WeGo Together for Kids is a collective impact initiative that brings together more than 60 community partners from across the Chicagoland region to support West Chicago families with children birth – 12th grade.
WeGo Together for Kids Housing Navigator
The Housing Navigator will assist West Chicago families in identifying housing and resources that will allow them to transition into a more stable and thriving environment. The work will focus mainly on families with school-aged children to decrease disruptive moves. The role will seek out and network with landlords and community resources, matching participants to available assistance.
This is a grant funded part-time (average 20 hour/week) position consisting of daytime, evening and weekend hours as needed. Salary is $24,960 per year.
Responsibilities
· · Provide 1:1 case management support on housing-related issues including finding new housing, understanding eviction notices, tenant rights and responsibilities, landlord responsibilities, etc.
· Assist families with housing applications and understanding leases.
· Educate and empower families to advocate for themselves with landlords and housing providers.
· Develop and maintain a network with West Chicago landlords, property owners and property management companies.
· Create a database of West Chicago housing options.
· Refer families to other partners and resources as needed.
· Collect and track participant information for data reporting and assess and report the program’s community impact.
· Assist in distributing rental assistance funds.
· Participate in monthly WGTK partner meetings (first Thursdays, 9-11 am).
· Attend community events to share resources.
Experience and Skills
· · Bilingual in Spanish and English. Ability to communicate effectively in both languages, orally and in writing.
· Strong interpersonal skills.
· Experience in social services, human services or the like with vulnerable populations.
· Knowledge of community resources.
· Solid problem-solving skills.
· Self-motivated, independent worker.
· Experience in recruiting and networking.
· Demonstrated skill in organizing time and prioritizing workload.
· Preferred that there is familiarity with leases, local, state, and federal housing laws and renter’s rights.
· Valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $24,960.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Language:
- Spanish and English (Required)
Work Location: In person
