Volunteer Housing Program Development Lead (Transitional & Reentry Housing)

The LoopRoots Foundation is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization dedicated to supporting justice-impacted families through transportation, therapy, and technology-driven programs. Our mission is to remove the physical, financial, and emotional barriers that prevent families from maintaining meaningful connections with incarcerated loved ones, accessing mental health care, or navigating reentry.Founded in 2025, the LoopRoots Foundation operates nationally, with an initial focus on underserved communities in Maryland, Arizona, Pennsylvania, New Mexico, California, and Virginia.Our key initiatives includeLoopConnect A ride credit sponsorship platform that provides free or subsidized rides to prison visitation facilities, allowing families to stay in contact during incarceration.LoopTalk A HIPAA-compliant virtual therapy program offering trauma-informed mental health care to justice-impacted individuals and caregivers, including children.LoopTroop Rideshare Partnership We collaborate with the LoopTroop Rideshare platform to ensure families have access to safe, reliable, and culturally competent transportation services.The LoopRoots Foundation is committed to using community-based, technology-enabled tools to restore dignity, promote healing, and reduce generational harm. All of our programs are offered without discrimination to build a truly supportive ecosystem for families across the U.S.,TitleVolunteer Housing Program Development Lead (Transitional & Reentry Housing)OrganizationLoopRoots FoundationLocationRemote (U.S.) – Preference for candidates with experience in AZ, MD, VA, PA, CA, or DECommitmentVolunteer role (20–25 hours per week), flexible schedule, potential to transition into a paid leadership position as the program launchesAbout LoopRoots FoundationLoopRoots Foundation is a nonprofit organization supporting justice-impacted individuals and their families through transportation, housing, mental health services, legal support, and workforce development. Our programs include LoopHome (reentry support), LoopTalk (mental health), LoopConnect (transportation access), LoopLegal, and LoopHousing, our upcoming transitional housing initiative.Role OverviewWe are seeking a Volunteer Housing Program Development Lead to build and structure LoopHousing, a multi-state transitional housing and reentry support program. This is a hands-on role focused on designing the program from the ground up, including housing models, compliance requirements, operational workflows, and expansion strategy across multiple states. This is not a maintenance role, we are looking for someone who can build, organize, and develop systems that will support long-term program success.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign the structure of the LoopHousing program (transitional housing model)Research licensing, zoning, and regulatory requirements by stateDevelop intake, eligibility, and resident management workflowsEvaluate housing strategies (leasing, ownership, partnerships)Build scalable systems for multi-state expansionAssist in drafting policies, procedures, and compliance documentationAlign housing with other LoopRoots programs (LoopHome, LoopConnect, etc.)Work closely with leadership on program strategy and rolloutPreferred QualificationsExperience in transitional housing, reentry programs, or supportive housingFamiliarity with housing regulations and licensing processesBackground in program development, nonprofit operations, or housing policyExperience working with justice-impacted populations (preferred)Strong organizational and research skillsAbility to build systems and processes from scratchWhat We’re Looking ForBuilder mindset (someone who can create, not just manage)Strong attention to structure and complianceAbility to think strategically and executePassion for housing access, reentry, and community impactWhat You’ll GainOpportunity to build a multi-state housing program from the ground upLeadership experience within a growing nonprofitDirect collaboration with the founder and core teamOpportunity to transition into a paid leadership role as the program developsHow to ApplyPlease submit your resume along with a short note outlining your experience in housing, reentry programs, or program development. Please confirm your availability for 20–25 hours per week in your application