bring

• Bilingual English/Spanish required
• Four years of experience in multi-family housing or related fields such as social services or community outreach; or a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related field.
• Minimum of one year experience in both:
• after-school programs or educational settings for youth
• serving diverse populations, demonstrating cultural competency and community awareness
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, Publisher, Outlook). Basic with Adobe Acrobat, Canva, Salesforce, Concur.
• Strong time management, administrative, and organizational skills.
• Self-starter, multi-tasker, and strong communicator
• Physical requirements: minimal bending, walking, kneeling, reaching; able to lift up to 30 pounds for distribution activities.

Credentials/Certifications

• Valid Driver’s License, clean driving record, and current automobile insurance
• CPR & First Aid certified (or obtained within 90 days of hire)
• Successful completion of background check

The details

• This is a full-time, non-exempt position
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm
• Location: Foxdale Apartments, 1250 Foxdale Loop, San Jose 95122
• Wage: $28.50–$29.50/hr
• Benefits offered: Health, dental, short-term disability, term life, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Voluntary benefits (vision, voluntary life, pet insurance, and supplemental benefits) available at 100% employee cost.
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with 4% company match
• Paid time off plus 14 paid holidays

Project Access, Inc. is an at-will and equal opportunity employer, committed to an equitable and inclusive workplace. We value diversity and strive to reflect the community we serve. Our hiring practices welcome talented individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, cultural background, religious beliefs or practices, gender identity or expression, relationship status, age, neurotype, physical or sensory abilities, sexual orientation, military service history, or any other protected characteristic. We believe diversity leads to better ideas, solutions, and community impact.

Location and additional details

Foxdale Apartments, San Jose, CA