Career Opportunities
H.O.M.E. is a one-of-a-kind Chicago organization that seeks to foster joy and connection for seniors with low-incomes.
We strive to promote a culture of warmth and caring for the older adults we serve, and we extend the same respect to the incredible employees that make our work possible
Founded in 1982, H.O.M.E. has helped thousands of low-income seniors in Chicago maintain their independence by providing a home upkeep and repair service, shopping bus, moving program, and three affordable apartment buildings where seniors can live comfortably in an intergenerational environment.
Available Opportunities
Property Manager (Posted: March 22, 2024)
This position is responsible for overseeing the leasing and maintenance of H.O.M.E.’s three affordable intergenerational residences (Blackhawk Manor, Nathalie Salmon House, and Pat Crowley House), which include 78 rentals offered as private apartments or communal living (Good Life Senior Residences). The position also serves as project and construction manager for comprehensive renovation projects in all of H.O.M.E.’s residences. Overall, this position is responsible for ensuring that the buildings are safe, clean, well-maintained, and a welcoming setting for all residents and staff. The individual in this position is based at the Nathalie Salmon House. Click here for the full job description and how to apply.
Home Repair Assistant (part-time) (Posted: November 28, 2023)
This position is responsible for working with the Upkeep & Repair Specialist in completing projects in the homes of low-income older adults that would ensure their safety and comfort and be able to be corrected or improved with a short service visit. The Assistant Specialist will use the tools and supplies provided by H.O.M.E., and be directly supervised by the Repair Specialist they are working with. This position is based remotely. Click here for the full job description and how to apply.
Resident Assistant
H.O.M.E. seeks individuals who are compassionate, with outgoing personalities, who are interested in living in intentional communities. H.O.M.E. strives to build a community around all of its residents in its two intergenerational buildings. RAs are fairly compensated, which includes some combination of room and board as a part of their salaries (including a private room, meals, utilities, WiFi, and some household supplies). H.O.M.E. also offers low-rent apartments for RAs. One position open. Click here to apply.
Our Values
“I love H.O.M.E. because of it’s holistic approach at assisting seniors literally where they live. From Shopping programs, to Home repairs, Moving assistance and of course, Affordable housing – H.O.M.E. is focused on what Chicago’s senior population (and those that love them) needs.”
— Beth, Housing Support Specialist at H.O.M.E.
Compensation and Benefits
H.O.M.E. strives to be a leading mission-driven organization that is a sought-after place to work. We want to compensate staff fairly and competitively and provide a robust array of benefits; to create an environment that encourages an appropriate work-life balance and respects employees’ time and lives as whole people; and to build a diverse and equitable workplace. This is important as an organizational value. Retaining talented staff is a priority. We want to keep excellent team members and support ongoing learning and professional growth. We believe the best way to achieve our mission is to attract, train, and retain and support a committed, talented, diverse team of employees. We created this policy to be explicit about our compensation and salary structure in the interest of promoting transparency and equity. H.O.M.E. administers the compensation program in a manner that is consistent and free of discrimination.
Equal Opportunity Employment Policy
H.O.M.E. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.