Temp Housing Navigator

HomeFirst; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Job summary

HomeFirst in Mountain View is seeking a Temp Housing Specialist (CWSP) to help participants locate, secure, and maintain permanent housing in the community. You will work closely with landlords and property managers to advocate for program participants and strengthen housing options.

The role manages 20–30 participants, engages in outreach, assists with applications and advocacy, and maintains documentation while collaborating with program staff to end homelessness.

Qualifications

• One year of paid or volunteer experience in social work or related human services.
• It may be substituted by two years of customer service experience and lived experience with homelessness.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Valid CA driver's license and insurance, able to be added onto company insurance and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of 20-30 participants in active housing search.
• Provide landlord outreach and housing search support.
• Assist with applications, advocacy, and housing mediation.
• Coordinate financial assistance and eviction prevention where applicable.
• Document participant information following agency standards.
• Attend meetings and participate in case conferencing.
• Ensure compliance with contracts, licenses, and deadlines.
• Contribute to learning and skill development activities.

Skills

Social work

Customer service

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HomeFirst in Mountain View is seeking a Temp Housing Specialist (CWSP) to help participants locate, secure, and maintain permanent housing in the community. You will work closely with landlords and property managers to advocate for program participants and strengthen housing options.

The role manages 20–30 participants, engages in outreach, assists with applications and advocacy, and maintains documentation while collaborating with program staff to end homelessness.