HCoC Community Job Board

Welcome to the Heartland Continuum of Care’s community job board. This page connects job seekers in Springfield and Sangamon County with current employment opportunities at partner agencies across the homelessness response system. Explore the listings below to find meaningful roles in shelter operations, outreach, housing support, case management, and other services in our community.

Please Note: The job listings below have been submitted by HCoC partner agencies or found through traditional job searching methods. Heartland HOUSED is not the employer for these positions, and each agency manages its own hiring process. Listings will be removed as we learn they are no longer available. Job status and availability may change; please contact the hiring agency directly for the most current information. For questions, please reach out to molly@heartlandhoused.org.

If you are a partner agency and would like to have a job posted here, please complete this form. 

Current HCoC Job Opportunities

Development Director

Agency: M.E.R.C.Y. Communities
Employment Type: Full-time 
Summary: The Development Director plays a pivotal role in advancing the mission of MERCY Communities by securing the financial resources required to support families in crisis. The mission of MERCY Communities is to provide housing and supportive services to foster the independence of homeless and at-rick families. This position is responsible for planning, executing, and growing planned giving, major giving, annual giving, and targeted fundraising campaigns.

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Workforce & Financial Empowerment Caseworker

Agency: Springfield Urban League
Employment Type: Full-time 
Summary: Supports participants pursuing employment and financial goals across SNAP, TANF, United Way, and youth workforce initiatives.

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Program Coordinator - Community Programs & Outreach

Agency: Central Illinois Foodbank
Employment Type: Full-time 
Summary: Full-time onsite role coordinating community programs and outreach from Central Illinois Foodbank’s Springfield location.

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Peer Community Outreach Specialist - Springfield

Agency: Family Guidance Center
Employment Type: Full-time 
Summary: Connect individuals experiencing homelessness and substance use challenges with treatment and recovery services. This role conducts community outreach, provides overdose prevention education and supplies, builds partnerships with shelters and service providers, and helps individuals access behavioral health care and other community resources. Ideal candidates are passionate about outreach, recovery support, and serving vulnerable populations.

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Case Manager

Agency: Helping Hands
Employment Type: Full-time 
Summary: Provide case management and support services to individuals experiencing homelessness and housing instability. Responsibilities include client assessment, service planning, referrals, documentation, and coordination with community partners. Some evening or weekend availability may be required.

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Shelter Worker (Evening/Weekend/Overnight)

Agency: Contact Ministries
Employment Type: Part-time (varied schedule)
Summary: Assist with shelter operations for women and families. Duties include intake, supervision, meal distribution, crisis support, and facility maintenance.

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