About this role
Education & Workforce Development Coordinator (Family Shelter & Housing Program)
Some people just need a place to sleep. Others need a path—one step at a time—back to safety, stability, and independence.
As our Education & Workforce Development Coordinator , youll design and deliver empowering learning programs for adults and teenagers living in a family residential shelter and for families transitioning into permanent housing . Youll help residents build the practical skills, confidence, and community connections they need to secure lasting stability—through a trauma-informed, age-appropriate approach that meets people where they are.
If youre passionate about education as a tool for resilience, and you thrive in environments where relationships matter as much as outcomes, we want to hear from you.
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What Youll Do
- Develop and implement learning tracks for adults and teens, tailored to age-specific needs and developmental stages.
- Create trauma-informed personal development curricula covering:
Personal care, household management, communication, and community navigation
- Financial literacy and budgeting
- Employment readiness and job search strategies
- Housing readiness , apartment hunting, and maintaining tenancy
- Parenting skills and self-advocacy
- Lead weekly life skills classes for shelter residents and participants in our housing program.
- Facilitate teen-focused sessions that support academic success, career exploration, healthy relationships, and future planning.
- Conduct initial and ongoing life skills assessments , then build individualized plans based on goals and needs.
- Work closely with case managers to align your programming with each familys housing and service plan.
- Provide follow-up support as families transition to permanent housing—monitor progress, adjust programming, and maintain documentation.
- Build and strengthen community partnerships with employers, training programs, and educational institutions.
- Coordinate guest speakers, field trips, workshops, and resource connections (GED, job training, mental health services, and more).
- Maintain accurate records and help track program effectiveness through reports and documentation.
Who You Are
You bring:
- A Bachelors degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, or a related field (required)
- 2+ years of experience working with homeless populations or in residential settings
- Experience designing and facilitating educational programming for adults and/or youth
- A solid understanding of trauma-informed care and the barriers families face (housing discrimination, employment hurdles, system navigation)
- Strong group facilitation and communication skills , with the ability to connect with diverse individuals—including those facing mental health challenges, disabilities, or other barriers
- Comfort with Microsoft Office and database management
- A valid drivers license and reliable transportation
Bonus points if you have:
- A Masters degree
- Experience with family homelessness or emergency shelter programs
- Background in adult education or youth development
- Certifications related to life skills, financial counseling, or job readiness
- Experience building community-based programming and resources
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The Impact
In this role, your work will directly contribute to:
- Stronger housing readiness and long-term stability
- Increased employment preparedness and self-advocacy
- Improved family confidence, goal-setting, and daily-life independence
- Better alignment between education programming and housing case plans
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Working Conditions
- Primarily based in the family shelter facility , with outreach and programming in community settings
- Some evening hours required
- Fast-paced environment with real-world challenges, including family crises and mental health situations
- Close collaboration with shelter staff, case managers, housing specialists, and community partners
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Ready to Help People Build a Future?
If youre energized by meaningful work that blends education, empowerment, and practical support—apply today and help families move from crisis to stability, one skill at a time.