We are looking for 12 dedicated individuals to serve as Youth Engagement AmeriCorps Members. AmeriCorps positions are available at multiple locations including Behind Every Door, the Dallas Public Library, and Kids-U.
Requirements:
-Age 17 or older
-US citizen or permanent resident
-Complete a minimum of 675 community service hours (approx. 20 hours/week)
-Available afternoons Mon- Fri approx. 2:00-6:00pm (depending on location, some Saturdays are required)
-Available September 10, 2018
-Must be available through May 25, 2019- no exceptions!
Benefits:
-$4,725 Total Living Allowance ($256 payment every two weeks)
-$2,255 Education Award, distributed after successful completion of the program and can be used for existing student loans or future education expenses like tuition and books
-Leadership experience in the service sector
Provide free meals and after-school programming for elementary and middle school students.
Education award upon successful completion of service, Living allowance
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, 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
Teamwork
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, 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
Tools
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
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, 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