LifeMoves · 10 hours ago
Employment Specialist
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expLifeMoves is the largest provider of housing and services for individuals experiencing homelessness in Silicon Valley. The Employment Specialist role involves supporting clients in achieving self-sufficiency through guidance on employment, benefits, and housing resources, while also assisting with daily operations and client engagement.
FamilyNon ProfitResidential
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain individualized case plans focused on housing, employment, benefits, and overall well-being based on client strengths and goals
Assist clients with housing searches, employment readiness, benefits enrollment, and skill-building activities such as budgeting and daily living
Connect clients to healthcare providers and community resources, coordinating appointments, scheduling, and transportation as needed
Maintain accurate and timely client documentation and track outcomes in HMIS and the agency’s client management system
Advocate for clients with partners, landlords, employers, and service agencies, providing mediation and conflict resolution as needed
Provide calm, trauma-informed crisis response while ensuring services align with ethical standards and agency values
Build and sustain partnerships with community organizations, public agencies, and system partners to support clients and improve resource access
Serve as a liaison between LifeMoves and community stakeholders, sharing information, coordinating services, and promoting trauma-informed care
Participate in weekly case conferences, monthly trainings, and regular supervision to strengthen professional skills
Complete all required trainings by deadlines, actively engage in sessions, and apply learning to daily work; pursue continuing education to grow expertise
Be available for occasional evening and weekend work as program needs require
Perform other duties as assigned to support program and organizational goals
Develop, track, and manage individualized housing, employment, and benefits plans, supporting clients and staff throughout the full process from search to placement
Facilitate workshops on job readiness, financial literacy, and housing stability; maintain professional development to stay current in housing, employment, and benefits expertise
Qualification
Required
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
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
Demonstrates empathy, professionalism, and respect for all individuals
Stays calm and supportive in stressful situations and uses de-escalation skills
Maintains clear documentation and organization
Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
Actively advocates for clients in accessing benefits, navigating systems, and ensuring equitable treatment across agencies
Able to identify and connect clients to housing, employment, health, and social services by leveraging community resources effectively
Uses strong analytical skills to research, track, and resolve client needs
Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations and service providers through communication and collaboration skills to strengthen client support networks
Confident leading group discussions or workshops that promote learning, collaboration, and empowerment
Specialized demonstrated knowledge in Employment Resources
Understands job duties and performs tasks with accuracy
Demonstrates a selfless commitment to others on the team, including activity-based dependability, self-improvement activities
Sets performance goals, establishes the approach, creates a learning environment
Manages workload effectively and meets deadlines
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
A valid [State] driver's license and reliable transportation are required
Must be able to travel throughout Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties as part of regular duties
Must maintain vehicle insurance as required by law and agency policy
Benefits
Competitive annual base salary
Opportunity to participate in the LifeMoves benefits package
Company
LifeMoves
Lifemoves is a non-profit organization that helps homeless families and individuals.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Aubrey Merriman (He/Him/His)
Chief Executive Officer
Marie Amoruso Jackson
CMO - Chief Marketing Officer
Recent News
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