California Emergency Response Corps AmeriCorps Member

4 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Bay Area Community Resources Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate AmeriCorps member to join our California Emergency Response Corps team. As a member, you will play a vital role in helping Californians prepare for and respond to natural disasters and food insecurities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Serve 40 hours per week through contract duration (11 months)
  • Complete mandatory training in-person or virtually as directed
  • Deploy to state-wide emergency operations 2 weeks each as determined by California Volunteers
  • Provide day-to-day support to nonprofit partner site(s), their mission, and internal programs
  • Attend recurring performance check-ins with CERC staff
  • Weekly communication, documentation, and timekeeping of hours and activities
  • Deliver service in the community through Disaster Preparedness Education, alleviating food insecurity at a local food bank or distribution site, providing needed resources to underserved communities
  • Willingness to become a local emergency responder in partnership with the American Red Cross
  • Ability to serve all required State/National Service Days (MLK Day, Caesar Chavez, 9/11 Remembrance)
Requirements
  • 18 years or older
  • U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
  • Live locally to nonprofit partner for day-to-day service
  • Two years professional or volunteer experience (in related fields), or Bachelor's Degree
  • Ability to potentially serve evenings and weekends when needed
  • Ability to deploy on short notice anywhere in California for disaster response for up to two weeks each
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Zoom, G Suite, and willingness to learn
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Experience
  • Ability to provide a consistent, professional, positive adult relationship with the public and host nonprofit site(s)
  • Confident oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to serve independently and make decisions
  • Willingness and ability to take initiative
  • Experience working in group and team settings
  • Ability to resolve differences professionally
  • High-level organizational skills
  • Management of assigned technology/equipment/uniforms
  • Ability to speak Spanish or other non-English language strongly preferred
Personal Qualities
  • Commitment to the mission and values of the partner agency and National Service
  • Strong leadership skills, flexibility, and adaptation
  • Growth mindset
  • Ability to inspire others
  • Ability to maintain motivation to achieve goals while dealing with challenges
  • Committed to community building and service
  • Can Do Attitude


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