Program Site Coordinator, Chicago HOPES for Kids - Chicago, IL

 

Details

Job Type:Part Time

Start Date:January 13, 2025

Application Deadline:January 3, 2025

Education:High School Diploma Required

Experience Level:Entry level

Compensation:USD $23 - $25 / hour

$23 per hour starting; $25 per hour starting for Bilingual/Spanish Speaking

Areas of Focus:Children & Youth, Education, Housing & Homelessness, Poverty, Volunteering

Description

Chicago HOPES for Kids provides educational programming for children living in homeless shelters throughout Chicago. It is our mission to provide learners with the resources and encouragement needed to succeed academically, despite the many challenges of homelessness. We are currently seeking applicants to our Site Coordinator role for the Spring Semester 2024 Chicago HOPES for Kids K-5, and 6-9th grade programs.

The Ready Readers (K-5) Site Coordinator position is a unique opportunity for anyone with experience in education, social work or community development looking for a meaningful opportunity to work directly with learners. The Site Coordinator serves as a liaison between Chicago HOPES for Kids and the shelter site, and is responsible for fostering an environment where learners can connect and grow. In response to COVID-19, health and safety precautions are taken to keep all parties as safe as healthy as possible.

This is a part-time position which requires a time commitment of 12-15 hours per week while program is in session. Site Coordinators are expected to be on site during each program day, Monday-Thursday. The daily program time commitment is a three hour block between 2 pm - 8 pm, depending on the site. The 90-minute program takes place within this block.

The Literacy Leaders (6th-9th) Site Coordinator position is a unique opportunity for anyone with experience in education, social work or community development looking for a meaningful opportunity to work directly with learners. The Site Coordinator serves as a liaison between Chicago HOPES for Kids and 1-2 community partner sites (two days designated for each site) and is responsible for creating an environment where volunteers and learners can connect and grow. In response to COVID-19, health and safety precautions are taken to keep all parties as safe as healthy as possible.

This is a part-time position which requires a time commitment of 8-15 hours per week while the program is in session. Site Coordinators are expected to be on site twice weekly per site, either Mondays/Wednesdays or Tuesdays/Thursdays. The daily program time commitment is a three hour block occurring between 2 pm - 8 pm, depending on the site. The 120-minute program takes place within this block.

• * We are specifically hiring Site Coordinators for to work in neighborhoods on the South and West Sides, and we are especially looking for English/Spanish Bilingual applicants to be able to grow our bilingual programs**

Site Coordinators are required to attend training sessions before the start of each program semester (September - December, January - May, June - August), and are also expected to attend regular meetings on Friday mornings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in education, social work, or related field preferred, or High School Diploma/GED equivalent with at least 3 years of relevant work experience
• Experience working closely with elementary school-aged children (Kindergarten to 8th Grade)
• Experience working with children who have experienced trauma and/or homelessness preferred
• Experience coordinating programming for children preferred
• Familiarity with Zoom and Google Suite products (Gmail, Google Classroom, Google Meet, etc.)
• Fluency in Spanish is recommended but not required!

Main Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and facilitate afternoon literacy and enrichment programming for K-5th or 6th-9th learners at a designated program site
• Lead a team of volunteers by delegating tasks, communicating consistently with volunteers, supporting volunteer appreciation efforts, and facilitating volunteer connections with learners
• Promote and model positive behavior norms
• Deliver program curriculum and collaborate with external enrichment partners for the purpose of a safe, enjoyable, and educational experience for all participants
• Facilitate communication between Chicago HOPES for Kids and shelter staff, parents and other stakeholders
• Facilitate literacy assessments and surveys
• Maintain consistent documentation of program activity, including daily reports, student reading logs, volunteer and student attendance
• Distribute and collect enrollment forms, surveys, and other documents as directed by the Program Manager
• Attend and participate in online Friday morning meetings and workshops
• Uphold safety procedures and adhere to public health guidelines
• Other duties related to program operations as required (eg distributing donations, organizing site library, conducting inventory)

** Level of Language Proficiency

Bilingual/Spanish-speaking preferred

Learn more/APPLY here!

Director of Development, Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County - Hybrid (Hillside, IL)

 

Details

Job Type:Full Time

Education:4-Year Degree Required

Experience Level:Director

Salary:USD $100,000 - $110,000 / year

Areas of Focus:Housing & Homelessness, Poverty

Description

Do you have experience in securing major gifts and growing a development department?

