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AmeriCorps House Captain - Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago

Actively Recruiting

Openings

2 currently recruiting

Service Dates

January 2, 2023 - November 28, 2023

Application Window

October 20, 2022 - December 27, 2022

Location

  • Chicago, IL

Contact Information

Stacy Maliff
spatterson@rebuildingtogether.org

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AmeriCorps House Captain

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Description

A well-run rebuilding project requires a lot of planning and skill behind the scenes to ensure that clients, volunteers, and others come together to have an impactful, uplifting project day. The AmeriCorps Site Coordinator under direction of RTNYC construction manager, assists in overseeing rebuilding projects from start to finish, beginning with the initial visit to assess the client’s home repair needs, through the completion of the work scope and final project evaluation. They will coordinate with clients, skilled volunteers, community partners, vendors, inspectors, and staff to develop and implement sustainable and effective project logistics practices. The AmeriCorps Site Coordinator will follow up with clients as reported to the construction coordinator after each project to ensure that the health or safety concerns of the clients were addressed according to the work scope and complete any punch list items.

A well-run rebuilding project requires a lot of planning and skill behind the scenes to ensure that clients, volunteers, and others come together to have an impactful, uplifting project day. The AmeriCorps Site Coordinator under direction of RTNYC construction manager, assists in overseeing rebuilding projects from start to finish, beginning with the initial visit to assess the client’s home repair needs, through the completion of the work scope and final project evaluation. They will coordinate with clients, skilled volunteers, community partners, vendors, inspectors, and staff to develop and implement sustainable and effective project logistics practices. The AmeriCorps Site Coordinator will follow up with clients as reported to the construction coordinator after each project to ensure that the health or safety concerns of the clients were addressed according to the work scope and complete any punch list items. Read More

Living Allowance

$1728 - $1728 monthly

Benefits

Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Student loan forbearance, Training

Additional Benefits

Can start between January 1-14 or February 1-14, 2023 Living allowance over all 11-month terms of service: o Full-time 40hrs/wk (1700hr term) - $19,008 • Additional High Cost of Living Stipend: $500/month to cover high, local living expenses • Signing bonus for second year+ members of any AmeriCorps program: o Full-time 40hrs/wk (1700hr term) - $500 Eligible for a relocation reimbursement of up to $300 for qualifying expenses. • Travel to one in-person Rebuilding Together event with other AmeriCorps members (Details TBD. Pending COVID safety). • Health insurance including dental and vision plans (only available to full-time members). • May be eligible for scholarships for graduate certificates in Nonprofit Leadership & Management or similar. • Professional development benefit of $200/member provided by RT National. • Mental Health benefit provided by RT National (covers 6 visits with a mental health professional OR 6 months of an online/tele-service subscription). • Education Award for qualifying education expenses or loans, upon completion of the term of service: o Full-time 40hrs/wk (1700hr term) - $6,495 • Federal student loan forbearance and interest accrual payment. • Positions are eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. • AmeriCorps childcare benefit.

Education Requirements

High School Graduate

Desired Languages

English

Other Conditions

Car recommended
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Subject to criminal background check

Service Details

Focus Areas

Homelessness & Housing, Veterans & Military Families

Weekly Hours

39

Location Type

Rural, Suburban, Urban

Service Type

Direct Service

Service Environment

Indoor and Outdoor

Placement

Individual Placement

Service Setting

Community-based Nonprofit, National Nonprofit/Affiliate

Activity Types

Hands On Activities, Office Activities, Professional Activities

Contact Information

Stacy Maliff
spatterson@rebuildingtogether.org

Hosted By

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AmeriCorps House Captain

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