National Housing Program Manager Volunteer - United States

About Us

QRFup is dedicated to providing crisis intervention, mental health support and suicide prevention resources for Veterans and First Responders. We work to ensure that those who have served or are currently serving our communities receive the critical care and support they need during times of crisis. We are looking for many more volunteers to ensure our mission is a success. If you have time you'd like to dedicate to the men and women who serve you and your community, QRFup is a great way to do that.

QRFup is self funded by its Board of Directors. Everyone is a volunteer, with the majority of positions being full time. We are licensed in the United States, which means anyone who volunteers for us must live within the United States. Applications outside of the United States cannot be considered.

For more information about our organization, please visit our website at www.QRFup.org.

Position Summary

The National Housing Program Manager plays a critical volunteer leadership role in developing and managing housing initiatives that support veterans and first responders experiencing housing instability or homelessness. This position will oversee strategic planning, coordination with housing partners, and implementation of sustainable solutions that align with the organization’s mission of crisis prevention and life-saving support.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and manage the national housing support program, including short-term emergency housing and long-term housing stabilization strategies.
• Build and maintain partnerships with housing providers, shelters, veteran service organizations, and government agencies.
• Develop housing protocols, application processes, and referral systems in collaboration with case management teams.
• Monitor and evaluate housing placements, program outcomes, and client success metrics.
• Assist with identifying grant and funding opportunities to support housing initiatives.
• Advocate for housing policy and initiatives that benefit the veteran and first responder community.
• Collaborate with leadership to align housing services with overall crisis prevention goals.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of veteran and/or first responder challenges, especially related to homelessness and crisis care.
• Experience in housing program management, social services, nonprofit work, or related fields.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and build external partnerships.
• Knowledge of relevant housing programs (e.g., HUD-VASH, Continuum of Care, Section 8) is a plus.
• Passionate about mental health, suicide prevention, and supporting those who serve.

Benefits

• Make a life-changing impact on vulnerable veterans and first responders.
• Gain leadership experience in nonprofit program development and crisis response.
• Work with a passionate, mission-driven team dedicated to saving lives.