Energy and Water Conservation Corpsmembers participate in an intensive 1200 hour term that offers leadership development and an opportunity to serve your community with a diverse crew. Corpsmembers make a difference serving in the Denver community installing energy and water saving measures, including high-efficiency toilets (HETs) and compact florescent light bulbs. They build critical professional skills, grow as leaders, gain access and opportunities in the community, and have fun along the way. MHYC also supports Corpsmembers as they explore their future goals and strive towards their next steps.
Service Activities
Help clients reduce their utility bills by installing high-efficiency toilets, aerators, compact florescent light bulbs, and water efficient showerheads. You also offer information on energy and water conservation techniques.
Participate in service projects and Global Youth
Service Days that support local non-profits and our community
Provide logistics support including but not limited to, building, vehicle and tool maintenance
Hands-on technical training related to all projects and tools, leadership development, civic engagement, working with diverse clients, and educational opportunities through Xcel Energy and Denver Water, peer leadership, service learning, and Career and College Readiness
Community Need Addressed
In many of the low-income communities in the Denver Metro Area, homes use out-dated appliances that use large quantities of energy and water. This means higher utility bills for individuals and families that are already struggling financially, and a bigger environmental impact in a state with limited water resources.
Position Outcomes
By installing and/or retrofitting home with high efficiency product, environmental impact, i.e. water and energy use will decrease, along with utility bills for clients.
Benefits
Education award upon successful completion of service, Living allowance, Student loan forbearance, 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
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