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 PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY ONLINE PROGRAMS SUMMARY: The Boccardo Reception Center (BRC) is the largest homeless shelter and service facility in Santa Clara County with a capacity of up to 250 homeless persons. The BRC is a multi-service facility that offers numerous programs and services, including year-round emergency shelter, a medical clinic, public benefits enrollment and advocacy, job search and retention assistance, group workshops and additional resources, information and referral to community partners, housing search, and financial assistance, and free restroom, shower, and laundry facilities. The BRC facility is open and staffed seven days per week, 24 hours per day. HomeFirst has also operated the Cold Weather Shelter Program (CWSP) since 1987 to provide temporary shelter during the cold weather and rainy season to people who are homeless. Our focus is on providing a safe environment and the necessities of life. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:...

Serving more than 6,000 adults, families, and youth, HomeFirst offers a full spectrum of services to homeless and at-risk households in our community. Services include housing navigation, placement, and stabilization, along with temporary housing programs that include emergency shelters, interim housing sites, and transitional housing programs. HomeFirst also provides homelessness prevention through various programs and strategies. HomeFirst’s Training Coordinator will further the agency’s mission of ending homelessness by supporting our training department. Under the direction and guidance of the Talent Development Manager, the Training Coordinator facilitates a series of detailed, engaging, and effective training for staff, with the intention of equipping them with the knowledge and tools needed to best serve our county’s homeless residents and those at risk of homelessness.   Responsibilities: The Training Coordinator plays an integral...

Position:                                  Street-Based Services Director Location:                                 San Jose/Santa Clara County Employment Type:                   Regular Full Time, Exempt Compensation:                         100k   Program Summary: This Street-Based Services Director oversees the program within HomeFirst’s Emergency Housing Division. This Division encompasses all programs serving individuals...

Position:                                  Outreach Services Director Location:                                 San Jose/Santa Clara County Employment Type:                   Regular Full Time, Exempt Compensation:                         103k – 110k   Program Summary: HomeFirst seeks to obtain an Outreach Services Director on an interim basis, to support with oversight and leadership of street-based services within the...

PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY ONLINE.     JOB DESCRIPTION:   Responsible for assisting with troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs in residential building and surrounding, emergency, property & apartment turnover, and routine maintenance for multiple buildings. Assist in posting/writing notices and providing a quality living environment for the residents, and working to establish a positive, productive work relationship with the Property Manager.    DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Basic Janitorial, stocking supplies and cleaning daily. Responsible for the minor to major, after hours/emergency work orders Dusting, sweeping, mopping & /or vacuuming floors Basic/light HVAC, plumbing, electrical & appliance repair Basic/light Masonry, carpentry, painting, and any other preventive general repairs Clean office, laundry rooms, and property Clean dumpster and area, also power washing Conduct property...

Program Summary: The Resident Advocate is responsible for the overall day-to-day operation on-site and responds to program participants' needs on an as-needed basis. They facilitate the flow of on-site amenities like access to clinical services, workshops, laundry supplies, and food services ensuring each participant's essential needs are met. They also ensure participant, staff, and guest safety through regular check-ins and monitoring of the site grounds and sleeping units.   Responsibilities: Direct Client Service (90%) Responsible for the care, safety, and supervision of program participants and guest Implement and enforce EIH guidelines and EIH site rules Welcome all agency guests to the facility, including program participants, volunteers, staff, and community members Check guests into and out of the facility using the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) Document all notes of services provided into HMIS within 3 business days...

POSITION:                                                      Case Manager North County Care Coordination PROGRAM/LOCATION:                                Santa Clara County SUPERVISOR:                                                  Program Manager JOB...

Position:                      Case Manager – Housing Stabilization Location:                  Santa Clara County Reports to:                Program Manager Status:                    Full Time, Non-Exempt Compensation:            $24.64-27.85     AGENCY SUMMARY: Established in 1980, with 40+ years of experience, we are the premier Silicon Valley provider of homelessness services.  We believe that everyone has the potential to get housed and stay housed. We relentlessly focus on eliminating barriers to housing and creating...

