What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Conservation Corps - Member Support Specialist position at AmeriCorps?
Youth Conservation Corps - Member Support Specialist
YCC is a community, non-profit organization which provides a year-round YouthBuild program, in which opportunity youth ages 16-24 who are disconnected from school and employment are able to complete their high school education and earn industry recognized certifications. YouthBuild provides an evidence-based, holistic and comprehensive youth program including education, occupational skill training, life skills, employability skills, leadership and placement into college and careers. Additional youth intervention services include trauma-informed programming and onsite mental health services. YCC also provides supportive services including case management, uniforms, food, transportation, and stipends. YCC delivers a life skills education to prepare participants for success in school, careers, and life. Participants explore skills including managing stress, communication, time management, relationships, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship.
- We anticipate position becoming available in late Fall 2024.
Member Duties : The VISTA Member Support Specialist will work with the Career Success team in developing a system of community resources and requirements to help eliminate barriers to success, ensuring that there is a system of member feedback and evaluations as well as a tracking system regarding member referrals, support and connections. The VISTA Member Support Specialist will :
Program Benefits : Training , Relocation Allowance , Health Coverage
Terms :
Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas :
Housing , Education , Children / Youth , Homelessness .
Skills :
General Skills , Communications , Social Services , Teaching / Tutoring , Youth Development , Team Work .
