Human Investment Project, Inc. (HIP Housing) is seeking a Home Sharing Coordinator. The Home Sharing Coordinator has the primary responsibility to interview, screen, and assess the candidacy of clients for the Home Sharing Program, as well as referring potential housemates, placing clients in matches, and providing follow-up support. The Home Sharing Coordinator represents HIP Housing at outreach events in the County in collaboration with the Outreach specialist.

About Human Investment Project, Inc. (HIP Housing)

Human Investment Project, Inc. (HIP Housing) is a highly respected nonprofit agency offering innovative solutions to the San Mateo County affordable housing challenge. Founded in 1972, HIP Housing’s mission is to invest in human potential by improving the housing and lives of people in our community. They provide housing options to 1400 low-income people each year and benefit from exceptional staff, well-established programs, and financial stability. HIP Housing’s programs are nationally recognized and have been highlighted in Newsweek, USA Today, Metropolitan Home, and the Oprah Winfrey Show.

Responsibilities

Interview, process, and assess the candidacy of clients who have applied to the Home Sharing program
Maintain client information and applications in the Home Sharing database
Conduct in-person and/or virtual home visits as needed for interviews, place clients in home-sharing arrangements, facilitate Living Together Agreements, and conduct client mediation when necessary
Maintain a caseload of clients interested in living in or providing housing in the County
Provide home-sharing referrals, community resource information, and follow-up support to clients
Complete monthly and quarterly program data and outreach information for funding reports
Represent the organization at meetings, events, and funding hearings
Create and maintain networking relationships with service providers in the County to stay current on the services provided and to collaborate on housing and other resources for clients
Research and maintain a growing knowledge of socio and economic trends that impact the population served and share with HIP Housing staff

Required Skills/Abilities

Excellent writing, interviewing, and public speaking skills
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
Conflict resolution, flexibility, and good interpersonal skills
Ability to travel throughout San Mateo County and have a valid California Driver’s License and vehicle
Strong computer literacy skills. Demonstrated proficiency in using common business software such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or equivalent
Ability to manage workload effectively and efficiently meet set deadlines

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience in social service working with diverse populations
2+ years experience in a social services work environment
Bilingual in Spanish, Tagalog, or Chinese is strongly preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of available community resources and how they work