25-26-Habitat Lake-McHenry - Housing Action Corps

The Community Engagement Specialist will serve with Habitat for Humanity McHenry-Lake County 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. Habitat for Humanity McHenry-Lake County is driven by the belief that everyone deserves a place to call home. We envision a world where housing is not a privilege, but a fundamental right, and where families can thrive in safe, affordable, and stable environments. By creating opportunities for homeownership, we aim to build a future where our community is stronger, more connected, and filled with hope. The Community Engagement Specialist will recruit new volunteers, re-engage past volunteers, build relationships with community partners, and increase our visibility at local events. They will identify new outreach opportunities, refine our volunteer engagement strategies, and improve the volunteer experience at multiple construction sites throughout the year. Our ideal candidate is a proactive, self-motivated individual who is eager to take initiative and embrace new challenges. They should be excited to learn and grow, whether through engaging with volunteers and community partners or by continuously improving our communication and scheduling practices. They should also have a strong interest in building relationships, whether through one-on-one conversations or addressing larger groups, and be confident in their ability to represent our organization in a variety of settings. An openness to feedback and a genuine passion for making a positive impact in the community are essential qualities for success in this role.