Residential Services Coordinator

About Us: LifeMoves is one of the largest and most effective providers of shelter and supportive services across Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Peninsula. As a results-driven organization since 1987 our mission has been to provide interim housing and supportive services that create opportunities for homeless families and individuals to rapidly return to stable housing and long-term self-sufficiency. Our successful therapeutic service model combines clean modern housing with intensive supportive services that promote dignity and motivate our clients to achieve autonomy. LifeMoves operates over 15 major sites from San Jose to Daly City.

Culture: LifeMoves staff are dedicated to serving our community. Diverse in background outlook and life experience our team addresses important social issues with passion and creativity. A culture of collaboration and innovation provides a thriving and successful environment for all. We foster personal growth through ongoing investment in the professional development of our staff. Together we are committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness and helping our clients achieve long-term self-sufficiency.

Shift Details: Grave 12a-8:30am. (Mon.-Fri.)

Position Purpose:

• The First Step for FamiliesResidential Service Coordinator plays an important role in keeping our site safe welcoming and running smoothly. Reporting to the Operations & Services Manager or Program Director this position is often the first to respond to client needs helping with both everyday requests and urgent situations. Additionally the position supports volunteers donors and community visitors making sure everyone feels
• respected and informed.
• Key responsibilities include keeping the site secure by monitoring access completing regular safety checks (rounds) and supporting daily tasks like welcoming new clients preparing rooms and organizing supplies.
• When supervisors are offsite this role is key to observing whats happening at the site sharing updates and keeping clear written and verbal communication with the team.
• This role requires strong attention to the safety and emotional well-being of clients especially during times of stress or crisis. Staff use a calm and compassionate approach to help resolve problems and support stability.
• By creating a supportive environment this position helps clients feel safe and builds trust to work toward their goals including finding permanent housing.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Provide calm supportive crisis response and connect clients to appropriate resourceswhen needed.
• Support daily operations by responding to needs and questions from clients volunteersdonors and visitors with radical hospitality professionalism and compassion.
• Monitor site safety through regular rounds and by observing security cameras to maintaina clean safe and welcoming environment. Report maintenance or pest control needspromptly and support pest control efforts by maintaining cleanliness standards assistingwith basic prevention such as disposing of food waste properly and preparing rooms orbelongings for professional facility meals supplies and donations ensuring proper inventory andmaintaining organized storage.
• Conduct welcomes move-ins completions and move-outs ensuring accuratedocumentation smooth transitions for clients and completing tasks such as cleaningrooms bagging belongings and preparing spaces as needed.
• Support team collaboration by creating reports and shift logs participating in meetingsand engaging in continuous training.
• Maintain a high level of ethical conduct regarding confidentiality boundaries andprofessionalism while fostering a supportive environment for all.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor to ensure effective program operations
• Fully participate in all required trainings. This includes completing trainings by assigneddeadlines actively engaging during sessions and applying what you learn to your dailywork.
• Training expectations in the first 90 days of employment include but are not limited toCPR Mental Health/First Aide (MHFA) Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training HMISand internal database training.
• Additional required trainings through our online Learning Management System Reliasinclude but are not limited to Clients Experience of Trauma-Informed Care Workingwith Individuals Experiencing Homelessness Overview of Serious Mental Illness forParaprofessionals Working with Individuals Experiencing Homelessness andSubstance Use Disorder An Overview of Substance Use Disorders Strategies forPreventing and De-escalating Hostile Situations Recognizing and Responding to aPerson in Crisis Maintaining Professional Boundaries Overcoming Barriers toLGBTQ Affirming Behavioral Health Services Privacy and Confidentiality for Non-HIPAA Covered Entities Child/Elder/Dependent Abuse Prevention and MandatedReporting Preventing Identifying and Responding to Abuse and Neglect ReportingElder and Dependent Adult Abuse in California Identifying and Responding to ChildAbuse and Neglect.

