Project Coordinator, Vehicle Encampment Resolution Project

40-hour-per-week position with benefits. The Encampment Resolution Project will work to resolve 21 vehicle encampments county-wide. The Project Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating this effort and will report to the Encampment Resolution Project Manager, the Safe Parking Project Director, and the Homeless Services Director. The goal of the project is to house 150-300 individuals residing in these encampments. The position is based out of our Santa Barbara office.

Responsibilities and tasks primarily include:
• assisting with overall project coordination.
• coordination of daily project, field, and encampment operations.
• grant coordination.
• case coordination and encampment services.
• Fulcrum and HMIS compliance.

Project coordination responsibilities include:
• coordinating project staff activities.
• assisting with maintaining project and grant compliance.
• data tracking.
• reporting and administration.
• training and provision of information to other communities.
• serving as a conduit between our agency staff and the county-wide community in general.

General project operations duties include:
• attendance and coordination of internal and external meetings.
• preparation and submission of all paperwork and necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner to the appropriate parties.
• track all data, outreach, and financial assistance.
• collaboration with other community agencies.
• provision of project information to other communities.
• participation in the CoC’s Coordinated Entry System (CES).
• provide updates to the Homeless Services Director and Executive Director as needed.

Additionally, the Project Coordinator occasionally assumes case coordination responsibilities, working with clients who are homeless and need to secure traditional, permanent housing. Case coordination tasks include helping homeless individuals and families living in their vehicles or unsheltered on the streets to secure housing and look for available housing/rental units, coordinating housing with landlords, connecting clients with community resources and government and health benefits, establishing and maintaining ongoing relationships with landlords and clients after housing, and developing case plans with clients in order to help them stabilize and resume healthy functioning. The majority of case coordination activities are limited to administrative coordination for project staff and to stepping in as needed for more urgent or sensitive client needs and situations.

The ideal candidate is administratively oriented and has experience working in a social service setting, including providing project coordination activities for the homeless population. He/she should embrace the Housing First approach to helping homeless individuals and families stabilize and return to permanent and traditional housing. Experience with Fulcrum and HMIS, and/or a solid demonstrated ability to use complex software and Microsoft Excel for data collection and reporting, is required.

The position requires the Project Coordinator to be an empathetic, compassionate listener with solid boundaries and the ability to coordinate and organize the activities of a robust, busy encampment resolution and rapid rehousing project. The Project Coordinator must have demonstrated ability to multitask, coordinate community-wide activities, collaborate with partner agencies, and implement grant/project activities. The position requires initiative, resourcefulness, significant attention to detail, the ability to manage time effectively, self-direction, and the ability to work autonomously.

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Must have own working transportation with liability insurance to conduct job-related travel.

Must satisfactorily pass the company’s background, DMV, and reference check.

Must meet the insurance carrier’s requirements for approval to drive.

Bilingual a plus but not required.

Work hours are Monday - Friday, 9-5, although there will be some nighttime and weekend hours on occasion to attend community events and/or manage off-hour client crises.

Starting salary range is $29.00 - $32.00 per hour (DOE). Position begins asap. This is not a remote position.
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Application Process:

Send resume, cover letter and a list of three professional references to hr@sbnbcc.org. If we feel you are a good match for the position, you will be contacted to schedule an interview.
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Benefits:

We believe our team does its best work when it feels supported—both inside and outside of work. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that takes care of your health, your future, and your peace of mind:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy
• Employee-sponsored AFLAC supplemental plans for added financial protection when you need it most
• Employer 403(b) contributions and matching to help you build a strong financial future
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support and resources for life’s challenges
• Generous paid time off to rest, recharge, and focus on what matters most

Join a team that values balance, growth, and well-being—because when you thrive, we all succeed.
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Additional Information:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ancestry; national origin; religion/creed; sex/sexual orientation; gender; gender identity/expression, transition; political affiliation or beliefs; disability, medical condition, generic information, marital status; military/veteran status; pregnancy and conditions related thereto.; or any other characteristic protected by law (as defined by the California Fair Employment and Housing Act -- Government Code Section 12900-12996), except where such discrimination is based on a bona fide occupational qualification.