Description
The SCI AmeriCorps program connects youth with relationships, experiences and resources they need to succeed. Our Members support youth achievement through volunteer outreach and capacity building that provides leadership training and community service opportunities for youth.
SCI AmeriCorps is currently looking for members to fill Youth Leadership Coordinator (YLC) positions for a 900-hour or 1200-hour service period between November 2019 and June 2020 Since 2007, SCI AmeriCorps members have served at various host sites, who are aligned with the mission of Social Capital Inc. The YLC will serve as leaders to a youth council, increase the capacity of host sites to implement social capital building, youth engagement and community service-learning as strategies to achieve high educational outcomes.
HOST SITE OPPORTUNITY ─ James L. McKeown Boys & Girls Club of Woburn
The SCI AmeriCorps member will:
Focus on implementing youth development activities that foster the leadership skills, civic engagement levels and community involvement of our Club’s youth and teens.
Support program staff at the Club as well as implement and run their own daily programming and advise our community service and leadership groups.
Work together with another SCI AmeriCorps member to serve youth and engage them in strengthening their social capital through a youth leadership council.
REQUIREMENTS
Commitment to service of local community members with diverse backgrounds
Effective communication skills to conduct community outreach through marketing strategies and civic engagement
Strong project management and organization tools
Achieve goals within a team and independently
Serve Full-time
The SCI AmeriCorps program connects youth with relationships, experiences and resources they need to succeed. Our Members support youth achievement through volunteer outreach and capacity building that provides leadership training and community service opportunities for youth.
SCI AmeriCorps is currently looking for members to fill Youth Leadership Coordinator (YLC) positions for a 900-hour or 1200-hour service period between November 2019 and June 2020 Since 2007, SCI AmeriCorps members have served at various host sites, who are aligned with the mission of Social Capital Inc. The YLC will serve as leaders to a youth council, increase the capacity of host sites to implement social capital building, youth engagement and community service-learning as strategies to achieve high educational outcomes.
HOST SITE OPPORTUNITY ─ James L. McKeown Boys & Girls Club of Woburn
The SCI AmeriCorps member will:
Focus on implementing youth development activities that foster the leadership skills, civic engagement levels and community involvement of our Club’s youth and teens.
Support program staff at the Club as well as implement and run their own daily programming and advise our community service and leadership groups.
Work together with another SCI AmeriCorps member to serve youth and engage them in strengthening their social capital through a youth leadership council.
REQUIREMENTS
Commitment to service of local community members with diverse backgrounds
Effective communication skills to conduct community outreach through marketing strategies and civic engagement
Strong project management and organization tools
Achieve goals within a team and independently
Serve Full-time
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Living Allowance
$1800
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$1800 monthly
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
Additional Benefits
BENEFITS
Earn up to $6000 federal education award on successful completion of service
Participate in professional development training
Paid a bi-weekly stipend
Eligible for free health care at a no cost premium
Receive student loan forbearance during their service commitment
Can apply for SNAP food benefits
Matching institutions for the ed award:
https://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps/segal-americorps-education-award/matching-institutions
Education Requirements
High School Graduate
Desired Certifications or Qualifications
A car is helpful for this position but it would be possible to get to and from the site via public transportation (MBTA bus).
Desired Languages
English
Other Conditions
Car recommended
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Subject to criminal background check
Age Requirement
18 - 110