Direct Services Coordinator (DSC) - BHBH

Behavioral Health Bridge Housing (BHBH) Direct Services Coordinator (DSC)

Housing Matters partners with individuals and families to create pathways out of their homelessness into permanent housing. We are a leader in working to end homelessness – and we want you to be part of our team! We are looking for individuals eager to make a difference and willing to enthusiastically commit to join in our vision that homelessness in Santa Cruz County should be rare, brief, and non-recurring.

The Behavioral Health Bridge Housing is an interim housing site with 30 non-congregate units where individuals can stay temporarily and receive behavioral health and housing services. The primary role of the Behavioral Health Bridge Housing (BHBH) Direct Services Coordinator (DSC) is to actively support program activities and participants’ housing goals, and maintain a safe and clean environment for all shelter guests. Additionally, DSCs remain vigilant and available to handle all emergencies that may arise. 

Hours and Benefits:

• This Direct Services Coordinator role is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position. 
• Regularly scheduled shifts are: Monday & Thursday from 6:00 Am - 2:00 PM and Tuesday, Friday, Saturday from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM . May include holidays.

Benefits Summary:

• 6 Medical plans to choose from (100% employee coverage is available on select plans)
• Dental - 100% employee coverage
• Vision Insurance
• Life insurance (UNUM) - 100% employee coverage
• 403b Retirement Savings matched up to 3% dollar-for-dollar with no vesting period
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Travel Assistance
• PTO, 1 paid floating holiday, 9 paid holidays

Starting wages (Offer is dependent on Experience)

 $22.00 $22.66 $23.34 $24.04 $24.76 $25.50

Preferred Experience/ Education Requirements:

• Bilingual English and Spanish‐speaking preferred 
• Basic computer skills, including ability to answer emails and utilize basic google suite and Microsoft office platforms

Special Requirements:

Thorough knowledge of:

Typical Job Duties:

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Housing Matters without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer-related and genetic characteristics), marital status, sexual orientation, age (over 18), veteran status, gender, pregnancy, or any other non-merit factor unrelated to job duties. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the following: recruitment; advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training (including apprenticeship), employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer.