Full Time AmeriCorps Member

We are seeking an Full Time Americorps Member to start immediately, to help our team with a variety of different tasks and programs. Americorps Members work directly with community members and share helpful information with others to improve the quality of life. Our Americorps Member will help gain knowledge about climate change issues, help educate the community, create community gardens, deliver much–needed supplies to those in need, and work with local businesses and nonprofits to make our communities even better.

The AmeriCorps Climate READY (R*ecreation, Education, Awareness, Demonstration, and Y*outh) Program is an opportunity to engage in outdoor recreation and the natural environment, while supporting residents of Detroit, MI in becoming climate change resilient.

AmeriCorps Climate Crisis Community Engagement Specialists will engage residents of the city of Detroit in discussions of climate change effects specific to their community, perform demonstrations of climate resiliency solutions, and provide relevant interventions based on climate change assessments done in and around the neighborhood.

This is done through the identification of indoor and outdoor environmental hazards, improvement of residential energy efficiency, implementation of green infrastructure, and clean water and air stewardship opportunities. The AmeriCorps Climate READY program values the respect and appreciation of the natural environment, community-based climate resiliency, and ecological stewardship.

This AmeriCorps member position is a paid opportunity to develop real-world skills and experience through hands-on service. This program exposes members to understanding climate change, environmental stewardship, ecological awareness, and civic and community engagement. Members will receive comprehensive training at the beginning of their term, as well as ongoing feedback and support to successfully achieve program objectives.

Minimum Requirements

Eligibility and Skillset

• Climate READY is a service program within the AmeriCorps network. To be eligible for AmeriCorps, you must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and pass a comprehensive criminal history check.
• Work effectively with people of various backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrate a high degree of respect and sensitivity, particularly in conversations with community members about difficult subjects like the costs of flood damage, and when assessing residents’ homes for climate crisis impacts.
• Communicate professionally with program staff and community partners and respond promptly to email during scheduled work hours.
• The AmeriCorps Climate READY Program values diversity, inclusion and equity. We do not discriminate in any aspect of service because of race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical appearance, ability/disability, socio-economic status, marital or parental status, veteran status, or any other improper criterion.

Applicants with interest in one or more of the following areas will be well-matched for the role:

• Ecological stewardship and environmental education
• Environmental science
• Community organizing and outreach
• Civic engagement, volunteerism, and public service
• Desire to affect change related to the Climate Crisis
• Public health, climate change, community engagement, climate and environmental justice, environmental health, the outdoor environment or related fields

Benefits of Joining

Benefits to completing your service term:

• Receive a living allowance
• Receive a $100 work boot stipend for outdoor work.
• Receive a vehicle stipend for vehicle support during service term.
• Earn a Segal Education Award upon completion of your service term, which can be used to help pay for college, graduate school, or vocational training, or to repay qualified student loans. Some student loans may also qualify for forbearance during the term of service.
• Gain a deeper understanding of climate and environmental issues and their solutions.
• Contribute to the work being done to support Detroit and similar environments regarding Urban Climate Change.
• Receive extensive professional development and training related to environmental sustainability and the green job network.
• Gain valuable skills and real-world experience that can lead to other employment opportunities.
• Contribute to positive change in your community.
• Join a team with other people in the community who are also committed to public service.
• Connect to green and environmental career opportunities with leading employers from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors.
• Become part of the broader AmeriCorps national service network.
• Have access to Service Year Alliance: an online network of resources that provide job opportunities and continued professional development to AmeriCorps alumni.

Job Types: Temporary, Contract, Internship

Pay: $18,700.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18,700