Program Assistant, Adult Housing Services
Company: San Diego LGBT Community Center
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description WELCOME TO YOUR CENTER!
Established as a community non-profit in 1972, The Center provides
targeted programs and services to the full diversity of the San
Diego LGBTQ community. The mission of The Center is to enhance and
sustain the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual,
queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities for
the betterment of our entire San Diego region. Our vision is to
create a Center and Center culture where every person feels and
knows that they are welcomed, valued, and supported. As the beacon
for our regional LGBTQ community, we actively recommit to being a
more vibrant, bold, innovative, safe, and modern center each day
than the day before. The Center is sex-positive and provides
advocacy and critical health and social support services to support
our community members through all stages of life, focusing on our
deeply held values of equity, social justice, and client-centered,
trauma-informed care. The Center currently has over 75 staff
working at five facilities across San Diego County. POSITION
SUMMARY Reporting to the Manger of Adult Housing Services, the
Program Assistant provides support and assistance to the Adult
Housing Services Team. The Program Assistant works collaboratively
with the Adult Housing Services Team and provides resources to
program participants who may be experiencing homelessness and/or
housing instability, provides administrative support and assists
with all programs related administrative tasks. The Program
Assistant is expected to be punctual with timely and regular
attendance. PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Client Support:
Serves as the first point of contact for program participants to
provide general program information and linkages to other members
of the Adult Housing Service Team. Answers phone calls and responds
in a warm and responsive manner, offering support to persons
inquiring about services. Record Management and Reporting:
Maintains accurate documentation of client's needs, plans, and
service points. Assists with data entry into the region's Homeless
Management Information System (HMIS) and Apricot 360 Case
Management software to adhere to grant and contract compliance
requirements. Assists in the completion of monthly reports for
funder reports as needed. Administrative Tasks: Assists with
scheduling and planning team meetings. Schedule room reservations.
Performs other clerical duties as needed and assists with special
projects. Other Responsibilities: Duties needed to help drive to
our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization's
values. Required Qualifications: Education and/or Experience: 1
year of experience providing administrative support and client
support to human services programs. Language Skills: Fluency in
English required. Computer/Office Equipment Skills: Must be
comfortable working in PC/Windows-based environments. Must have
strong proficiency with Microsoft Office. Other Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks with shifting
priorities. Must demonstrate competence in working with diverse
populations. Those with lived experience as a member of a
historically under-served community (i.e., low-income, communities
of color, LGBTQ communities, immigrant communities, etc.) are
strongly encouraged to apply. Must demonstrate competence in using
strength-based, trauma-informed, and Motivational Interviewing
Techniques. Punctual, reliable transportation, a valid driver's
license, and auto insurance. preferred QUALIFICATIONS: Education:
Bachelor's degree in a human service-related field. Language:
Fluency in Spanish. Experience: 2 or more years of experience
providing administrative support and client support to human
services programs.1 year or more of experience working for a
program that serves people living with mental illness, substance
abuse disorders, and/or people experiencing homelessness. Other
Qualifications: Knowledgeable about current issues related to the
LGBTQIA community, trauma-informed care, and barriers to housing.
WORK LOCATION: On-site, in the office, with occasional work outside
of the office in the community. Office in the Hillcrest
Neighborhood in the City of San Diego. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Compensation : The pay range for this position is $23.00/hour and
is commensurate with experience. This is a Full-Time, Regular
Non-Exemp t position. Benefits : The CENTER offers a robust
benefits package, inclusive of Competitive Pay Scales, 401(k)
Retirement Plan (with company match), Full Medical, Dental, Vision,
and Chiropractic Health Coverage, Out-of-Pocket Optional Coverage
for Spouses, Domestic Partners, and Dependent Children, Group Term
Life Insurance, Full-time and Part-Time Schedules, Generous
Vacation and Holiday Benefits, Professional Training & Development
Experiences, Opportunities for Promotion & Advancement Please
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you believe you possess the heart and skills for any of these (or
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Instructions for how to apply are included in each job
announcement. We regret that we are unable to accept telephone
inquiries. Equal Opportunity Employer The San Diego LGBTQ Community
Center is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age,
ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the
right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression,
gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical
condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political
affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy,
childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and
sexual orientation. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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