Housing Specialist

Position Summary

The Housing Specialist plays a critical role in supporting Transition Age Youth (TAY) by securing and maintaining safe, stable housing placements within the community. This position coordinates housing logistics, landlord relationships, financial tracking, and compliance requirements to ensure participants have safe and well-maintained living environments as they work toward independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, secure, and maintain safe and appropriate housing options for program participants.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with landlords, property managers, and vendors.
• Cook all move-in and move-out processes, including lease education, furnishing, utilities setup, and inspections.
• Track unit vacancies and lease renewals to ensure timely occupancy.
• Support rent payments, housing-related financial tracking, stipends, and share-of-cost processes.
• Educate participants on apartment care and shared living expectations.
• Cook coordinate maintenance requests and unit readiness.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with HIPAA, licensing, and agency standards.
• Stay current on tenant rights, ADA requirements, and relevant housing regulations.
• Participate in supervision, meetings, and trainings.

Qualifications

• Education & Work Experience: Associate degree in Business Administration or related field OR (2) years of relevant professional office experience involving financial transactions, petty cash, fund disbursement, and data entry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook and Excel required).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Licenses & Certifications: Must meet Community Care Licensing employment requirements (fingerprint clearance, Child Abuse Index clearance, TB screening).
• Valid California Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record.