What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer 2025 Santa Fe ASL Day Crew Corpsmember position at Rocky Mountain Youth Corps?
Job Description
Job Description
ROCKY MOUNTAIN YOUTH CORPS
2025 SUMMER SEASON
Santa Fe ASL Day Crew Member Position Description
Middle Rio Grande Office (Albuquerque)
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps (RMYC) is a nonprofit youth development organization serving New Mexico. We inspire young adults to make a positive difference in themselves and their communities. Through training and service, Corpsmembers discover their potential for healthy, productive lives.
POSITION PURPOSE :
This Santa Fe-based day crew will work on a range of conservation projects with community partners and National Parks. This crew will use American Sign Language as the primary mode of communication.
POSITION TYPE :
Seasonal, full time, AmeriCorps member
SCHEDULE :
Day work schedule : Monday-Friday, 7 : 00am-3 : 30pm with weekends off.
STIPEND :
620.00 (before taxes) per week.
REPORTS TO :
Staff Crew Supervisor with support and additional oversight by Middle Rio Grande Summer Program Coordinator.
Start / End DATE OPTIONS :
June 2nd to July 30, 2025. Dates subject to change due to weather, Covid-19, funding, or other conditions
EDUCATION AWARD :
1,565.08 upon successful completion of 300 hour AmeriCorps Service Term
LOCATION :
Orientation will take place at RMYC Albuquerque Office : 2921 2nd St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87107.
Once orientation is completed, each day will begin and end from New Mexico School for the Deaf : 1060 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505.
Participants must have reliable transportation to and from these locations, according to their work schedule for the duration of the season.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Perform service work with pride and determination on all projects as part of a team.
Actively participate in daily check-ins and regular educational training sessions.
Maintain a safe work environment to ensure both physical and mental well-being.
Comply with work standards set forth by project partners and Crew Supervisors.
Maintain a positive and professional attitude.
Be willing to reflect on your experience and share feedback in a group setting.
Respect the natural environment and community resources.
Complete and approve timecards for yourself.
Develop obtainable goals for your transition into further education or employment.
Participate in one (1) community service day, to be scheduled.
Comply with all RMYC and AmeriCorps rules and policies and not participate in any prohibited activities as described in the member contract.
QUALIFICATIONS :
16 – 25 years of age as of June 2, 2025
Ability to communicate in American Sign Language
Have a High School Diploma or equivalent or agree to obtain one prior to using the Segal Education Award
If you are not capable of obtaining a High School diploma or equivalent or are enrolled in an institution of higher education on an ability to benefit basis you may be considered eligible for funds under section 484 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1091)
US Citizen or a Permanent Legal Resident
Satisfy the National Service Criminal History Check :
Must consent to the criminal history check
Be truthful in all statements regarding criminal history
Cannot be registered or required to be registered on any state sex offender registry or the National Sex Offender Registry
Cannot be convicted of murder
Able to complete entire length of service term (June 2 - July 30, 2025)
Strong work ethic and willingness to work within a team of diverse individuals
Able to work in supervised environment
Required to participate in one service event that benefit the community
BENEFITS :
Healthcare coverage is available to all AmeriCorps members at no cost to the member. This is considered primary coverage and is not available as supplemental coverage.
1 Non-Scheduled Day (paid day off) is available during the term of service (These days off are not counted toward the service hours required for the Educational Award)
RMYC observes all National holidays and are considered approved paid days off, however RMYC reserves the right to have AmeriCorps members work or service hours on certain holidays if necessary to meet program requirements (These days off are not counted toward the service hours required for the Educational Award)
Student loan forbearance and interest payments are available for those who qualify
EVALUATION :
Members serving less than a full-time term of service (
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS :
Lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and / or up to 10 pounds constantly.
Frequently traverse uneven terrain; balance, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, and / or grasp.
Have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.
Convey important instructions accurately and effectively.
Work outdoors, subject to outside environmental conditions.
Per the ADA, Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps is available to all and we will not discriminate or refuse services to any staff or member because of perceived or actual race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, military service or pregnancy. RMYC is a drug free workplace. All RMYC positions depend upon funding availability.
