Neighbor to Neighbor Fellow, AmeriCorps N2N

Position Title: Neighbor to Neighbor Fellow

Organization: AmeriCorps Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N)

Location: Greater Bay Area, California (Primarily in the North Bay - Sonoma, Napa, Marin, Yolo counties)

Position Type: Full-time, temporary (9-month commitment)

Start date: February, 2025

Application Link: https://zurl.to/QJ3T?source=CareerSite

Application deadline: Friday, February 7, 2025

Position Summary

We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team as Neighbor 2 Neighbor (N2N) AmeriCorps Members. In this role, you will help strengthen nonprofits and government agencies by developing programs that build thriving, connected neighborhoods. Members will create infrastructure for neighborhood leader engagement by developing programs, tracking mechanisms, outreach, and training materials. Partner Sites change annually and focus on building resilient neighborhoods, combating loneliness, and social isolation. This role offers a valuable opportunity to develop leadership and community organizing skills while making a lasting impact.

Program Overview

Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) AmeriCorps Members develop programs that help organizations build strong, connected neighborhoods. By creating infrastructure for neighborhood leader engagement, N2N Members leave a lasting impact on the communities they serve. Two or more members serve at each Partner Site, enabling Neighborhood Leaders to address community needs. N2N Members are part of a local network of 20 members who regularly collaborate and participate in professional development and training.

Qualifications:

· Must be at least 18 years of age (17 with parental approval)

· Clear criminal background check (Truescreen, fingerprint based Fieldprint & CA DOJ/FBI)

· Submit current, clear TB (tuberculosis) test

· Must have at least a high school diploma or a GED by start date

· Must either be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States (INS Form I-551)

· Must not have more than 3 terms of service previously with AmeriCorps State and National programs

· Organized, responsible, flexible, motivated and professional

· Strong personal standards of excellence, ethics and integrity

· Ability to be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all of the program’s safety policies and rules

In exchange for your service

· Monthly living stipend of $3,000 to cover basic expenses during service term

· Segal Education Award of $7,395* and CA for All Education Award of $2,605* (total amount: $10,000) upon completion of service, which can be used to pay for educational expenses or to repay qualified student loans.

· Student loan deferment and interest repayment

· Moving stipend for applicants traveling from out of state and over 250 miles from the Partner Site

· Health Benefits

· Childcare (if applicable)

· Potential Eligibility for CalFresh (CA’s food stamp program)

· Professional development and training opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in community engagement.

· Meaningful work experience and the opportunity to build connections with professionals and organizations in the nonprofit and government sectors.

*Please note: the living stipend and education awards are taxable

How to Apply:

To learn more and apply for the AmeriCorps N2N Member position, please go to our recruitment portal (https://zurl.to/QJ3T?source=CareerSite ) to fill out the application, submit a resume and complete a brief assessment outlining your qualifications, experience, and motivation for serving in this role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: Up to $2,911.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• San Francisco Bay Area, CA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Francisco Bay Area, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $2,911