Supportive Housing & Health Services (SHHS) Administrative Specialist
Location: Sacramento, CA 95827 • Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
LifeSTEPS is seeking a highly organized, mission-driven Administrative Specialist to support our Director of Supportive Housing & Health Services and help drive the success of key programs, including CalAIM, North & South SHHS, and FSS. This role is critical in ensuring smooth operations, contract compliance, and strategic alignment across the SHHS department.
What We ValueLifeSTEPS is rooted in integrity, innovation, empowerment, respect, and personal growth. We seek individuals who embody these values and contribute to a positive, service-oriented culture.
Position OverviewThe SHHS Project Manager leads department-wide projects, oversees systems and process improvements, supports compliance functions, and provides essential operational and administrative support. This role requires strong project management skills, impeccable organization, and the ability to coordinate across multiple teams and priorities. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is committed to advancing quality supportive housing and health services.
Key ResponsibilitiesProject Management
- Lead and track SHHS projects, timelines, deliverables, and performance outcomes
- Maintain project documentation and coordinate communication among team members
- Support problem-solving, resource management, and risk mitigation across programs
- Ensure SHHS initiatives align with organizational goals and contract requirements
Research & Development
- Research best practices, innovations, and legislative trends in supportive housing and services
- Support development of policies, procedures, and program strategies
- Prepare accurate statistical and narrative reports for internal and external stakeholders
Administrative & Operations Support
- Provide high-level administrative support to SHHS leadership
- Prepare presentations, reports, and program documents
- Maintain departmental calendars, forms, organizational charts, and records
- Assist with recruitment, hiring coordination, and new hire processes
Compliance & Monitoring
- Support contract compliance for county and state-funded SHHS programs
- Participate in audits, monitoring visits, and ongoing quality assurance
- Oversee file reviews, documentation standards, and staff training tracking
- Manage client satisfaction and quality-of-life surveys, reporting, and data analysis
- Bachelor’s degree required; preferred in Social Work, MFT, Psychology, or related mental health field
- Strong proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Experience with database entry and reporting
- Demonstrated ability to produce accurate written reports
- Exceptional organizational, communication, and project coordination skills
Life Skills Training and Educational Programs, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for our diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree required; preferred in Social Work, MFT, Psychology, or related mental health field
- Strong proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Experience with database entry and reporting
- Demonstrated ability to produce accurate written reports
- Exceptional organizational, communication, and project coordination skills
What We Do
LifeSTEPS' mission is to provide effective educational and supportive services to maximize the strengths of individuals and build resilient communities, offering social services to residents of affordable housing communities.
