The construction and Community Assistant will devote approximately two thirds of there service time engaged in construction activities. No previous construction experience is necessary, but a desire to learn is important. The remainder of service time will be spent engaged in community and civic engagement activities, mentoring members as they develop
Service Activities
1.Construction- Assist Construction Site supervisors and be trained in basics of residential home building
2. Community - Assist with opportunities for community/civic engagement including but not limited to planning and facilitating service days and projects.
3. Work with a team of two other full-time AmeriCorps members, twenty part-time AmeriCorps members, and six program program staff.
4. Upon MCC approval, transport members and materials to and from job sites, testing locations, etc.
Community Need Addressed
The city of Milwaukee faces a significant shortage of affordable, accessible housing. There are also over 14,000 young people between the ages of 18 and 24 who are not in school or employed. The YouthBuild program engages young people in education, career training, and community involvement while building affordable, accessible housing in the city of Milwaukee.
Position Outcomes
The Construction and Community Assistant will assist professional staff as, together, they empower young people to overcome challenges and move toward family sustaining careers through education and hands-on construction training while building homes for low-income families.
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Student loan forbearance, Training
Full Foodshare benefits
Education Benefits
College Degree, Credential or Certification
CPR/First Aid/ AED certification, OSHA 10 Certification, Other industry recognized certifications are made available as funding and member interest allow.
Skills you will gain
goal setting, time management, mentoring basic construction skills, communication and soft skills.
Competencies You Will Develop
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
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel, Improvise
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, 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
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, 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, 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 the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment