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25-26 - POAH - Resident Engagement Coordinator - HAC

The Resident Engagement Coordinator will serve with Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH) in Chicago, IL from August 2025-2026. POAH is part of Housing Action Corps, an AmeriCorps VISTA program managed by Housing Action Illinois since 2010. Housing Action Corps members receive custom training, support, and networking opportunities in housing and community development, in addition to the traditional benefits of AmeriCorps VISTA. Learn more: housingactionil.org/americorps. POAH is a national nonprofit whose mission is to preserve, create, and sustain affordable, healthy homes to support economic security and access to opportunity for all. We are an affordable housing developer that cares a great deal about being more than a housing provider, and we view housing as a platform for our residents to pursue their passions. We want to build our capacity to connect people with community resources while we preserve two large family affordable housing properties in Chicago’s Woodlawn neighborhood. The Resident Engagement Coordinator will develop tools and strategies for resident engagement and empowerment to improve household stability in the face of rising neighborhood gentrification pressures. Our ideal candidate is curious, empathetic, flexible and a problem solver. They should demonstrate cultural awareness and some knowledge of housing issues. Data and writing skills are a big plus! This position offers a $500 monthly housing stipend.

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This listing is currently not accepting applications.

Member Duties : POAH and other local stakeholders are providing resources to ensure low-income households can stay in Woodlawn despite the expected economic impact of the Obama Presidential Center on rents and property values. POAH has been active in Woodlawn for over a decade but there is still much to learn about how to serve its low-income households. VISTA will develop resident leadership skills and opportunities in three areas: strengthen access to community resources and engagement with the surrounding community, improve stability through understanding household needs, and empower low-income families to access resources that fit their individualized needs. The VISTA will create and distribute survey tools, coordinate group and individual meetings, maintain a database of resources, and develop relationships with local partners. These activities will directly focus on assisting low-income residents during rehabilitation where residents will be temporarily relocated while their unit is renovated.

Program Benefits : Relocation Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , $500 Monthly Housing Stipend , Training , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Health Coverage* , Living Allowance .


*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.

Terms : Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended .

Service Areas : Environment , Neighborhood Revitalization , Community and Economic Development , Housing , Elder Care , Community Outreach .

Skills : Writing/Editing , Business/Entrepreneur , Leadership , Youth Development , Community Organization , Team Work , Architectural Planning , Communications , Urban Planning .



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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA

Program
25-26 - POAH - Resident Engagement Coordinator - HAC

Program Start/End Date
08/25/2025 - 08/24/2026

Work Schedule	Full Time

Education level
High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations	ILLINOIS Chicago

Accepting Applications
From 05/14/2025 To 08/01/2025

Contact	AmeriCorps Leader
6430 S Stony Island Ave
Chicago IL 60637
312-854-3372
AmeriCorps@housingactionil.org
housingactionil.org/americorps

Listing ID	126370


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