Program Aide

Description

ABOUT LIFEMOVES

LifeMoves 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 LifeMoves gives

our neighbors experiencing homelessness a temporary place to call home while providing intensive

customized case management through site-based programs and community outreach.

POSITION PURPOSE

LifeMoves Navigation Center provides interim supportive housing in Redwood City to 220 individuals and 20 couples. During their stay clients participate in holistic services tailored to each households 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 Navigation Center Program Aide plays an important role in keeping the program site safe welcoming and running smoothly. Reporting to the 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.

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.

The Program Aide (PA) supports a smooth and welcoming entry process for new clients by coordinating and leading welcomes with care professionalism and consistency. 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.

Additionally the role supports program operations by helping with administrative tasks such as ordering supplies organizing materials and assisting with office duties to keep daily activities running smoothly.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide calm and supportive crisis response connecting clients to appropriate resources as needed.

Support daily operations by responding to needs and questions from clients volunteers donors

and visitors with professionalism compassion and radical hospitality.

Monitor site safety through regular rounds and camera observation maintaining a clean safe

and welcoming environment.

Report maintenance or pest issues promptly and assist with pest control by preparing spaces

and maintaining cleanliness.

Manage facility meals supplies and donations ensuring proper inventory and organized storage.

Support team collaboration by creating reports updating shift logs and participating in meetings.

Maintain high ethical standards including confidentiality professional boundaries and fostering a

supportive environment.

Fully participate in all required trainings completing them by deadlines engaging actively and

applying learning to daily work.

Complete first 90-day trainings including CPR Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Nonviolent Crisis

Intervention HMIS and internal database systems.

Complete additional required online trainings through Relias on trauma-informed care

homelessness mental health substance use crisis intervention professional boundaries

LGBTQ affirming services privacy / confidentiality and abuse prevention / reporting.

Attend continuing education opportunities to grow expertise and uphold agency standards.

Perform other duties as assigned to support program department and organizational needs.

Coordinate conduct and train staff on client referrals welcomes move-ins transitions and

move-outs ensuring positive client experiences and accurate documentation.

Take initiative to observe site operations provide timely updates and communicate effectively

with the team especially when supervisors are off-site.

Shift Details : Swing 2 : 30pm.-10 : 00pm. (Monday -Friday)

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational Requirements :

Associate's Degree in related field preferred; or High School Diploma / GED with 2-5 years of equivalent experience in related field. Related fields may include direct involvement in peer advocacy community outreach housing services or roles within the homelessness services field.

Technology : Comfortable using basic technology including phone and messaging systems email Microsoft and Google Suites and databases to complete administrative tasks and case management reporting and tracking outcomes.

Service & Care Level Qualifications :

Demonstrates empathy professionalism and respect for all individuals.

Remains calm and supportive in stressful situations and uses de-escalation skills.

Maintains clear accurate and organized documentation.

Detail-oriented organized and proactive in managing tasks.

Actively advocates for clients in accessing benefits and navigating systems.

Connects clients to housing employment health and social services using community resources.

Uses analytical skills to research track and resolve client needs.

Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations and service

providers.

Confidently leads group discussions and workshops that promote learning collaboration and

empowerment.

Demonstrates specialized knowledge in employment resources.

Communicates effectively with clients colleagues and community partners.

Focused on strengthening client support networks and overall outcomes.

COMPETENCIES

Job Knowledge : Understands job duties and performs tasks with accuracy.

Commitment to Growth : Demonstrates a selfless commitment to others on the team

including activity-based dependability self-improvement activities. Actively seeks opportunities to

contribute at higher levels in service to LifeMoves and others on the team.

Performance Improvement : Sets performance goals establishes the approach creates a

learning environment.

Time Management and Reliability : Manages workload effectively and meets deadlines.

Proactive Collaboration : Actively seeks opportunities to partner with colleagues across teams

and functions. Shares knowledge communicates openly and anticipates needs to

support collective goals. Builds trust by contributing ideas offering assistance and ensuring

alignment to achieve results together.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

N / A

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This role may include small amounts of travel to training and admin events

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 others in the workplace. 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. Specific vision abilities this position requires include close vision distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This rewarding role offers a competitive annual base salary and an opportunity to participate in the LifeMoves benefits 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 .

Key Skills

Culinary Experience,Restaurant Experience,Food Preparation Experience,Food Service,Kitchen Experience,Dietary Aide Experience,Serving Experience,Cooking,Dietary Department Experience,Sanitation,Food Production Experience,Meal Preparation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 23 - 27