Life School Alumni Success Advisor

Seed House Project•Los Angeles, CA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Seed House Project (SHP) supports unhoused, system-impacted young people in building stability, life skills, healing, community, and independence. The Life School Alumni Success Advisor is the primary point of contact for SHP alumni after graduation and helps ensure they have continued support as they transition to independent life. Working closely with the Dean of Life School Programs and case managers, the advisor supports housing stability, alumni connection, access to SHP services, and responsible stewardship of the Alumni Emergency Fund. This is a part-time, non-exempt position working 20–24 hours per week. The work location is hybrid: two days per week onsite, split between SHP’s Northridge and Beverly Glen locations as program needs require, with the remaining days remote. The role reports to the Dean of Life School Programs. Pay is $25.00–$28.00 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, psychology, or a related field, or equivalent lived and professional experience.
At least 2 years working with transition-age youth, system-impacted young adults, or people experiencing housing instability.
Working knowledge of Los Angeles housing resources.
Strong organization and record-keeping skills, including experience handling funds or financial documentation.
Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

Housing navigation or case management experience.
Training in trauma-informed care, Healing Centered Engagement, or Motivational Interviewing.
Lived experience in foster care, the justice system, or housing instability.

Responsibilities

Begin housing planning with members 3–6 months before graduation.
Identify and maintain a current list of housing options, including roommate matches, affordable and shared housing, THP-Plus and other transition-age youth programs, and subsidized housing.
Support members with housing applications, documents, viewings, leases, and tenant rights, and follow up after move-in to support stability.
Build relationships with landlords, property managers, and housing providers to expand youth-friendly housing options.
Plan, host, and lead one alumni gathering each month, managing logistics, budget, outreach, and attendance tracking, and inviting alumni to help shape and co-lead gatherings.
Maintain at least monthly check-ins with each alumnus by phone, text, or in person.
Connect alumni with SHP’s therapy team, Financial Coach, and Life Coach based on their needs, and coordinate referrals and scheduling.
Serve as the first point of contact for alumni emergency funding requests, including requests for rent shortfalls, utilities, transportation, and urgent needs.
Ensure emergency fund requests follow SHP’s protocol, including a completed request form, required documentation, and confirmation of eligibility.
Verify that alumni meet aftercare requirements, such as active engagement, participation in gatherings or coaching sessions, and having a plan with the Financial Coach.
Communicate funding decisions clearly and respectfully, including when requests do not qualify, and help alumni identify next steps.
Prepare recommendations for approval, process approved payments (directly to landlords or vendors whenever possible), maintain accurate disbursement records, and report fund balance and usage monthly.
Track alumni engagement, goals, and service use in SHP’s records system, maintaining accurate and confidential information.
Prepare monthly aftercare reports for the Dean of Life School Programs and support grant reporting.
Refer alumni to outside employment, education, health, and legal resources when their needs go beyond SHP’s services.
Contribute to continuous improvement of Aftercare policies, protocols, and programming.
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and SHP events as needed.
Represent SHP warmly and professionally with partners, landlords, and the community.