Description
FLCC Project A.N.T. members are stationed within Florida State Parks in teams of 2 or 3. These members will work side by side to treat and remove invasive plant species and educate the public on the negative impact they have in our natural habitats. Members use various methods of treatment such as herbicide (all members receive training), hand removal, and prescribed fire.
FLCC Project A.N.T. members are stationed within Florida State Parks in teams of 2 or 3. These members will work side by side to treat and remove invasive plant species and educate the public on the negative impact they have in our natural habitats. Members use various methods of treatment such as herbicide (all members receive training), hand removal, and prescribed fire.
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Living Allowance
$1550
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$1550 monthly
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
Additional Benefits
Monetary Benefits
• Loan deferment
• Childcare Assistance through AmeriCorps
• Full Term Members receive $6,895.00 Education award at the completion of service
• Half Term Members receive $3,447.50 Education award at the completion of service
• Monthly Living Stipend: $1,550.00 for both half term and full‐term members
• Free health insurance
• Access to Member Assistance Program
• Free access to state parks
**Housing/RV site available at some locations
Trainings/Benefits Available
• Interpretation
• Leadership
• Professional Development
• Conflict Resolution
• Disaster Response
• CPR/First Aid/AED
• Effective Communication
• Resume/Cover Letter Workshop (Life After AmeriCorps)
• Trail tools training
• Hatchet and Machete training/use
• Herbicide Application Training
• Use of large equipment
• Hauling trailers
• Park/District Specific
o S‐130/S‐190 (Wildfire Training)
o ATV/UTV Certification
o DEP Boater safety
o Scuba certification
o Tractor Training
o S‐212 (Wildland Fire Chainsaw Training)
Education Benefits
Credential or Certification
Education Requirements
GED
Desired Languages
English
Other Conditions
Car recommended
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Uniforms provided and required
Subject to criminal background check