About the Role
The Rental Subsidy Organizer works with Chinatown SRO families to help them access information, services, and safe housing through rental subsidy and housing voucher programs. This role provides administrative assistance, guidance through the application process, housing search support, and organizes families to advocate for these programs.
Responsibilities
- Create curriculum and conduct educational workshops and outreach to families about rental subsidy and housing voucher programs.
- Coordinate communication between families, the collaborative, the rental subsidy program, the SF Housing Authority, and property owners/management.
- Provide administrative support and case management to families throughout the application process.
- Organize families and advocate for the extension and expansion of rental subsidy and housing voucher programs.
- Support families in applying for DAHLIA BMR units and assist selected families with applications and move-in requirements.
- Maintain and track records of families' affordable housing applications through DAHLIA.
- Produce and maintain records of communication with various departments, agencies, and stakeholders.
- Maintain adequate records of funds utilized by families throughout the programs.
- Conduct outreach and education efforts, including disseminating subsidized housing information and opportunities.
- Develop and coordinate outreach and communication workplans and materials with supervisors and collaborative staff.
- Assist families throughout the application process, including assessments, form filling, and communication with administrators.
- Guide families through the rental subsidy and Housing Authority certification process, including housing search, building tours, unit inspections, and move-in assistance.
- Assist with the creation and use of forms in the SRO Families Case Management system.
- Achieve and document housing retention case management activities through check-ins and referrals.
- Organize families to participate in decision-making processes related to rental subsidies and housing voucher programs.
- Participate in check-ins, team meetings, and training on rental subsidy and housing voucher programs.
- Contribute to a safe and pleasant work environment.
- Follow policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
- Maintain confidentiality of resident information.
- Maintain professional boundaries with residents.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Commitment and desire to work with low-income, immigrant families from diverse backgrounds and empower them.
- Sensitivity and utmost confidentiality regarding family information and housing counseling cases.
- Strong critical thinking skills.
- Strong skills in planning, scheduling, and organizing events, tours, and meetings.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team structure.
- Ability to learn basic word processing and computer skills in Spanish or Chinese.
- Ability to represent SRO Families United Collaborative and Chinatown CDC professionally.
- Ability to work flexible hours.
- Ability to speak fluently in English.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel Spreadsheet, Google Sheets, Google Forms.
Skills
- Spanish language proficiency (reading, writing, fluent speaking) or Chinese language proficiency (reading, writing, fluent Cantonese speaking).
- Microsoft Word
- Excel Spreadsheet
- Google Sheets
- Google Forms
- Basic word processing and computer skills
Location
- Chinatown neighborhood, San Francisco
Work Type
- Full-time
- Temporary
Experience Level
- Temporary (anticipated through 2031)
Education Level
- High school degree or GED (Preferred)
Salary/Compensations
- $29.00 - $31.00 per hour
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits
About the Company
- A private non-profit founded in 1977, Chinatown Community Development Center believes in a comprehensive vision of community.
- Owns and/or manages approximately 36 affordable housing buildings serving over 4,500 low-income seniors, single adults, formerly homeless adults, and families.
- Develops housing, develops grassroots leadership, and engages low-income residents and youth.
- Employees are passionate about the mission, thrive in a family organizational culture, and embody values of empowerment, teamwork, and compassion.
- Serves a diverse population and is committed to hiring practices that provide culturally competent services.
Equal Opportunity
- Encourage people of color to apply.
