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1 person is interested
AMERICORPS Most Vulnerable Populations (Temporary Full Time)
ORGANIZATION: Housing and Community Development, Salt Lake County
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1 person is interested
AmeriCorps Salt Lake County's Most Vulnerable Populations Program is based in the Salt Lake County area.
This program utilizes AmeriCorps members in a variety of agencies that help the homeless obtain housing, employment, provide assistance to the formerly homeless and connect them to other mainstream services to increase self-sufficiency.
Education Award, Stipend Pay and Hours: Members make a contractual service agreement committing to complete 1700 service hours ending on September 30, 2019. Members are provided a modest financial cost-of-living allowance referred to as a "living stipend" of $17,250 for full time service; optional qualifying paid Federal Student Loan Deferment, and will receive an AmeriCorps Education Award in the amount of $5,920, after successfully completing the term of service satisfactorily. The Education Award can pay for additional college, graduate school courses, or it can assist with payment(s) of existing qualifying Federal Student Loans.
Training: Members will participate in agency training activities to increase their knowledge, skills and abilities for delivering client services. Attend AmeriCorps training sessions and participate with AmeriCorps service projects. Members will experience personal growth including professional skill development and work experiences.
Minimum Requirements: Clear a full FBI Criminal Background
Check High School Diploma or GED. *some or College degree in social services a plus!
Must be a Legal Resident or Legal Citizen of the United States
Valid and current Utah Driver's License and Drivers Auto Insurance
Basic office skills (Typing, Filing, Professional attitude and etiquette)
Computer Programs (i.e., Microsoft Office, Google Docs)
Ability to: Establish working relationships with clients, co-workers, and other professionals. Work independently as well as collaboratively. Provide constructive feedback to clients. Maintain client confidentiality. Display cultural competency, appreciation, compassion and understanding for the needs of clients. Open to work occasional evenings and weekends if requested.
Committed applicants please apply by clicking through this link: https://slco.org/homeless-services/current-americorps-positions/ . Then apply to the position titled: AMERICORPS Most Vulnerable Populations (Temporary Full Time). You will be required to create an account with Salt Lake County Jobs. Make sure to upload your resume, requested qualifying documents and optional cover letter. Complete your application thoroughly, any applicants who do not complete the application process in full will not be considered.
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About Housing and Community Development, Salt Lake County
Location:
2001 S. State Street, S2-100, Salt Lake City, UT 84114, US
Mission Statement
Salt Lake County Housing and Community Development's (HCD) mission is "to improve the quality of life for all Salt Lake County Residents". AmeriCorps members are selected to provide direct services to homeless individuals and families.
Description
What is AmeriCorps: AmeriCorps is a voluntary civil society program supported by the U.S. federal government, foundations, corporations, and other donors by engaging adults in public service work, with a goal of "helping others and meeting critical needs in the community." The program is often seen the domestic Peace Corps. Members commit to full-time or part-time positions offered by a network of nonprofit community organizations and public agencies, to fulfill assignments in the fields of economics, education, public safety, health care, and environmental protection.
"Getting it Done" the Duties: Our AmeriCorps member's activities and interventions will provide services under the "AmeriCorps Economic Opportunity focus area"; which includes housing and employment opportunities to the homelessness community and formerly homeless residents. Members will serve under the direction of case management teams throughout the community’s private non-profit organizations and government divisions.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2001 S State StreetSalt Lake City, UT 84114
DATE POSTED
September 21, 2018
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- Case Work / Management
- Crisis Counseling
- Social Work
- Community Outreach
- Customer Service
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- Program Begins 10/012018 and Ends 09/30/2019
- see above