Housing Problem Solving Specialist
Quick answer
Compass Family Services is hiring an on-site, part-time Housing Problem Solving Specialist in San Francisco paying $27-$31 per hour to provide direct support and resource navigation to families experiencing housing crises.
- Role
- Housing Problem Solving Specialist
- Organization
- Compass Family Services
- Location
- 37 Grove St, San Francisco
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $27-31 per hour
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Compass Family Services is seeking a Housing Problem Solving Specialist to support families experiencing homelessness in San Francisco. The role involves assessing family needs, providing trauma-informed problem-solving support, and facilitating connections to housing and shelter resources. This position requires strong interpersonal skills to help clients navigate the city's Coordinated Entry System.
What you'll do
- Provide trauma-informed, strengths-based problem-solving support to families.
- Assess family eligibility for homelessness response systems and housing programs.
- Maintain accurate client records in Salesforce and the city-wide ONE System.
- Facilitate connections between families and identified housing opportunities.
- De-escalate volatile situations and advocate for stable housing solutions.
What it takes
- Relevant experience in social work or a related field.
- Experience working with families in crisis.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to effectively assess and de-escalate volatile situations.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Non-benefitted position except as required by law.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this is a fully on-site role located at 37 Grove St in San Francisco.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is $27-$31 per hour, depending on experience, education, and language skills.
What is the work schedule?
This is a part-time position requiring 20 hours per week during standard business hours (Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm).
How do I apply for this position?
You should apply through the organization's online application portal; phone calls are not accepted.
How to apply
Apply directly on Compass Family Services's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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