YouthBuild participants (Corpsmembers) engage in intensive training divided between time in a health and wellness training program and service site and time spent in the classroom earning a GED or High School Equivalency diploma. Corpsmembers develop health and wellness skills while providing a minimum of 300 hours of service to the community in a health and wellness related position, set and achieve further educational goals and engage in leadership development, civic engagement, and career readiness and post-secondary preparation activities. Start date for the program is November 2023. Final start dates, schedules, and program format are subject to change. This position reports to the YouthBuild Field Coordinator: Health and Wellness.
Service Activities
• In Health and Wellness Organizations: Serve on a crew with other young adults in a health and wellness related position in the Denver Metro area. Activities may include educating the public on public health issues, helping low-income individuals and families access healthcare and related wellness services, and assisting seniors in an adult day program with daily tasks. Corpsmembers will serve alongside health staff and professionals to become familiar with health related instruments, vocabulary and methods.
• Community: Corpsmembers will participate in service projects with local nonprofits
Community Need Addressed
service to the community in a health and wellness related setting
Position Outcomes
Corpsmembers LEAD:
• Corpsmembers serve as role models and promote volunteerism and service to the community across the agency.
• Leadership Opportunities include the possibility of serving on the Leadership Council, taking lead roles in the classroom and on the service site, and attending the Conference of Young Leaders in Washington, D.C. Corpsmembers also have the opportunity to provide direct programmatic input.
Benefits
Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Stipend, Student loan forbearance
• Biweekly stipend: Corpsmembers earn $1,075.00 (before taxes) every two weeks for an average of 32 hours a week. Raises and bonuses may be granted based on performance.
• AmeriCorps Education Award: Earn a $1,459.26 education award upon successful completion of the term (300 hours of service). This award can be used to pay tuition for college, trade schools, or certificate programs.
Education Benefits
College Degree, Credential or Certification
• Education: Fully participate in a GED or High School Equivalency program, as well as attend classes at a local
community college to earn your Certificate in Nurse Aide. Also participate in healthy lifestyles workshops, leadership development, and service-learning activities.
• Trainings/Certifications: First Aid/CPR, Certificate in Nurse Aide, hands-on technical training related to the health and wellness field, and other advanced trainings as applicable.
• Career Readiness: Career exploration, resume development, and networking with employers, apprenticeship, and union opportunities.
• Post- Secondary/College Resources: Develop skills and explore options for college including FAFSA completion, financial aid and enrollment support, scheduled campus visits, preparation workshops, etc.
• Health Insurance: May be eligible for health insurance the 1st of the month after serving at MHYC for sixty days serving 30+ hours a week. Members are responsible for a portion of their health insurance premium monthly.
Skills you will gain
• Pre-service background-check required; this position has recurring access to vulnerable populations.
• Must follow MHYC and AmeriCorps Member Service Agreement policies and guidelines, including refraining from prohibited activities as listed in the agreement.
• Must be able to provide eligibility documentation, which may include proof of income and other documents.
• MHYC’s Community Health Partners have COVID-19 vaccination requirements. Individuals must submit proof of full vaccination, by their service start. MHYC can support applicants in this process during the hiring.
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, Turn taking, Write cleary and effectively
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