39 full-time Members will provide prevention/intervention services for 30 identified at-risk youth (3-12 graders) in partnering schools; providing meaningful mentoring relationships 1:1-3, academic assistance, attendance, and behavior interventions. Members will serve individually or in pairs at one of 30 partnering schools in Oceanside, Vista, Valley Center, Escondido, Carlsbad, & San Diego; Members receive extensive orientation, ongoing support/coaching, weekly/monthly meetings, attend/serve at events, professional training on topics relevant to service; Full-time only, 10-month commitment, 1700 min hours, serving M-F during school hours (8.5+ hrs/day; some days longer); some weeknight and weekend days. Looking for a mature, motivated, self-starter. Car required with Driver's license & insurance; Applicants selected required to meet all eligibility requirements and considerations to serve in the program. Member Living Allowance: First Year Member- $16,000, Second Year Member- $17,000. AmeriCorps members that successfully complete a Full-time 1700 hour service term approved through FY 2021 AmeriCorps earn a $6,345 Segal Educational Award and a $3,655 California For All Educational Award (CFA) (for a total of $10,000). Both educational awards are considered taxable income. CFA Award is contingent upon final budget appropriation by the state of California. Members may use the education award to pay for current educational expenses at an eligible institution, to repay qualified student loans, or to do both.
Full-time, 10-month commitment, 1700 minimum hours, serving M-F during school hours (8.5+ hrs/day) and one additional hour per week for mandatory team meeting, some mandatory weeknights and weekend days/nights.
Term-of-Service: September 1st, 2021 – June 30th, 2022
$16,000/1st Year
$17,000/2nd Year
AmeriCorps members that successfully complete a Full-time 1700 hour service term approved through FY 2021 AmeriCorps earn a $6,345 Segal Educational Award and a $3,655 California For All Educational Award (CFA) (for a total of $10,000).
For more information about the program, visit our website at www.sdcoe.net/pass-americorps
Service Activities
Members are responsible for implementing the PASS AmeriCorps Program model, facilitating parent outreach, and organizing activities for National Days of Service. Members receive extensive Orientation Training, as well as ongoing professional development, weekly/monthly team meetings, and weekly on-site coaching from assigned PASS AmeriCorps Supervisor.
Community Need Addressed
Mentoring, leadership opportunities, and academic support for at-risk youth (receiving a failing grade in at least one core subject, and are designated as truant or have behavioral referrals or suspensions) in different school sites throughout San Diego County.
Must apply online through AmeriCorps Website.
Link: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=64741&fromSearch=true
Position Outcomes
Students enrolled in the PASS AmeriCorps Program will improve in grades, attendance, and behavior.
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
There is a $6,195 Segal AmeriCorps Education Award given upon successful completion of service.
Education Benefits
College Degree
Skills you will gain
Skills:
demographics of communities - risk factors and behaviors, time management strategies, mentoring strategies (indv vs group), mentoring boundaries and relationships, mandated reporting, classroom management strategies, facilitating research-based curriculum lessons, effective communication with school staff and parents, planning service learning projects, planning after school activities/groups, strategic tutoring;
Trainings (as available throughout school year):
LCAP (Local Control and Accountability Plan), CSEC (Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children), Yellow Ribbon - Youth Suicide Prevention Program, Gang Prevention/Intervention Strategies, school structure and policies, SARB (Student Attendance Review Board), Best Practices in Running Student Groups, Bullying Risk Factors & Best Practice Inventions, GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network): Creating a Safe Place, San Diego County Drug Trends: Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Use, Youth Leadership Activities: Engaging Students, First Aid-Mental Health Training, Restorative Justice Circles, Secrets to Happiness - Neuroscience, Teen Recovery, Resume & Professional Training and Protecting Your Personal Brand: Technology Awareness and Trends, Girls Risk Factors and Strategies, Brief Intervention Training
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