25¿26¿Alliance to End Homelessness¿VISTAHousing Action Corps

The Housing Engagement VISTA will serve with the Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County in Hillside, IL from August 2025-2026. The Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County (the Alliance) 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.The Alliance¿s mission is to prevent and end homelessness in suburban Cook County. We believe this is possible through cross-sector collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and removing barriers to housing. The solution to homelessness is housing¿every individual deserves a home where they can thrive. The Housing Engagement VISTA will increase our partnerships with housing providers and nonprofits that provide rental assistance and housing stability services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. They will also coordinate ¿Yes to the Address¿ events, identify new outreach strategies to reach landlords, and enhance a landlord database.Our ideal candidate is passionate about removing barriers to housing for people who have experienced homelessness and housing insecurity, comfortable with public speaking and building relationships, and confident in their ability to track and manage data (primarily within Excel). The VISTA will primarily work remotely, with some on-site events. This position offers a $350 monthly supplemental benefit.