Members will be on the Habitat construction crew in Knoxville. Activities include learning and training in skills needed to build homes, working on-site at home builds, using hand tools and operating power tools, and managing and supervising volunteers. Members will also be responsible for conducting service-learning projects with the community to engage citizens in energy efficiency and housing services education and hands on learning.
Service Activities
Activities include learning and training in skills needed to build homes, working on-site at home builds, using hand tools and operating power tools, and managing and supervising volunteers. Members will also be responsible for conducting service-learning projects with the community to engage citizens in energy efficiency and housing services education and hands on learning. Members will regularly drive between sites - must have a valid driver's license to apply.
Community Need Addressed
Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. Habitat partners with people in the community, and all over the world, to help them build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. The vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Position Outcomes
Increase access to appropriate, quality housing in low-income neighborhoods and for low-income families. Move families from renting substandard housing into homeownership. Provide homes with affordable monthly mortgage payment. Engage community groups and volunteers in home builds and other projects.
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Housing, Living allowance, Student loan forbearance, Training
*Health coverage only applicable if member is full time and not otherwise covered. Application required.
*Housing does not apply in all situations. Discuss options directly with Knoxville Habitat for Humanity.
Education Benefits
College Degree
Skills you will gain
Construction, volunteer management, time management, leadership, project planning, working with groups from diverse backgrounds, service-learning
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Lead group discussion, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Provide relevant expertise
Teamwork
Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Stay positive and outcome oriented
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, 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
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks, Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently, Facilitate group planning, Set goals
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment