Members will make complete, permanent, flood repairs so families affected by the disaster are able to return to their homes. Members will be provided with training in all skills necessary to serve in a disaster-recovery/construction context. Additionally, members will live communally with fellow members and volunteers on “base” and will be expected to contribute to a positive living environment, including meetings and daily chores.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Muck and Gut
Sanitation
Framing (interior walls and doors)
Hanging Drywall
Mud, Tape, Sanding
Other finish work (trim installation for windows and doors, painting, installing cabinets)
Attend morning meetings every Tuesday at 6:45 am.
Attend nightly meetings at 5:15 pm.
Deep clean every Saturday morning.
Daily base chores at least two times/week.
Service Activities
Duties and Responsibilities:
Muck and Gut
Sanitation
Framing (interior walls and doors)
Hanging Drywall
Mud, Tape, Sanding
Other finish work (trim installation for windows and doors, painting, installing cabinets)
Attend morning meetings every Tuesday at 6:45 am.
Attend nightly meetings at 5:15 pm.
Deep clean every Saturday morning.
Daily base chores at least two times/week.
Community Need Addressed
Increase the opportunity to rebuild Houston and Rockport, Texas affected by Hurricane Harvey.
Position Outcomes
Increase the opportunity to learn about disaster-recovery and construction. Build communications with the communities of Rockport and Houston
Benefits
Education award upon successful completion of service, Housing, Living allowance, Training
Professional development training and networking opportunities
Opportunity to help rebuild homes for individuals affected by Hurricane Harvey
Live in Base with fellow members, All Hands and Heart staff
No experience needed, will have training in site.
Members received a $2,960 education award at the end of the program (can be used for tuition or student loans).
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints, Maintain open lines of communication with others
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel
Teamwork
Derive consensus, Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Stay positive and outcome oriented, Use appropriate strategies and solutions for dealing with conflicts and differences to maintain a smooth workflow
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Anticipate the consequences of decisions, Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them, Quickly respond with a back-up plan if a decision goes amiss
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job, Operate tools and equipment in accordance with established operating procedures, safety standards, and ethical guidelines, Seek opportunities to improve knowledge of tools and technologies that may assist in streamlining work and improving productivity
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks, Create environment of contribution, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently, Drive decision making, Effectively delegate tasks, Set goals
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Evaluate customer or client satisfaction, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Provide personalized, prompt, and efficient service to meet the requirements, requests and needs of customers, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand and anticipate the needs of others, Understand the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment