Houston Disaster Recovery - AmeriCorps Program
Company: SBP
Location: Houston
Posted on: May 16, 2022
Job Description:
Description: Ready to make a difference?SBP is recruiting
AmeriCorps members to serve in all facets of our operation from
physical construction to community engagement and construction
coordination. YOU have an opportunity to drive change and deliver
hope to disaster-impacted families across our current operating
sites in Louisiana, Texas, Puerto Rico, and Florida! As an
AmeriCorps member serving with SBP, you will become part of the
growing national service movement, and have the opportunity to
develop and hone professional skills with a dynamic social-impact
organization that is pioneering a new model for disaster recovery.
Join SBP's AmeriCorps team and serve 10 months in one of the
following roles:Let's run with this language:
- As a Project Lead , you play a pivotal role in executing SBP's
innovative recovery model by directly rebuilding, constructing, and
fortifying the homes of disaster survivors. Not only do you learn
and master many phases of construction, but as a Project Lead, you
will also lead, mentor, and coach volunteers on-site, enabling SBP
to maintain momentum in our work to return more families home.
- As a Volunteer Coordinator , you will design and facilitate an
extraordinary volunteer experience that empowers individuals to
join SBP in our mission to shrink the time between disaster and
recovery. Imperative to SBP's sustainability, Volunteer
Coordinators bolster long-standing relationships with our volunteer
network while creatively identifying new ways to recruit and
promote external engagement with the organization.
- As a Supply & Logistics Coordinator , you will streamline SBP's
warehouse and delivery system operations. By prioritizing
efficiency and ensuring our sites have the materials they need,
Supply and Logistics Coordinators actively help SBP reduce its time
to bring disaster-impacted families back home.
- As a Construction Coordinator , you play a fundamental role in
maintaining the momentum of our operations by overseeing the
construction progress of our client's homes. Construction
Coordinators are involved with our projects from start to finish,
whether securing proper permits for each site, designing
subcontractor schedules, or monitoring overall site progress.
- As a Client Services Coordinator , you will champion SBP's work
to serve our disaster-impacted clients best, fortifying them from
reaching their breaking points. Client Services Coordinators serve
as a liaison for disaster survivors, offering them support
throughout their recovery journey by assessing needs, providing
referrals, and guiding the application or construction
processes.
- As a Disaster Corps Project Lead , you will embody SBP's
dedication to timely emergency response, deploying to
disaster-impacted communities following the immediate impact of
natural disasters. Project Leads who serve under SBP's Disaster
Corps actively share SBP's mission with the increasing number of
communities experiencing disasters every year. This role is ONLY
offered by the New Orleans and Houston operating sites. If you're
committed to learning, have a strong work ethic, and enjoy leading
volunteers, we want you on our team. Candidates without prior
construction or otherwise applicable experience are still
encouraged to apply.Watch our Anthem to hear how SBP is helping
prevent people from reaching their breaking point.Learn how
AmeriCorps members play a part in the growing national service
movement and have the opportunity to develop valuable professional
skills.Benefits:
- Monthly Living stipend of $1,600
- An additional $175 monthly housing stipend for individuals who
have previously served in AmeriCorps, NCCC, or VISTA
- An education award of $6,345 upon successful completion of each
10-month term
- Eligibility to postpone repayment of federally-guaranteed
student loans during their service term. (The National Service
Trust will also pay all or a portion of the interest that accrued
during the service period.)
- Free limited benefits health coverage
- Access to the AmeriCorps Member Assistance Program
- Child care assistance
- Valuable professional development and opportunities to further
their careerCOVID-19 Safety Statement: SBP requires COVID-19
vaccinations for all team members. SBP team members closely
interact with vulnerable populations. As such, we have an
obligation to ensure that no team member poses a direct threat to
the health or safety of our clients, themselves, or others in the
workplace. All vaccinated team members will be required to submit
photocopies of the front and back of their vaccination cards prior
to onboarding with SBP.PM22. Requirements:
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Keywords: SBP, Houston , Houston Disaster Recovery - AmeriCorps Program, Other , Houston, Texas
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