Housing Program Coordinator - 2025-26

Housing Program Coordinator

For one year, you can get paid to build sustainable solutions in a community, gain valuable hands-on experience and prepare for your future. This full-time AmeriCorps service position offers a great opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of others while building your own knowledge and skillset.

AmeriCorps National members serve the community in direct service and capacity building activities.

What will you do?

The Housing Program Support Coordinator - Intake Specialist is a first point of contact for homeownership and neighborhood focused programs. They interact with potential applicants to determine housing program eligibility, collecting and documenting application materials and preparing them for further review. They have a thorough understanding of housing program requirements and are a key person for potential homeowner outreach and recruitment. Coordinate existing programs to recruit homeowner applicants for traditional homeownership opportunities or for expanded housing products such rehab, repair or weather revitalization.

• Become familiar with general requirements for homeownership and neighborhood focused programs to be able to answer routine questions.
• Implement outreach strategies by attending community events sponsored by Habitat Chicago and with partner organizations.
• Coordinate existing programs to recruit homeowner applicants for traditional homeownership opportunities or for expanded housing products such as rehab, repair, or weatherization.
• Conduct information sessions and assist applicants throughout the process of completing program applications.
• Assist program staff in providing additional follow-up with program applicants and/or participants, coordinating phone calls and emails.

This position will focus on homeowner services aspects of Habitat affiliate operations.

Where will you serve?

• Organization name: Habitat for Humanity Chicago
• Nearest metropolitan area: Chicago, IL
• Full-time staff: 42
• Expected number of AmeriCorps members: 4
• Number of homes to be built: 12
• Activities and attractions: Chicago, IL is a city that dazzles with its culture, history, and energy. Home to world-class museums like the Art Institute and the Field Museum, it offers AmeriCorps members endless learning and exploration. The stunning lakefront boasts sandy beaches and breathtaking views, while historic sites tell the tale of its rich past. Sports fans cheer at Wrigley Field and the United Center, while food lovers indulge in diverse cuisine. Whether you're exploring the Museum of Science and Industry, savoring deep-dish pizza, or enjoying Shedd Aquarium's marine wonders, the city's spirit is undeniable.
• Unique projects: From very early on in their term of service our members are welcomed into our full team and given opportunities to grow and develop beyond just the tasks that their position requires. Members are given opportunities to meet with different teams throughout the organization and to learn more about areas they are curious about. We also hold regular meetings and training for our AmeriCorps members that include things like Life After AmeriCorps training, but also cover things like the stages of group formation that they may go through over the course of their year, background about why housing matters, especially in our community and other topics that our members express interest in.

When will you serve?

Start dates are flexible and based on this location's availability. Talk to the hiring manager for this position about start dates during your interview process. The start date will be 4-6 weeks from receiving an offer and no earlier than August 2025.

Benefits of AmeriCorps service

• Living allowance of $20,400 for approximately 10 months of service.
• Segal Education Award of $7,395, upon successful completion of service (lifetime maximum of two full education awards).
• Forbearance for most federally-guaranteed student loans.
• Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan.
• Personal and medical leave - approximately 10 days total.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• Child care benefits, if you qualify.
• Worker's compensation insurance.

Supplemental Benefits

• Housing stipend paid directly to your landlord ($700 per month)
• Grocery gift card ($250 per month)

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident at least 18 or older and have a high school diploma or GED.

What are we looking for?

Our ideal candidates:

• Are passionate about serving the community through direct service.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity of opinion, experience, and background.
• Desire to gain hands-on experience in the affordable housing and nonprofit sector.
• Have experience working on a team.
• Possess stellar interpersonal communication skills.
• Are motivated and committed to serve full time and in person.