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Position Summary(Basic Job Function)
This is a temporary or on-call position. Provides assistance and support for education, health and human needs, the environment and / or public safety as part of the National AmeriCorps volunteer program.
Term : Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call.
On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.
Unit Position Summary
Michigan State University Extension is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive organization, which requires all staff to contribute towards a vision for success.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our work, regardless of title or position within the organization. This means that all staff at MSU Extension are dedicated to the following :
YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH CORPS :
The Youth Mental Health Corps (YMHC) was created via a public-private collaboration with a robust set of partners. The Corps will address the growing needs of young people while creating career pathways to address the national shortage of mental-health professionals.
YMHC Fellows are a select sub-set of AmeriCorps members serving through one of several Michigan's AmeriCorps programs engaged in Youth Mental Health Corps activities.
Corps members serving as Youth Mental Health Corps Fellows will be trained as navigators serving young people in schools and community organizations.
YMHC Fellows will gain valuable on-the-job experience and earn credentials to advance their career via 4-H HealthCorps' School- / Community Based Organization Pathway.
4-H HealthCorps YMHC Fellows will serve youth as a part of in school programs, out-of-school programs, and community-based organizations (CBOs).
YMHC Fellows will receive intensive professional development and training on topics pertinent to this career path. In addition to robust training and development, YMHC Fellows will be provided access to certification opportunities that align with the skillset and abilities necessary for a successful career in schools and a variety of other community-based organizations.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
In addition to the YMHC training and professional development opportunities, fellows will be responsible for delivering special interest (SPIN) club programming to area schools and / or community partners within the county. These tasks will include :
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Member will be placed at one of the listed MSU Extension county offices : Cheboygan, Chippewa, Genesee, Ingham, Lapeer, Luce, Marquette, Monroe, Presque Isle, Schoolcraft, Wexford and Oakland.
The AmeriCorps Program does not provide relocation assistance, we encourage applicants to apply to a location a candidate can commute to and from easily.
Service will include minimal virtual elements but programming will primarily be in-person. Members will receive office space at the office and a computer.
The program will provide training and support on navigating needed technology however, it is important that members are comfortable with technology and / or willing to learn.
Members will be working with the community, as such they should expect to occasionally serve nights and weekends.
COMPENSATION :
Members will receive a living allowance of $18,700 (pre-tax) to be distributed bi-weekly October 1, 2024 - September 12, 2025 as well as student loan forbearance for qualified loans.
Members must be available for travel and stay overnight in East Lansing, MI, October 1 - 4, 2024 for Member Orientation.
Members will serve 36-40 hours / week October 1, 2024 - September 12, 205. Upon successful completion of service, an education award in the amount of $7,395.00 will be issued.
Please indicate which county or counties you're applying for in your cover letter. Candidates may apply to multiple counties with one application.
Desired Qualifications
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Work Hours
ON-CALL
Last updated : 2024-07-02
Full Time
$29k-35k (estimate)
07/04/2024
10/02/2024
EAST LANSING, MI
7,500 - 15,000
2019
$1B - $3B