We are currently in search of a Development Director to join the Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County. This is a Full-Time, Hybrid position based in Hillside, IL with an anticipated salary of $100,000- $110,000.

ORGANIZATION: Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County

LOCATION: Hillside, IL (Hybrid)

POSITION TITLE: Development Director

SCHEDULE: Full-Time

DURATION: Permanent role

SALARY: $100,000- $110,000

Is This Your Dream Job? The Development Director is a newly created position that will manage all aspects of development, including external communications strategy, grant management and reporting, donor relations and prospecting, and special events. This position will work closely with the Executive Team and the Resource Development Committee of the Board of Directors to develop, implement, and assess the organization’s development strategy.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• 5+ years experience in fundraising with demonstrated success in securing major gifts
• Background in Housing/Homelessness Advocacy
• Excellent Organization and Communication Skills
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
• CFRE Certification-Preferred

How You Will Spend Your Day:

• Develop and execute an annual fundraising plan that will maintain and grow revenue from foundations, individuals, and corporations. Set annual revenue projections and conduct regular reforecasts.
• Collaborate with leadership, Board of Directors, and/or other stakeholders to develop a public communications strategy and guidelines for the organization. This includes external, public-facing communications through Alliance website, social media, press releases, in-person events, and/or other online and print platforms.
• Research and identify prospective institutional and individual donors, and actively foster relationships.
• Manage the Alliance’s grant portfolio, inclusive of submission of high-quality and timely applications and reports.
• Cultivate, steward, and deepen the commitment of donors by building relationships and proactively communicating the Alliance’s impact.
• Prepare high-quality appeals for individual giving, special events, and corporate sponsorships.
• Establish systems and processes for donor tracking and grant management. Ensure the donor tracking and grant management database is maintained accurately.
• Track performance goals and communicate progress regularly to senior leadership and the Board. Leverage data to evaluate and improve fundraising efforts.
• Manage the full lifecycle of the donor experience, from gift entry and acknowledgment letters to reporting.
• Supervise direct reports and provide clear objectives and oversight to assure objectives are being met; help to coordinate volunteers and/or interns for interim assignments as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Learn more/APPLY here!

Traditional AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leader (Sumer 2025) - Multiple Locations

 

SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leaders
Program
Traditional AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leader - Summer 2025
Program Start/End Date
06/10/2025  -   05/15/2026
Work Schedule	Full Time
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None

Accepting Applications
From  11/01/2024  To  02/28/2025
Contact	Gary Crosson
250 E Street SW
Washington   DC   20525
800-942-2677
ANCCC@AmeriCorps.Gov
AmeriCorps.gov/NCCC

AmeriCorps NCCC (the National Civilian Community Corps) provides you with valuable life experience and skill development while you lead a team of 18-26 year olds, earn money for college, travel the U.S., and help communities! The mission of AmeriCorps NCCC is to strengthen communities and develop leaders through team-based national and community service. Training for our Summer 2025 Traditional Corps will be held out our Southern Region campus. Here is what you can expect during your service: - Serve full-time for 11 months (1 month leadership training, 10 months leading a team) - Lead a team of 8-12 young adults -Deploy to 4-6 projects across the country (transportation provided) Next steps: - Complete an application by clicking the “Apply Now!” button below. Be sure to have ready the following information: a brief statement outlining your motivation for serving, your work/service experience, 2 professional references, and essays describing your leadership experience and what you will bring to the program. Completed References need to be submitted by 3/5. - Once you complete an application, make sure to submit it! To do this, access THIS LISTING once more (we recommend bookmarking it in your browser now) and click the “Apply Now!” button. - After your complete these steps, you should hear back about your application within 1-3 weeks. If not, please email us at ANCCC@AmeriCorps.gov.

Member Duties:  You will lead a team through direct, hands-on service in the areas of natural and other disasters, infrastructure improvement, environmental stewardship and conservation, energy conservation, and urban and rural development. Your team could be doing anything from building a house to running a youth summer program, so adaptability is key! As a Team Leader, you will be crucial to your team’s success. You’ll be responsible for directing, motivating, and mentoring, a diverse team of young people. Partner organizations and NCCC staff will look to you for coordination of project logistics. Gain invaluable supervisory experience, challenge yourself, and build lasting connections.

