Client Support Associate

Description

Overview: Client Support Associate will drive between Scattered Site Bridge Housing sites to monitor the status of the hotels and guests and perform daily data entry regarding any maintenance needs or guest situations. They will provide program support and assist with security at low-threshold Scattered Site Bridge Housing units. They will assist the Supervisor in maintaining a positive, professional, and safe environment in the site, protecting against external and internal disruptions. Our Client Support Associates use problem-solving, empathy, and verbal de-escalation skills to maintain a safe and secure environment for guests. They will provide general support and customer service for bridge housing guests including coordinating check-in, conducting property checks, providing conflict resolution, communicating policies and procedures to internal and external constituents, and coordinating meetings. City Net’s programs follow Housing First and Harm Reduction service models.

Main Work Location: Will report daily to a main worksite and then be dispatched to various Scattered Site housing sites in the area.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

Requirements

• Effectively communicate to facility guests when services are scheduled, and assist Case Managers, Security, and Leadership in communicating necessary announcements to clients as needed.
• Replenish and organize supplies, light cleaning.
• Upbeat passion for ending homelessness
• Desire to make a difference in the lives of our most vulnerable neighbors during this time of uncertainty and beyond
• Flexible and dynamic
• High level of empathy and understanding for people experiencing homelessness and presenting with multiple and urgent case management needs, substance use, health, and/or mental health concerns
• High levels of responsibility, dependability, and positive attitude

Requirements

• Excellent professional boundaries
• Respectful and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, planning, and organization skills
• Ability to perform crisis intervention and conflict de-escalation as needed
• Understanding of the importance of quality and timely data collection and reporting
• Ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds with varying degrees of experience
• Understanding of marginalized communities in general and the conditions which contribute to their marginalization, understanding of homelessness in particular
• Basic computer proficiency including word processing and database management
• Ability to pass background checks successfully upon hire and throughout employment
• Will be required to drive a company vehicle. For insurance purposes, drivers must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid CA Drivers License, and must pass a Motor Vehicle Report

Summary

Our Organization: City Net is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community organization that is committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness in the communities we serve by connecting neighbors experiencing homelessness to transformative care and innovative housing solutions. Our objective is to reduce homelessness to functional zero in the regions we serve through collaborative supportive services, housing provision, and data-driven solutions that empower our clients to reach their personal goals.

Benefits: We believe in supporting our employees in all areas of life. That is why we offer top-tier benefits to our eligible employees, including but not limited to:

• Health insurance (Anthem HMO and PPO options. City Net pays 100% of the employee premium for our baseline plan)
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan (401k with employer matching contributions)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance (Employer paid group term life and voluntary life)
• Referral program
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Company Vehicles, iPhones, Laptops, and Tablets
• Career Pathing, Raises, Recognition & Rewards
• Early Earned Wage Access
• Credit Union Preferred Partnership

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging: Promoting a culture of diversity, equity, inclusivity, and belonging that embraces the contributions of all team members is important to City Net and our success. Our team is composed of individuals with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds. Note: We do not consider your name, or the names of your undergraduate and graduate schools from your resume. This process is aimed at opening all of our job opportunities to more candidates, reviewing applicants on performance assessments instead of resume proxies (e.g., where you went to school).

City Net’s programs follow Housing First and Harm Reduction service models.

NOTE: The City Net Outreach Line is intended for individuals experiencing homelessness. Please DO NOT contact the outreach line with questions regarding hiring or job applications. Intentionally doing so may disqualify you from the position. Instead, please reach out to

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