AmeriCorps - Housing Case Manager

THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing community safety and racial justice.

Since 1996, we’ve worked alongside communities, courts, and those most directly affected by the justice system to build stronger, healthier, and more equitable neighborhoods.

With a team of over 900 staff and an annual budget of $130 million, the Center carries out its mission through three core strategies :

• Operating Programs  that pilot new ideas and address local challenges; Conducting original research to evaluate what works—and what doesn’t; and Providing expert assistance and policy guidance to reformers across the country and beyond.
• Backed by decades of on-the-ground experience and nationally recognized expertise, we bring innovative, practical, and lasting solutions to justice systems nationwide.
• Learn more about our work at www.innovatingjustice.org .
• THE OPPORTUNITY The Red Hook Community Resilience Corps is an AmeriCorps National Service Program that seeks to make Red Hook a safer, stronger and a more resilient community for individuals ages 18+.
• AmeriCorps members are part of our unconventional programs and services throughout the Center that engage residents and promote public safety.
• Members work directly with community members to provide services and referrals to address needs centered on economic mobility, housing issues and many other areas.
• Furthermore, members also will perform service projects throughout the neighborhood and by the end of their service year, members will gain the skills needed to plan and execute their own project.
• The Center is seeking a Housing Case Manager.
• Reporting to the AmeriCorps Coordinator, the Housing Case Manager will be a key liaison in Red Hook, serving as the first contact at the Red Hook Community Justice Center for residents seeking housing help.
• The role involves assisting residents with affordable housing, navigating housing court, and accessing benefits and services.
• They will also run outreach programs to raise resource awareness and strengthen ties between residents, community groups, and city agencies, enhancing community support.
• AVAILABILITY The start date for this position is December 1, 2025, with an end date of September 30, 2026.

Applicants must be available to commit to serve 30-hours a week, Monday-Friday between the hours of 9 :

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Program Support (As Needed) :

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Serving is a great way to strengthen your professional network, make a difference within communities and social justice.  During service, you will receive :

After service, you will receive :

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other category protected by law.