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25-26 Famicos - Housing Counseling Corps
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The Homeownership Navigator will serve with Famicos in Cleveland, OH from August 2025-2026. Famicos is part of the Housing Counseling Corps initiative of Housing Action Corps, an AmeriCorps VISTA program managed by Housing Action Illinois since 2010. Housing Counseling Corps members receive training, support, networking, and post-service employment opportunities in housing counseling, along with traditional AmeriCorps VISTA benefits. Learn more at
housingactionil.org/americorps .
Famicos’ mission is to improve life in greater Cleveland through neighborhood revitalization, affordable housing, and social services. Our Homeownership Resource Center (HRC) offers guidance and support including financial coaching, home purchase education, and housing stability assistance. The Homeownership Navigator will work closely with prospective property owners and managers to promote housing opportunities for households experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Responsibilities include outreach, relationship building, creating educational materials, and improving tenant-landlord communication systems. After studying for and passing HUD housing counseling certification, they will pilot new service delivery systems.
We seek candidates motivated to help individuals and families find and maintain stable housing. Ideal candidates are self-starters passionate about low- and moderate-income communities, outreach, housing advocacy, and homelessness.
Further assistance can be found by
clicking here .
Member Duties :
The VISTA will develop systems and resources to support property managers and residents, increasing awareness of Famicos services throughout Cleveland. They will meet with local property managers and community agencies, coordinate outreach events, and create housing resources to help residents maintain stable housing. The VISTA will also prepare for and take the HUD certification exam to become a HUD-certified housing counselor.
Program Benefits :
Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend, Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon completion, Health Coverage*, Relocation Allowance, Living Allowance, Training. For healthcare benefits details, visit
https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits .
Terms :
Car recommended, attendance at school during off hours permitted, working at another job during off hours permitted.
Service Areas :
Community Outreach, Homelessness, Community and Economic Development, Entrepreneur/Business, Neighborhood Revitalization, Housing.
Skills :
Counseling, Business/Entrepreneur, Education, Non-Profit Management, Community Organization, Public Speaking.
Program Details :
Type: AmeriCorps VISTA
Duration: 08/25/2025 - 08/24/2026
Schedule: Full Time
Education: Some college
Age: 18+
Location: Cleveland/Akron, Ohio
Languages: Spanish
Application Period: 05/14/2025 - 08/01/2025
Contact :
AmeriCorps Leader 1325 Ansel Road Cleveland, OH 44106 Phone: 312-939-6074 Email:
americorps@housingactionil.org More info at
housingactionil.org/americorps
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25-26 Famicos - Housing Counseling Corps
role at
AmeriCorps
The Homeownership Navigator will serve with Famicos in Cleveland, OH from August 2025-2026. Famicos is part of the Housing Counseling Corps initiative of Housing Action Corps, an AmeriCorps VISTA program managed by Housing Action Illinois since 2010. Housing Counseling Corps members receive training, support, networking, and post-service employment opportunities in housing counseling, along with traditional AmeriCorps VISTA benefits. Learn more at
housingactionil.org/americorps .
Famicos’ mission is to improve life in greater Cleveland through neighborhood revitalization, affordable housing, and social services. Our Homeownership Resource Center (HRC) offers guidance and support including financial coaching, home purchase education, and housing stability assistance. The Homeownership Navigator will work closely with prospective property owners and managers to promote housing opportunities for households experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Responsibilities include outreach, relationship building, creating educational materials, and improving tenant-landlord communication systems. After studying for and passing HUD housing counseling certification, they will pilot new service delivery systems.
We seek candidates motivated to help individuals and families find and maintain stable housing. Ideal candidates are self-starters passionate about low- and moderate-income communities, outreach, housing advocacy, and homelessness.
Further assistance can be found by
clicking here .
Member Duties :
The VISTA will develop systems and resources to support property managers and residents, increasing awareness of Famicos services throughout Cleveland. They will meet with local property managers and community agencies, coordinate outreach events, and create housing resources to help residents maintain stable housing. The VISTA will also prepare for and take the HUD certification exam to become a HUD-certified housing counselor.
Program Benefits :
Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend, Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon completion, Health Coverage*, Relocation Allowance, Living Allowance, Training. For healthcare benefits details, visit
https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits .
Terms :
Car recommended, attendance at school during off hours permitted, working at another job during off hours permitted.
Service Areas :
Community Outreach, Homelessness, Community and Economic Development, Entrepreneur/Business, Neighborhood Revitalization, Housing.
Skills :
Counseling, Business/Entrepreneur, Education, Non-Profit Management, Community Organization, Public Speaking.
Program Details :
Type: AmeriCorps VISTA
Duration: 08/25/2025 - 08/24/2026
Schedule: Full Time
Education: Some college
Age: 18+
Location: Cleveland/Akron, Ohio
Languages: Spanish
Application Period: 05/14/2025 - 08/01/2025
Contact :
AmeriCorps Leader 1325 Ansel Road Cleveland, OH 44106 Phone: 312-939-6074 Email:
americorps@housingactionil.org More info at
housingactionil.org/americorps
#J-18808-Ljbffr