What are the responsibilities and job description for the AmeriCorps Member (Half-Time) position at BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF CHICAGO INC?
Job Details
Description
Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO policy, including paid holidays, to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Employee Assistance Plan: Our EAP offers access to counseling services, resources, and referrals, ensuring you have the tools you need to thrive in all areas of life.
- Life Insurance: Life insurance coverage to provide peace of mind. (min 20 hours per week)
- Retirement plan: The 401(k) plan including employer contributions after 1 year of service.
- Professional Development: Take advantage of ongoing professional growth opportunities through workshops, training programs, and other learning initiatives.
- Workplace Culture: We foster a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion at every level of the organization.
- Position Title: AmeriCorps Member Youth Development Specialist
- Position Type: Service Position 900 Hours Part-Time (Temporary)
- Educational Level: High School
- Experience: Entry Level
- Start Date: September 1st, 2024
- End Date: August 31st, 2025
Position Description
Members applying for a half-time term of will need to complete 900 hours. Upon completion of service term, each member will earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award in the amount of $3,697.50. Also, a Living Allowance totaling in the amount of $11,500.00 will be provided in which the amount will be divided up and paid bi-weekly.
This position is preferably for all candidates who recently graduated from high school, are current college students, or looking to pursue other post-secondary education endeavors. Normal service hours are Monday through Friday between 1:00pm-9:00pm during afterschool program and from 9:00am-5:00pm during the summer. Hours occasionally differ due to non-school attendance days for CPS students, and for any club site or BGCC special events.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Assist program staff in facilitation of Project Learn Programs which include but not limited to: Power Hour, Triple Play (Daily Challenges and Social Recreation), Healthy Habits, STEAM/STEM, I Am A Reader, etc.
- Assure that all clubs participate in required AmeriCorps Serve Illinois National Days of Service. Club placement members will take lead in organizing and facilitating of all service activities with support from program staff and club leadership. All clubs will be required to participate in the following service projects: Veterans Week, MLK Jr. Day, and National AmeriCorps Week.
- Attend the annual AmeriCorps Serve Illinois National Service Summit event (TBA).
- Collect sign in sheets for assigned daily/weekly programs.
- Must complete the First Aid/CPR Training when offered.
- Provides guidance and role modeling to our club youth.
- Helps maintain order and discipline of club members.
- Participates in all required BGCC PD trainings to expand knowledge and skills.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Salary : $11,500
