AmeriCorps is a national service program that provides thousands of Americans with an opportunity to make a difference in their communities. Homes for All is the only AmeriCorps program primarily focused on housing and homelessness in Kentucky. We are looking for compassionate and enthusiastic individuals to serve as AmeriCorps members. These AmeriCorps positions are with Family Service Society.

Activities:

• Client paperwork/documentation: assist individuals and households in obtaining necessary documentation needed for housing assistance and funding sources.
• Eviction Prevention: facilitate emergency rent, utility, etc. assistance to people at risk of homelessness.
• Intake and Assessment: complete intake process with new clients to assess housing needs and make referrals when appropriate.
• Housing Focused Case Management: use of tools such as the SPDAT to support housing stabilization; client specific action plans to acquire and/or maintain housing; home visits.
• General Case Management: supportive services to help or maintain housing; applying for public benefits, accompanying clients to appointments (e.g. securing ID), assisting with accessing GED services or higher education, assisting with employment applications.
• Supportive Client Services: assist clients with additional services such as job readiness, life skills, goal setting, financial management, health, food access, hair housing, food boxes, clothing, tenant education, etc. that will support housing stability.
• Volunteer Program Activities: volunteer management, recruitment, and training.

Benefits:

• $20,100 living allowance paid bi-weekly
• $7,395 education award to pay for student loans, tuition, training
• Health insurance (premium paid by us)
• Student loan forbearance and interest paid
• 10 personal/vacation days
• 10 sick days
• 10 holidays
• Professional development
• Training
• Workers’ compensation coverage
• Member assistance program

Minimum Qualifications

• Willingness to undergo a National Service Criminal History Check
• High school diploma or GED
• Citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States
• Commitment to serve 1700 hours by July 31st, 2025 (approximately 37.5 -40 hours per week)
• Reliable vehicle with valid driver’s license and auto insurance is require
• Be fully vaccinated (included all applicable boosters) against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination required.

Other Information

• 1700 hours to be served by the individual by July 31st, 2025.
• The daily schedule is agreed upon between member and site supervisor
• Some overnight travel and stays for training and service projects required
• AmeriCorps placements can double as practicum/internship

Job Types: Contract, Internship

Pay: $1,400.00 per month

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have the full vaccination series for COVID-19?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Paducah, KY 42001: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person