FEMA Corps AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leader (Summer 2025)

 

SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leaders
Program
FEMA Corps AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leader - Summer 2025
Program Start/End Date
06/10/2025  -   05/15/2026
Work Schedule	Full Time
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations	PUERTO RICO ,  MINNESOTA ,  SOUTH CAROLINA ,  CONNECTICUT ,  ILLINOIS ,  KENTUCKY ,  MAINE ,  ALASKA ,  WISCONSIN ,  HAWAII ,  NORTH DAKOTA ,  ARIZONA ,  VIRGIN ISLANDS ,  NORTH CAROLINA ,  RHODE ISLAND ,  CALIFORNIA ,  MISSOURI ,  OHIO ,  OREGON ,  NEW MEXICO ,  PENNSYLVANIA ,  MASSACHUSETTS ,  NEW HAMPSHIRE ,  WASHINGTON ,  MICHIGAN ,  TENNESSEE ,  NEBRASKA ,  VIRGINIA ,  IOWA ,  COLORADO ,  NEW YORK ,  SOUTH DAKOTA ,  GEORGIA ,  MISSISSIPPI ,  LOUISIANA ,  NEVADA ,  DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ,  AMERICAN SAMOA ,  WEST VIRGINIA ,  MARYLAND ,  ALABAMA ,  OKLAHOMA ,  IDAHO ,  GUAM ,  UTAH ,  DELAWARE ,  NEW JERSEY ,  MONTANA ,  SAIPAN ,  WYOMING ,  INDIANA ,  VERMONT ,  ARKANSAS ,  FLORIDA ,  TEXAS ,  KANSAS
Languages	English
Accepting Applications
From  10/01/2024  To  01/31/2025
Contact	Gary Crosson
250 E St SW
Washington   DC   20525
8009422677
ANCCC@AmeriCorps.gov
AmeriCorps.gov/nccc Member Duties : You will lead a team through administrative service in the areas of logistics, community relations, individual and public assistance, planning, preparedness, and recovery activities. Your team could be conducting data entry, mapping disaster evacuation routes, or helping sign up survivors for assistance, so adaptability is key! As a Team Leader, you will be crucial to your team’s success. You’ll be responsible for directing, motivating, and mentoring a diverse team of young people. FEMA and NCCC staff will look to you for coordination of project logistics. Gain invaluable supervisory experience, challenge yourself, and get a foot in the door to work for the federal government.   Program Benefits : Health Coverage ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Stipend ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Training ,  Housing ,  Living Allowance ,  Childcare assistance if eligible .    Terms : Uniforms provided and required ,  Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time .    Service Areas : Housing ,  Homelessness ,  Environment ,  Hurricane Katrina ,  Education ,  Health ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Disaster Relief ,  Community Outreach .    Skills : General Skills ,  Public Speaking ,  Communications ,  Disaster Services ,  Conflict Resolution ,  Leadership ,  Community Organization ,  Writing/Editing .  Original Posting

Traditional AmeriCorps NCCC (Winter 2025)

 

SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps NCCC
Program
Traditional AmeriCorps NCCC - Winter 2025
Program Start/End Date
02/11/2025  -   11/19/2025
Work Schedule	Full Time
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  26
Program Locations	NEBRASKA ,  NORTH DAKOTA ,  VERMONT ,  WISCONSIN ,  PENNSYLVANIA ,  MICHIGAN ,  MINNESOTA ,  INDIANA ,  NEW YORK ,  SOUTH DAKOTA ,  NEW HAMPSHIRE ,  MAINE ,  OHIO ,  ILLINOIS ,  IOWA
Languages	English
Accepting Applications
From  07/01/2024  To  10/31/2024
Contact	Gary Crosson
250 E Street SW
Washington   DC   20525
800-942-2677
ANCCC@AmeriCorps.gov
https://americorps.gov/serve/americorps/americorps-nccc/traditional-corps Member Duties : You will perform direct, hands-on service in the areas of natural and other disasters, infrastructure improvement, environmental stewardship and conservation, energy conservation, and urban and rural development. You could be doing anything from building a house to running a youth summer program, so openness to new experiences is key! You’ll also undergo intensive training at the beginning of your service to prepare you for the adventure ahead and take on leadership roles and specialized assignments along the way. Learn and grow with a team of your peers and build lasting connections.   Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Health Coverage ,  Training ,  Stipend ,  Living Allowance ,  Housing .    Terms : Uniforms provided and required ,  Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time .    Service Areas : Education ,  Environment ,  Homelessness ,  Neighborhood Revitalization ,  Housing ,  Hunger .    Skills : Community Organization ,  Team Work ,  First Aid ,  Leadership ,  Public Speaking ,  General Skills Original Posting

