Residential Service Coordinators

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ABOUT LIFEMOVES

Life Moves is the largest and most effective provider of housing and services for neighbors experiencing homelessness in Silicon Valley since 1987. Our Mission is to end homelessness by providing interim housing, supportive services, and building collaborative partnerships. With 40 programs, Life Moves gives our neighbors experiencing homelessness a temporary place to call home while providing intensive, customized case management through site-based programs and community outreach.

Life Moves | Branham Lane provides interim supportive housing in San Jose to 204 units including 24 flex family units. During their stay, clients participate in holistic services tailored to each household’s unique needs and goals. Clients receive support to build self‑sufficiency and return to housing stability, including but not limited to accommodations, meals, laundry, case management, and therapy. The team supports clients with housing, employment, benefits, physical and behavioral health through case management, workshops, and connection to specialized resources.

The Branham Residential Service Coordinator plays an important role in keeping the program site safe, welcoming, and running smoothly. Reporting to the Operations & Services Manager, 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.

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.

• Provide calm, supportive crisis response and connect clients to appropriate resources as 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 camera observation to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. Report maintenance or pest issues promptly and support pest control efforts by maintaining cleanliness and preparing spaces for treatment as needed.
• Manage facility meals, supplies, and donations, ensuring proper inventory, and maintaining organized storage.
• Support team collaboration by creating reports, updating shift logs and participating in meetings.
• Maintain a high level of ethical conduct regarding confidentiality, boundaries, and professionalism while fostering a supportive environment for all.
• 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.
• Attend continuing education opportunities to grow expertise and uphold agency standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the needs of the program, department, and organization.
• Conduct welcomes, move‑ins, transitions, and move‑outs, ensuring accurate documentation, positive experiences for clients, and completing tasks such as cleaning rooms, bagging belongings, and preparing spaces as needed

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• Educational Requirements:
  
  High School Diploma or GED required; 2-3 years of consistent equivalent experience in related field may substitute for formal education. Related fields may include direct involvement in peer advocacy, community outreach, housing services or roles within the homelessness services field.
• Care, Respect, Empathy:
  Willingness and ability to work with people from all…