We are a growing non-profit organization based in Cleveland, Ohio that offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities to grow within the organization, and the ability to improve the communities we serve.

CHN Housing Partners: CHN is a highly seasoned, nonprofit affordable housing developer, housing service provider and residential mortgage lender that works with its partners to solve major housing challenges for low-income people and under-served communities. Through our partnerships we have developed over 7,000 affordable homes, and each year serve over 60,000 families through a wide array of housing services.

We work in Ohio and neighboring states, including Michigan, to preserve and expand affordable housing, and build equitable communities. By investing in affordable housing, we are investing in families, communities, and the economy. We are investing in the power of the permanent address.

Position Summary: The Program Instructor is a part-time teaching position in the Community Building & Engagement (CBE) Division of CHN Housing Partners. The Program Instructor will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management of the CHN’s Youth Challenge Program.

The Youth Challenge is part of CHN’s Summer Youth Work Experience and aligns to the Summer Youth Employment Program, administered, and wages paid by, Youth Opportunities Unlimited (Y.O.U.). As a 6-week, paid employment program for youth aged 14-18 in Cleveland, Ohio, the Youth Challenge is designed to provide entry level career exposure and skill development in project design, job readiness, entrepreneurship, and leadership, with supplemental educational experiences in service learning and financial literacy. Youth employees are trained to become change agents in their communities and their lives through working on real projects; gaining hands-on experience and developing skills that will help them succeed in their future careers.

Working closely with CHN’s Youth Workforce Development Program Manager, the Program Instructor’s responsibilities will include preparing and facilitating activities and trainings, coordinating career exposure opportunities, and service-learning engagements.