Youth Housing Specialist
Aspiranet, Redlands, CA, United States
Youth Housing Specialist
Location: Redlands, CA (On‑Site). Schedule: Full‑Time, Non‑Exempt.
Pay Range: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour (typical range for Southern California).
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 well‑maintained living environments as they work toward independence.
Make a Meaningful Impact As a Housing Specialist for Aspiranet, you will join a vibrant team that bridges foster care and independence for vulnerable young adults. You’ll manage housing for up to thirty youths, demonstrating the power of community support and influencing the direction of their lives.
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.
Coordinate 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 and housing‑related financial tracking, stipends, and share‑of‑cost processes.
Educate participants on apartment care and shared living expectations.
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.
Education & Work Experience
Associate degree in Business Administration or related field, or two years of 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.
Work Environment & Schedule Typically operates in a standard office environment. Noise level is generally quiet and remains within OSHA’s safety levels. The role may require occasional outside travel for tenant visits and landlord meetings.
Physical Demands Applicants should be able to perform the essential functions of the job, which may include lifting up to 25 lbs, standing and walking for extended periods, and operating a computer for several hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made under the ADA.
Benefits
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
Flexible paid time off: 11 paid holidays, 10 vacation days, 10 sick leave days, two diversity days, and paid birthday time off.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 crisis line and up to 6 counseling sessions per issue.
Access to free Aspiranet Employee Perks Program (discounts on entertainment, travel, wellness, pet care, gym memberships, theme parks, etc.).
Training opportunities to support ongoing development and career aspirations.
Collaborate in a supportive, inclusive, and mission‑aligned culture.
Opportunity to lead meaningful initiatives that support employee wellbeing.
Equal Employment Opportunity Aspiranet is an equal‑opportunity employer that recognizes the value of diversity. We believe a diverse workforce within a culture of inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) increases creativity, innovation, problem‑solving, and teamwork for the youth and families that we serve and for the organization as a whole. Aspiranet strives to provide a welcoming workplace inclusive of differing worldviews, cultures, and lived experiences.
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Pay Range: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour (typical range for Southern California).
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 well‑maintained living environments as they work toward independence.
Make a Meaningful Impact As a Housing Specialist for Aspiranet, you will join a vibrant team that bridges foster care and independence for vulnerable young adults. You’ll manage housing for up to thirty youths, demonstrating the power of community support and influencing the direction of their lives.
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.
Coordinate 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 and housing‑related financial tracking, stipends, and share‑of‑cost processes.
Educate participants on apartment care and shared living expectations.
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.
Education & Work Experience
Associate degree in Business Administration or related field, or two years of 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.
Work Environment & Schedule Typically operates in a standard office environment. Noise level is generally quiet and remains within OSHA’s safety levels. The role may require occasional outside travel for tenant visits and landlord meetings.
Physical Demands Applicants should be able to perform the essential functions of the job, which may include lifting up to 25 lbs, standing and walking for extended periods, and operating a computer for several hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made under the ADA.
Benefits
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
Flexible paid time off: 11 paid holidays, 10 vacation days, 10 sick leave days, two diversity days, and paid birthday time off.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 crisis line and up to 6 counseling sessions per issue.
Access to free Aspiranet Employee Perks Program (discounts on entertainment, travel, wellness, pet care, gym memberships, theme parks, etc.).
Training opportunities to support ongoing development and career aspirations.
Collaborate in a supportive, inclusive, and mission‑aligned culture.
Opportunity to lead meaningful initiatives that support employee wellbeing.
Equal Employment Opportunity Aspiranet is an equal‑opportunity employer that recognizes the value of diversity. We believe a diverse workforce within a culture of inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) increases creativity, innovation, problem‑solving, and teamwork for the youth and families that we serve and for the organization as a whole. Aspiranet strives to provide a welcoming workplace inclusive of differing worldviews, cultures, and lived experiences.
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