Continuum Planning Director, Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County

Who: Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County

What: The Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County seeks a full-time Continuum Planning Director to join its staff to lead planning efforts to prevent and end homelessness in suburban Cook County. The Director will be responsible for planning for, developing, and monitoring a comprehensive homeless system that is informed by a deep understanding of national trends, data and best practices. 

Responsibilities:

• Leads Continuum of Care planning efforts to prevent, reduce and end homelessness.
• Understands and effectively communicates local, state and national policy and trends and their implications for the Cook County Continuum of Care; provides analysis of community homeless issues for committees, board and staff to assist them in making informed decisions; tracks policies and programs at the state and federal level, and participates in local and statewide advocacy campaigns.
• Leads and facilitates several committees and working groups focused on implementing the community plan to prevent and end homelessness
• Oversees staff responsible for various activities including advocacy, communications, development, project monitoring, committee work, organizing an annual unsheltered homeless count, completing funder-required grant reporting, and meeting other Continuum of Care requirements.
• Supervises direct reports and provides clear objectives for staff in performance of their duties and oversight to assure these objectives are being met; helps to coordinate volunteers and/or interns for interim assignments as needed.
• Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships with community partners, funders, housing and service providers, public officials, people with lived experience of homelessness, and other systems including the justice, child welfare, education, employment, and health care systems; develops meaningful partnerships while setting clear expectations; facilitates communication, resolves problems, and collaborates on system transformation efforts with community partners.
• Coordinates a process for annual monitoring and technical assistance for recipients of Continuum of Care grants and, as part of a team, carries out the process; develops written policies as needed; advises grant recipients on grant compliance, best practices, achieving performance measures, and effective resource allocation.
• Oversees and manages the annual Continuum of Care application process and other state and local resource allocation processes; works with a team to support the annual funding competition for almost $14 million in federal supportive housing grants, contributing to goal setting and accomplishment narratives.
• In partnership with the Advocacy and Development Coordinator, develops informational materials, press releases and marketing communications. Contributes ideas and content to website, e-newsletters, and other written materials.
• Acts as a spokesperson on issues related to suburban homelessness; responds to media inquiries; as needed, makes presentations in workshops, panels, and other public speaking engagements on homeless issues.
• Oversees resource development activities and participates in grant research and writing,
• Represents the Alliance at community meetings, events and conferences.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

▪ While we have a set of preferred qualifications listed, if you have other experience that you think is related, please apply. 

▪ Masters degree in a related field or equivalent experience required; 3-5 years experience in a related position is required. At least 2 years supervisory experience preferred. 

▪ Excellent verbal, analytic, and written communication skills; ability to convey information in a clear and concise manner for a variety of audiences. 

▪ Strong subject matter expertise in some combination of homelessness, supportive housing, Housing First and harm reduction, the Continuum of Care process, affordable housing policy, and the nonprofit sector. 

▪ Budget management, program compliance, and grant reporting skills. Excellent project management skills. 

▪ Enthusiasm for systems-level work with a strong understanding of mission-driven organizing. 

▪ Must be a self-directed, highly organized person who can effectively prioritize and follow through on multiple projects, with proven ability to develop and execute plans and timelines, who takes pride in producing quality work and is willing to learn new things. 

▪ Must have valid driver’s license and use of an insured vehicle for moderate local travel within county. 

▪ Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, a growth mindset, and dedication to the values and the mission of the Alliance. 

▪ Ability to work with and collaborate effectively with a diverse team of staff and stakeholders. 

▪ Awareness of personal power and privilege, dedication to cultural humility, and demonstrated high value for diversity in work team. Possess a commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression in your work. 