Service Level Qualifications:

• Educational Requirements: High school diploma or GED required or candidates with at least 2 years of directly related experience in the homelessness or human services field may may include direct involvement in peer advocacy community outreach or support roles within the homelessness services field.
• Care Respect Empathy: Willingness and ability to work with people from all backgrounds with care respect and empathy. Understands and is committed to learning about diversity equity inclusion and belonging (DEIB) practices. Demonstrates radical hospitality by welcoming everyone with kindness respect and non-judgment.
• Emotional Regulation: Manages stress and emotions professionally remaining calm and supportive even under pressure. Understands and practices de-escalation techniques to support safety and positive client outcomes.
• Provide calm supportive crisis response and connect clients to appropriate resources when needed
• Support daily operations by responding to needs and questions from clients volunteers donors and visitors with radical hospitality professionalism and compassion.
• Monitor site safety through regular rounds and by observing security cameras to maintain a clean safe and welcoming environment. Report maintenance or pest control needs promptly and support pest control efforts by maintaining cleanliness standards assisting with basic prevention such as disposing of food waste properly and preparing rooms or belongings for professional treatments.
• Manage facility meals supplies and donations ensuring proper inventory and maintaining organized storage
• Conduct welcomes move-ins completions and move-outs ensuring accurate documentation smooth transitions for clients and completing tasks such as cleaning rooms bagging belongings and preparing spaces as needed
• Support team collaboration by creating reports and shift logs participating in meetings and engaging in continuous training
• Maintain a high level of ethical conduct regarding confidentiality boundaries and professionalism while fostering a supportive environment for all
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor to ensure effective program operations
• Fully participate in all required trainings. This includes completing trainings by assigned deadlines actively engaging during sessions and applying what you learn to your daily work.
• Training expectations in the first 90 days of employment include but are not limited to CPR Mental Health/First Aide (MHFA) Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training HMIS and internal database training.
• Additional required trainings through our online Learning Management System Relias include but are not limited to Clients Experience of Trauma-Informed Care Working with Individuals Experiencing Homelessness Overview of Serious Mental Illness for Paraprofessionals Working with Individuals Experiencing Homelessness and Substance Use Disorder An Overview of Substance Use Disorders Strategies for Preventing and De-escalating Hostile Situations Recognizing and Responding to a Person in Crisis Maintaining Professional Boundaries Overcoming Barriers to LGBTQ Affirming Behavioral Health Services Privacy and Confidentiality.

• Growth Mindset:Open to feedback asks questions and shows a strong growth mindset focused on continuous learning. Curious and motivated to learn about trauma-informed care crisis support and harm reduction practices.

• Team & Independence:Works well both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Follows directions communicates clearly and seeks help or clarification when needed.

• Documentation:Maintains clear unbiased and professional documentation and communication.

• Organization & Prioritization:Demonstrates organizational skills and attention to detail to support smooth daily operations. Shows initiative takes responsibility for tasks and engages actively with clients coworkers and community partners.

• Technology:Comfortable using basic technology including phone and messaging systems email Microsoft Word Excel and databases to complete administrative tasks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position the employee is regularly required to talk hear and communicate with internal and external individuals. The employee must frequently use hands or fingers and handle or feel objects tools or controls. The employee must frequently stand walk sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required or candidates with at least 2 years of directly related experience in the homelessness or human services field may qualify.
• This may include direct involvement in peer advocacy community outreach or support roles within the homelessness services field.
• Personal or professional experience/education working with mental health clients a plus.
• An understanding of or willingness to learn about ideas and practices that promote diversity equity and inclusion.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
This rewarding role offers a competitive annual base salary and an opportunity to participate in the LifeMovesbenefits package.
LifeMoves is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to building a culturally diverse staff representing the communities we serve.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without regard to age race color religion sex national origin political
affiliation marital status physical or mental disability (non-disqualifying) sexual orientation membership or non-membership in an
employee organization personal favoritism lived experiences or any other non-merit-based factor. Candidates who are bilingual/bi-
cultural of color Native/Indigenous with disabilities who identify as LGBTQIA or who are members of other marginalized groups are
strongly encouraged to apply. We aim to create and sustain inclusive equitable and welcoming environments where everyone can thrive.
This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review
and change at any time with or without notice in accordance with the needs of LifeMoves. Since no job description can detail all the
duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job duties and responsibilities that may be
inherent in a job reasonably required for its performance or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of
the job holders responsibility.
If you require a disability accommodation during the application process please contact the Human Resources Department at (650) 685-
5880.

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LifeMoves is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)