Fight Climate Change in Your Community
Make a difference, and make a better future for yourself at Mile High Youth Corps.
We are a group of young people who are focused on combatting Climate Change and educating ourselves on the issues that face our community.
THIS IS NOT LIKE OTHER JOBS.
We are a grassroots organization that is committed to providing training, mentorship, and opportunities to youth.
Join us for our 2022 Climate Corps- Energy & Water Conservation program! The Energy & Water Conservation program (E&W) is a team-based, 26 or 34 week-long program for individuals between the ages 18-24. E&W participants (called Corpsmembers) serve on community-based energy and water conservation projects throughout the Denver metro area. Corpsmembers will be enrolled in AmeriCorps—a national community service program.
Corpsmembers will earn up to $17,470 for a 26-week term, or $23,690 for a 34-week term.
Never had a job in conservation before? Not sure if you like this kind of work? That’s okay! Our goal is to support you with the knowledge and team that you need to be successful. We will provide you with hands-on training and certificates related to all projects.
*In order to qualify for the position, you must have a high school diploma or GED*
All we ask is that you bring your dedication to hard work, a positive attitude, and a commitment to a service term you’ll never forget.
For more details about this position, please view the full PD here: https://www.milehighyouthcorps.org/apply-now/energy-and-water-conservation-corpsmember/
MHYC is committed to hiring candidates with unique backgrounds and perspectives. If you are interested in this position but are concerned that you do not meet all of the requirements or possess all of the necessary skills, or that prior convictions or your background might disqualify you, we highly encourage you to submit an application anyway.
Service Activities
• Income Qualifying Residents: Provide high-quality customer service to low-income households in the Denver Metro area: schedule energy assessment visits and travel to income-qualified households across the front-range to install high-efficient lights, toilets and low-flow water fixtures. Educate residents on conservation techniques and provide information on resources to help improve their quality of life.
• The Community: Provide support and complete service projects with other local non-profits and community organizations. Projects include service with local food banks, community gardens, and community clean-ups.
Community Need Addressed
Addresses energy and water efficiency in lower-income residential areas. Youth development.
Position Outcomes
Addresses energy and water efficiency in lower-income residential areas. Youth development.
Benefits
Education award upon successful completion of service, Living allowance, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
• Industry Recognized Certifications Available: OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, Building Science Principles, Roots of Success. Build your resume and experience for employment within green industries.
• Training: Hands on technical training for project installations, scheduling and reporting. Additional training and ongoing education for leadership, customer service, climate change, environmental racism, DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), and career readiness/development.
• Health Benefits: May be eligible for health insurance after serving at MHYC for 60 days. Members will have a share of the monthly health insurance premium.
Education Benefits
Credential or Certification
• Industry Recognized Certifications Available: OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, Building Science Principles, Roots of Success. Build your resume and experience for employment within green industries.
Training: Hands on technical training for project installations, scheduling and reporting. Additional training and ongoing education for leadership, customer service, climate change, environmental racism, DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), and career readiness/development.
Skills you will gain
leadership, customer service, climate change, environmental racism, DEI, career readiness/development
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, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel, Improvise, Provide relevant expertise, Select and implement well-considered solution
Teamwork
Derive consensus, 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, 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, Consistently choose the best tool or technological solution for the problem at hand, 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, Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently, Drive decision making, Effectively delegate tasks, Facilitate group planning, 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