POSITION:        Grant Writer LOCATION:       Administrative Offices, Milpitas, CA SUPERVISOR:  Chief Development Officer JOB TYPE:         Full-time, regular   ABOUT HOMEFIRST SERVICES Established in 1980, with greater than 40 years of experience, HomeFirst Services (HFS) is the premier Silicon Valley provider of homelessness services. Every day, HomeFirst Services works to end homelessness by providing a full spectrum of services to help people find a home, improve their lives, and stay housed. HFS envisions a community in which everyone has a home.   HomeFirst Services serves more than 6,000 adults, veterans, families, and young adults each year at multiple locations from Gilroy to Menlo Park – all of Santa Clara County as well as southern San Mateo County and Sonoma County.   For more information, please visit ...

Facilities & Maintenance Lead   PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY ONLINE     Program Summary:   Under the supervision of the Facilities Director, the position of Facilities Lead Technician is a hands-on position. The Facilities Lead will coordinate the routine schedules of the maintenance technicians while performing work in one or more of the skilled trades. Facilities Lead will be part of a team and assign work orders/tasks, provide additional training and direction for other maintenance staff at assigned HomeFirst locations. Have knowledge and be proficient at building and repairs in at least one specialty trade (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, etc.).   Facilities Lead must be able to: Serves as a working lead coordinating activities of assigned team employees engaged in cleaning and maintenance. Focus on facilities-related services to assigned sites. Focus on Preventive and Preventative Maintenance Schedules and lead a team toward facilities goals....

POSITION:                                                        Case Manager Markham Plaza PROGRAM/LOCATION:                                   San Jose SUPERVISOR:                                                  Program Manager JOB TYPE:                                                        Full Time, Non-Exempt COMPENSATION:                                             $24.64 to $26.78   PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY ONLINE PROGRAM SUMMARY: The goal of HomeFirst’s case management services is to provide access to resources and support for individuals who are at risk of becoming homeless, or who are facing homelessness. The case management services will empower individuals to better manage their daily lives while promoting self-sufficiency to maintain their housing.  The program will offer comprehensive supportive and clinical services to assist individuals with life skills, and to link individuals to a network of community resources including, but not...

Position:                  Housing Specialist All Programs  Location:                  Santa Clara County Reports to:                Program Manager Status:                    Full Time, Non-Exempt Compensation:            $24.64-$27.00     AGENCY SUMMARY: Established in 1980, with 40+ years of experience, we are the premier Silicon Valley provider of homelessness services.  We believe that everyone has the potential to get housed and stay housed. We relentlessly focus on eliminating barriers to housing and creating stability for everyone we serve.   HomeFirst Services...

POSITION:                                Case Manager PROGRAM/LOCATION:         Veterans Emergency Shelter Program – Special Circumstances (VESP-SC)                                                    Boccardo Reception Center, San Jose, CA SUPERVISOR:                          Program Manager STATUS:                                    Full-time, Non-exempt     PROGRAM SUMMARY: The Veterans Emergency Shelter Program...

SOAR Outreach Case Manager   PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY ONLINE   Program Summary: The target populations for this program are vulnerable, chronically homeless individuals who are living on the streets or in encampments throughout San Jose. Program staff will provide a consistent presence on the streets and other outdoor locations throughout San Jose to build rapport and trust with unsheltered homeless residents. The goal of the program is to connect participants with services that will result in permanent housing. The Citywide Outreach and SOAR team includes Outreach Specialists, Case Managers, Drug and Alcohol Counselors, Clinicians and Clinical Supervision, Program Manager, and Director. Responsibilities: Direct Services (70%) Provide street and encampment-based case management to unhoused participants at targeted locations throughout the City of San Jose Provide referral and linkage to an internal team of Clinicians and Alcohol and Drug Counselors...