▪ Ability to work independently, both on site at the office located in Hillside, IL, remotely, and in the community. 

To apply, send resume with cover letter describing your interest in and relevant skills for the position to info@suburbancook.org with “Continuum Planning Director” in the subject line 

Director of Homelessness Prevention, Policy and Planning - City of Chicago

Who: City of Chicago

What: Under direction, functions as a senior manager in directing the implementation and execution of the Department of Family and Support Services' comprehensive Plan to End Homelessness, and performs related duties as required

Essential Duties

• Directly supervises a work unit engaged in overseeing individual components of the Plan to End Homelessness, ensuring that the plan's strategic policies are effectively implemented and its objectives in reducing and preventing homelessness are met. This work unit is also charged with RFP development,establishing contract documents and performance improvement strategies for delegate agencies. 
• Provides guidance and direction in developing programs and initiatives to effectively address issues and combat the problems facing the City's homeless population 
• Participates in the planning and development of programs designed to prevent and end homelessness (e.g., temporary housing, permanent supportive housing, etc). 
• Evaluates the effectiveness of and provides guidance on performance improvement strategies for the department's homeless programs and services, ensuring programs and services are aligned with local and national guidelines and standards 
• Provides management oversight in the awarding of contracts and the allocation of funds to delegate agencies, ensuring monies are disbursed appropriately to meet initiatives as outlined in the Plan to End Homelessness 
• Confers with executive level staff at the departmental level and the Mayor's Office to report on the progress towards stated objectives and the performance of the various programs under the comprehensive Plan to End Homelessness 
• Monitors and analyzes statistical data to identify trends in services and implements performance and service standards 
• Acts as a collaborative partner with key stakeholders (e.g., local organizations,governmental entities, and community-based coalitions, groups and agencies) in an effort to develop systematic response efforts relative to homelessness issues 
• Represents the department in meetings, planning groups, special task force initiatives and work groups to discuss homelessness policies, programs and services 
• Reviews and evaluates proposed federal and state legislation impacting the homelessness agenda and prepares reports on the city's position and recommended policy changes 
• Keeps abreast of new or emerging homelessness initiatives and best practices and recommends changes to departmental policies and procedures as appropriate 
• Identifies and researches specific problems and areas of opportunities and concerns and makes recommendations necessary to ensure program and operational efficiency 
• Responds to inquiries (e.g., media, public, community groups, etc.) and comments regarding program concerns 
• Evaluates performance of subordinate staff and makes recommendations for disciplinary action
  

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in the Social Sciences, Human Services, Planning, Business or Public Administration, or a directly related field plus five years of experience in the planning and administration of a social service program of which three years is in a management/supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience, provided the minimum degree requirement is met.

Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates,Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program.

NOTE: To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience. You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.) If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.

NOTE: This position requires applicants to complete an interview. [MM1] The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, will be selected.

Education & Employment Verification - Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired

Evaluation: Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. No second party applicants will be accepted.

Residency Requirement: All employees of the City of Chicago must be actual residents of the City as outlined in 2-152-050 of the City of Chicago Municipal Code. Proof of residency will be required.

Metropolitan Housing and Communities Policy Assistant - Urban Institute (D.C.)

Who: At the nonprofit Urban Institute, we believe in the power of evidence to improve lives and strengthen communities. Our employees are empowered to open minds, shape decisions and offer solutions. We encourage intellectual honesty, innovation, diversity, and mutual respect, and our analysis elevates the debate, wherever it takes place.

Urban’s greatest asset is our people. We strive to attract and cultivate a vibrant, creative, and diverse community. Our employees drive Urban’s mission through entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, effective communication, results-orientation, and relationship cultivation. Our success depends on engaging individuals who possess and value these attributes.

Within the Urban Institute, the Metropolitan Housing and Communities Center conducts research on how housing and place shape people’s lives. We believe that housing and place matter. Quality, affordable housing anchors families, and the communities where people live can influence nearly everything in their lives: where they work and how they get there, the quality of schools that their children attend, their health and safety, even their longevity.

What: The Metropolitan Housing and Communities Center seeks a dynamic and highly motivated individual to work as a Policy Assistant to support projects on a variety of housing policy topics.This position plays a key support role on projects that include research, policy development and communications.

Responsibilities include: