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Housing Coordinator

Job description

Job Title: Housing Coordinator
Location: Headquarters – McHenry County, IL
Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Hours: 8:30-4:30 (M-F) *Occasional evening or weekend to meet client needs

Join Home of the Sparrow, a mission-driven nonprofit supporting women and children facing homelessness. We’re hiring a dedicated Housing Coordinator to provide case management and help clients find and maintain stable housing.

Key Responsibilities of the Housing Coordinator:

  • Provide case management and support services to housing clients
  • Assist clients in locating, securing, and moving into rental housing
  • Build and maintain relationships with landlords and community partners
  • Help clients with budgeting, employment assistance, and life skills
  • Conduct intake assessments and develop individualized service plans
  • Maintain accurate client records and complete required documentation
  • Coordinate move-ins, move-outs, lease reviews, and provide aftercare as needed

Qualifications of the Housing Coordinator:

  • Bachelor’s in Social Work, Psychology, or related field
  • OR bachelor’s in unrelated field + 2 years supervised social services experience
  • OR master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field
  • Experience with high-barrier populations preferred
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to transport clients using a company vehicle

Why Join Us?

  • Make a direct impact in helping individuals achieve housing stability
  • Join a supportive, passionate nonprofit team
  • Opportunities for growth and meaningful work in the community

Ready to change lives? Apply today to join our team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 – $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8-hour shift

Work Location: In person

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