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Half-Term AmeriCorps Member, California AmeriCorps Disaster Team

Recent graduate? Veteran? Or looking for an opportunity to explore a new career path?

Our AmeriCorps program is looking for passionate individuals who want to make a significant impact on others through public service while gaining meaningful professional experience.

AmeriCorps is a short-term, national service opportunity that involves working with non-profit agencies to meet the critical needs of communities. The American Red Cross hosts a state-wide AmeriCorps program in California that focuses on engaging volunteers, educating communities on emergency readiness, and assisting those who have been affected by disasters. Our California AmeriCorps Disaster Team (CADT) members dedicate 900 hours of service in exchange for leadership and professional development, a modest stipend, and a $3,697.50 education award.

Work location : Fresno and adjacent areas. This is an in-person role with regional travel

Requirements

Must be able to serve approximately 40 hours per week between 2 / 17 / 2025 to 7 / 25 / 2025
Minimum of 18 years old
Able to pass a criminal background check
Holds a High School Diploma or GED
Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident (green-card holder)
Possess a valid driver’s license
Applicants who currently reside outside of California should be prepared to relocate if selected for the position
Able to deploy with only 48-hour notice and for up to 3-week increments to assist with disaster response

Desirable Qualities

Experience working with volunteers

Willingness to serve outside of regular business hours, including evenings and weekends

Strong leadership and communication skills, capable of collaborating with diverse groups of people both digitally and in-person

Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple, competing priorities and deadlines

Team-oriented and willing to help others without being directed to do so

Passionate about community outreach and education to build resiliency

Excellent ability to navigate problems with energy and a positive attitude, flexible when priorities change

Process driven and able to navigate different virtual platforms / technology

Previous experience as a Red Cross or youth volunteer is a plus

Bilingual language skills in Spanish are not required, but highly desired

Benefits

Invaluable experience with a nationally and internationally respected organization

The opportunity to build your network and accrue professional development skills including communication, project management, leadership ability and interpersonal effectiveness

Extensive opportunities for Red Cross and Emergency Management training

A bi-weekly stipend of $1,117.39, paid every other Friday

Upon successful completion, a $3,697.50 education award to pay off student loans or towards new education costs

Health care and dental coverage - we cover the monthly premiums

May qualify for student loan forbearance for federal student loans and child-care assistance

May qualify for Cal Fresh benefits (approx. $250 per month towards food)

For more information on service through AmeriCorps, visit :

NON-DISCRIMINATION PUBLIC NOTICE : This program's recruitment is conducted without regard to race, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, genetic information, military service, national origin, disability, age, gender, religion, or political affiliation.

Salary : $250 - $3,698

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