Housing Coordinator

Brilliant Corners

San Mateo (CA)

On-site

USD 36,423 - 38,242

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)

Retirement Plan (With 5% Match)

Wellness Resources

Job summary

Brilliant Corners in San Mateo seeks a Housing Coordinator to connect clients with housing services. The role involves conducting assessments, collaborating with agencies, and advocating for housing needs.

Applicants should possess knowledge of supportive housing, a valid California driver's license, and be organized. The position supports individuals transitioning from homelessness, ensuring their well-being in their residences.

Qualifications

Possession of a valid California driver's license and a clean driving record.
Ability to utilize critical thinking skills in decision-making situations.
Excellent social skills and calmness in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

Conduct intakes and assessments with clients.
Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams for community transitions.
Assist clients in understanding lease and program agreements.

Skills

Knowledge of supportive affordable housing in San Mateo County

Flexibility in scheduling

Critical thinking skills

Good organizational skills

Education

Education and/or training in property management

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Location

San Mateo County, with occasional trips to the regional office in San Francisco.

Salary

$26.44 per hour, non exempt

Organization Overview

Founded in 2004, Brilliant Corners provides innovative housing and housing-related services to California’s most vulnerable individuals, with an emphasis on those transitioning from, or at risk of, homelessness or institutionalization. We develop, own, and manage multi-family supportive housing and licensed residential care homes. We implement a broad array of scattered-site, one-on-one supportive housing, and clinical case management programs through partnerships with developmental services, homeless services, veterans’ services, and health care sectors.

Department Summary

Brilliant Corners partners with Health Plan of San Mateo, San Mateo County, and other community partners to provide person-centered housing services to members of the health plan. Brilliant Corners helps members identify housing opportunities in the community that meet their needs and assist them with the application process. They also assist members with applying for waitlists for rent subsidies and affordable housing. They help members move into housing and provide ongoing support with their tenancy. Brilliant Corners administers rent subsidies to qualified members.

Position Summary

This role will serve as the primary connection between clients, case management staff, service providers, and landlords/property managers. The Housing Coordinator will ensure client well-being and unit habitability by conducting weekly, monthly, and quarterly unit visits at the clients’ residence. This position is responsible for implementing a program that advocates for individuals to obtain community-based housing options with the appropriate service supports to succeed. The Housing Coordinator will be responsible for managing a caseload of 35‑45 individuals with frequent and regular travel to client residences, affiliate businesses, community meetings, training workshops, and other events in the San Mateo County.

Position Responsibilities

Conduct intakes and assessments with clients residing in various types of residency throughout San Mateo County.
Work collaboratively with external multi-disciplinary teams of care coordinators, nursing facility staff, home modification vendors, fiscal agencies, and other organizations to arrange community transition activities;
Assist clients with review and understanding of lease and program agreements;
Act as single point of contact for property managers and landlords to resolve tenant issues, and maintain regular communication
Respond to housing and tenant related emergencies during normal business and after hours to include submitting and following‑up on tenant maintenance requests;
Assess need for reasonable accommodations/unit modifications and ADA compliance, and assist program participants through the process to obtaining the request
Educate landlords, property managers, families, and community members about the housing needs of identified program participants, and provide appropriate advocacy on behalf of our clients
Research affordable housing options through public housing, nonprofit housing, and other community opportunities within San Mateo County
Assist in mediation of tenant conflicts and/or other housing‑related issues, and expected to handle irritated, belligerent, or upset tenants and/or landlords with calmness, diplomacy, and good social skills
Assist clients with affordable housing and low‑income rental applications
Maintain Brilliant Corners housing registry database
Maintain thorough and accurate progress notes, files, and correspondences while maintaining confidentiality of program participants
Attend meetings as needed
Other duties related to the specifics of this program, as assigned

Professional Experience

Knowledge of supportive affordable housing in San Mateo County
Education and/or training in property management functions, and experience working with people with disabilities, institutionalized, and homeless individuals
Experience working in a crisis setting and ability to respond appropriately in an emergency

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and reasonable accommodations
Possession of a valid California driver’s license, a clean driving record, and automobile insurance
Access to adequate transportation
Basic computer knowledge, MS Word and Excel required
Flexibility required regarding scheduling and prioritizing of tasks
Ability to utilize critical thinking skills in decision‑making situations, good organizational and record‑keeping skills, and good independent judgment
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to work independently

Core Competencies

Approachability: Builds trusting relationships by being accessible, understanding, and responsive to others needs to improve services
Conflict Management: Addresses conflicts by understanding needs, employing empathetic listening, identifying underlying issues and facilitating equitable solutions that respect all parties
Strategic Agility: Future‑oriented, strategically coordinates resources and stakeholders to optimize support, proactively navigating challenges through planning and critical thinking

Organizational Values

Humanity: Putting people first: We are committed to meeting people where they’re at, honoring their dignity, diversity, and experience.
Community: Building a better future: Sustainable housing solutions are fostered through partnership, collaboration, and human connection.
Ingenuity: Innovating for transformation: Systems‑change requires relentless determination, thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

A valid, clean CA driver’s license and a personal insured vehicle are required.

Travel Requirements

This position requires a valid driver’s license and may be tasked to drive for the course of business.

Physical Requirements

Candidates should have physical mobility for tasks such as standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, twisting, and walking on uneven surfaces. They should be capable of performing stationary tasks like sitting for up to 6 to 8 hours a day. Additionally, candidates should be able to lift, carry, push, pull light to moderate weights up to 15 pounds safely. Requires mental acuity for analytical reasoning and document interpretation.

TB Testing

Position requires TB screening/clearance in accordance with applicable law and funder requirements; testing is provided at employer expense.

Labor Union

This position is part of the OPEIU, LOCAL 30, AFL-CIO, bargaining unit. As a member of the OPEIU, LOCAL 30, AFL-CIO, the incumbent will be subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

Salary Range

Salary range for this position is $26.44-$27.76 per hour. This position is being offered at $26.44 per hour.

EEO Statement

Brilliant Corners does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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