The Housing Navigator Specialist is a Part-time position, working 20 hours per week. The Housing Specialist provides direct assistance with connections and facilitation of employment, educational, and housing services to homeless and runaway youth ages 18 to 24 admitted into the Latin American Youth Center Drop-In Center. The Career, Education, and Housing Specialist is responsible for the provision of educational, vocational, and employment guidance and services for the participants of the LAYC Drop-In Center. Once the youth is ready to exit the program, the Housing, Career, and Education Specialist provides direct assistance to develop permanent housing and exit plans. Upon exit, clients have adequate skills and resources to sustain permanent housing and careers. JOIN US AND SUPPORT YOUTH TO LIVE, WORK, AND STUDY WITH DIGNITY, HOPE, AND JOY! Latin American Youth Center’s (LAYC) mission is to empower youth to achieve a successful transition to adulthood, through comprehensive and innovative programs that address youths’ social, academic, and career needs. To achieve this mission, LAYC provides services and opportunities to approximately 4,000 individuals annually to support academic achievement, promote healthy behavior, and guide youth towards successful adulthood. We believe in a future where all youth pursue their dreams, reach their goals and acquire the skills and self-confidence to live a life of purpose, connection, contribution and joy.