POSITION: Licensed LCSW, LMFT Behavioral Health Manager PROGRAM/LOCATION: San Jose, CA SUPERVISOR: Behavioral Health Senior Director   COMPENSATION: Starting at $90,000, DOE STATUS: Full-time, Exempt   PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY ONLINE     POSITION SUMMARY:   The position of Behavioral Health Manager is a Senior Leadership position. It’s an exciting new position, designed to oversee and strengthen the clinical services offered by HomeFirst Services. This is a perfect position for someone demonstrating strong management skills, is passionate about providing clinical leadership, while working with the homeless or formerly homeless populations. Together with the Behavioral Health Senior Director, the Behavioral Health Manager will provide clinical guidance and leadership for the agency. The manager will provide direct management, caseload assignment and oversight, and support for clinicians, and interns/trainees in a variety of programs at HomeFirst....

Position:                                   Clinician/Therapist- ASW, LCSW, AFMT, LMFT, APCC, LPCC Location:                                  Boccardo Reception Center (BRC) Employment Type:                    Regular Full Time, Exempt Compensation:                          $75,000- $80,000 depending on experience   PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY ONLINE   Program Summary: Our clinicians provide clinical leadership in areas of comprehensive assessments, case conferences, treatment plans, and strategic interventions to ensure quality service delivery for clients and participants across all of HomeFirst’s programs. Our clinicians use the Housing First and Harm Reduction principles to guide their services. These programs include: Emergency Housing (shelter programs in San Jose and Sunnyvale) Outpatient permanent supportive housing and rapid rehousing Outreach to homeless encampments Interim and bridge housing Responsibilities: Direct Services (70%)...

Program Summary: HomeFirsts Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) project is designed to provide housing stability to homeless and at-risk veteran households in the County of Santa Clara. This goal is achieved by providing veteran participants with comprehensive supportive services, including intensive case management services, housing search, and maintenance support, targeted financial assistance, and support with increasing income through employment and benefits assistance. Responsibilities: Direct Service 80% Provide street and encampment-based outreach to the homeless in Santa Clara County. Complete field-based pre-screens of homeless veterans to determine eligibility for SSVF. Provide information and referral to community services such as employment counseling, health care, mental health services, etc. Transport clients, in an agency vehicle, to the BRC shelter or other appropriate destinations as needed. Conduct assessments as...

Facilities & Maintenance Lead   PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY ONLINE     Program Summary:   Under the supervision of the Facilities Director, the position of Facilities Lead Technician is a hands-on position. The Facilities Lead will coordinate the routine schedules of the maintenance technicians while performing work in one or more of the skilled trades. Facilities Lead will be part of a team and assign work orders/tasks, provide additional training and direction for other maintenance staff at assigned HomeFirst locations. Have knowledge and be proficient at building and repairs in at least one specialty trade (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, etc.).   Facilities Lead must be able to: Serves as a working lead coordinating activities of assigned team employees engaged in cleaning and maintenance. Focus on facilities-related services to assigned sites. Focus on Preventive and Preventative Maintenance Schedules and...

Maintenance Worker    PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY ONLINE.     Program Summary: The Maintenance employee will carry out a wide variety of Janitorial/Maintenance duties including preventative, emergency, and after-hours work, turn over, and routine work orders, as needed. Assist in posting/writing notices and providing a quality living environment for the residents and working to establish a positive, productive work relationship with the Property Management staff.     Responsibilities: Basic janitorial, stocking supplies and cleaning on a daily basis Responsible for the minor to major, after hours/emergency work orders Dusting, sweeping, mopping &/or vacuuming floors Basic/light HVAC, plumbing, electrical & appliance repairs Basic/light Masonry, carpentry, painting, and any other preventative general repairs Clean office, laundry rooms, and property Clean dumpsters and area, also power washing Conduct property walks, pick up all...

POSITION:                                 Shift Supervisor PROGRAM/LOCATION:          Emergency Interim Housing (EIH) San Jose, CA SHIFT:                                            Day, Swing, Grave SUPERVISOR:                             BHC Program Manager STATUS:                                        Full-time/Part-time, Non-exempt   PROGRAM SUMMARY: The Emergency Interim Housing (EIH) program is intended to provide Emergency Interim Housing opportunities to...