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Abode

Housing Placement Specialist

Abode, San Leandro, California, United States, 94579

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Overview

Abode, one of the largest nonprofits working to end homelessness in the Bay Area, is seeking a

Unit Matcher

for our programs in Alameda County. The Unit Matcher connects participants to appropriate housing opportunities in the inventory database in a way that reflects participant needs and preferences. The role works closely with the program team to ensure opportunities reflect live-time information about participant preferences, geographic coverage, and program objectives. Responsibilities

Participate in meetings with program participants and their assigned Housing Navigators to identify housing opportunities in Abode’s inventory that best match participant needs and preferences. Support participants and their Housing Navigators by explaining how the housing placement process works and who will support them through it. In partnership with Housing Navigators, engage in reality-based coaching about housing opportunities and the types of units/neighborhoods/amenities likely to be available. Use reports to complete “matches” between participants and units, including: Assigning the unit to the participant so they are the only viewer at that time. Alerting the unit’s Housing Specialist to schedule a viewing. Updating participant and unit information to reflect decisions (e.g., when a unit will be viewed). Providing additional unit options if first or second options are not accepted. Follow up with Housing Specialists and Housing Navigators to ensure inventory updates (e.g., accepted units removed from inventory, rejected units returned). Ensure participants are connected to viable housing options and track the number of viable options per household to meet program requirements. Provide weekly reports to Housing Specialists and Managers regarding units available in the inventory. Collaborate with Real Estate and Housing Specialists to share information about units in greatest demand and ensure inventory aligns with participant needs, geographic coverage, and other requirements. Regular data entry in Salesforce and maintain file compliance with routine audits. Ensure compliance with regulatory agreements, contracts, and fair housing laws as they relate to housing. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. 1 year of experience in the housing field or social services. Must have use of a personal vehicle with valid California driver's license, current auto insurance, and a clean DMV record. Benefits

$28.00 - $30.80 per hour 19 PTO days & 12 Holidays per year 403(b) Retirement Savings Plans with Employer Match & Contribution Programs Professional Development Trainings and Opportunities, All Staff Events Dynamic, mission-driven culture and supportive leadership Notice : This description is to be used as a guide only. It does not constitute a contract, commitment or promise of any kind. Abode Services reserves the right to change, add, delete, upgrade, or downgrade the position as dictated by business necessity at any time with or without notice. Notice : Abode Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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