Coordinated Entry​/Peer Coordinated Entry Specialist; CES

Organization Overview

Covenant House California (CHC) is a nonprofit organization that provides sanctuary and support for youth overcoming homelessness, ages 18-24. CHC believes that no young person deserves to be homeless; each deserves housing, food, clothing, education, and love. CHC delivers a full continuum of services to meet the physical, emotional, educational, vocational, and spiritual well‑being of young people.

CHC’s services are available to all youth and staff regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. The organization is committed to diversity, inclusion, anti‑racism, and to promoting the free expression of the lived experiences of its population.

In Alameda County, CHC operates primarily out of facilities in Oakland and Hayward. The Oakland location, operating since 2005, offers a full continuum of housing and support services. A new Hayward location opened in 2026, providing housing and supportive services to youth in South Alameda County. Current growth is expected to add 20 new beds over the next year.

Applicants for the CES Specialist position must be at least 25 years old.

CHC offers an excellent benefits package (effective from hire date), including medical, vision, dental, an EAP program, a 403(b) retirement account, and a generous vacation package.

The CES (Co‑ordinated Entry System) Specialist will be based in the Housing Resources Center (HRC) / Wellness Center in Oakland and Hayward and will work under the supervision of the Manager of Support Services. Responsibilities include assisting youth in completing CES assessments, supporting them with resources, linking to services and supports, and providing workshops. The role involves engaging with homeless youth throughout Alameda County, in drop‑in centers, junior college campuses, and the CHC Wellness Center.

Key responsibilities include building relationships, coordinating crisis prevention and intervention, documenting, tracking and matching youth with housing through the CES, and collaborating with CHC teams, staff, and community partners.