American Youthworks
FOUNDED IN: 1981
Address:
1901 E. Ben White Blvd.
Austin, Texas
78741
HEAT - Houston Environmental Action Team Leaders and Members | Houston, TX
JOB DETAILS
Actively Recruiting: Yes
Position title: HEAT - Houston Environmental Action Team Leaders and Members | Houston, TX
Type of Position: Corpsmember / Intern
Town, City, Park, etc: Houston
State / Territory: Texas
Benefits: Education Award, Health Insurance
Project/Program Focus: Habitat Restoration, Invasive Species Management, Landscaping, Native Plants, Other
ORGANIZATION/PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Founded in 1975, American YouthWorks connects young people with equitable access to educational and career opportunities, and support services through the Texas Conservation Corps, Louisiana Conservation Corps and YouthBuild Austin programs. In a supportive learning environment, participants learn new job skills by addressing urgent community issues such as building micro homes for shelterless individuals, disaster response through FEMA deployments, environmental resilience, and access to affordable housing and healthcare. AYW programs are award-winning models that welcome youth and young adults from diverse backgrounds, offering connection to innovative education and career training that can lead to meaningful employment and career opportunities.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Help Keep Houston Beautiful on the Houston Environmental Action Team (HEAT) Crew!
All experiences welcome. We want to learn from you as you learn with us! Texas Conservation Corps’ Houston Environmental Action Team (HEAT) is an AmeriCorps opportunity for young adults focused on community engagement through inclusive urban conservation in the Houston area.
The Texas Conservation Corps’ Houston Environmental Action Team (HEAT) is a full-time AmeriCorps opportunity for young adults local to the Houston area that focuses on local urban conservation and restoration projects. This crew works locally on a regular schedule, Monday-Friday.
APPLICATIONS DUE: ASAP!
AMERICORPS TERM LENGTH (675 HOUR)
- Crew Leader + Crew Member: April 22 – August 30, 2024
COMPENSATION
Crew Leader: $2,720/month
Crew Member: $2,400/month
BENEFITS
- $1,459.26-$6,895 | Segal AmeriCorps Education Award: money for qualified student loans, higher education and training programs.
- — Health insurance (at no cost to participants)
- — Member Support Services and Case Management
- — Non-private student loan deferment
- — First Aid certification
- — Technical and Fundamental skills training
- — Support Service Funds (financial assistance with transportation, food, vital documents, bills, and other financial needs accordingly)
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED
- Ages 18 and up
- US Citizenship or lawful permanent US Resident
- Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather types while doing demanding labor with hand & power tools
- Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
- Strong service ethic and commitment to completing an entire term of service with a desire to serve the community and the environment
HOW TO APPLY
Apply here (Two-Step Process: 1. Interest Form & 2. Full Application): https://veoci.com/v/p/form/a6vrjwkwv3tr?c=133766
*The Full Application link is emailed after completing an Interest Form*
General Crew Type, Open Position, Qualifications, and Benefits Information found on our website here: https://americanyouthworks.org/programs/cc/join/
JOB DUTIES
CONTACT INFORMATION
Texas Conservation Corps of American YouthWorks
Email: [email protected]
Main Office Phone: 512-744-1900 (choose respective region on menu options)
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