AmeriCorps Client Preparedness Coordinator

Position Summary:

Client Preparedness Coordinators execute community-wide preparedness engagements and work with SBP's clients to increase their knowledge and capacity to make more informed disaster preparedness decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver preparedness and disaster resilience trainings and execute community-wide engagement events at assigned Operating Sites
• Conduct outreach activities with the goal of developing partnerships to collaborate on preparedness and readiness initiatives and expand reach throughout the local community
• Accurately document and track records, including resource distribution, attendance/participation at engagements, post-engagement feedback, and outreach and development with strong attention to detail through the use of software such as Canva, Google Sheets, Salesforce, and Form Assembly
• Work with Volunteer Coordinators to engage with previous volunteers and groups by regularly communicating about upcoming preparedness trainings and events
• Customize preparedness materials to be specific with local information and resources.
• Distribute disaster preparedness resources to current and past SBP clients
• Assist current and past SBP clients with the creation of preparedness plans and linking them with additional external resources as needed
• Collaborate with Client Service Coordinators to embed preparedness information into the client services process and provide support and tracking of engagement by meeting regularly to discuss progress
• Meet regularly with supervisor to discuss goals, priorities, professional development, and any other issues and be open to regular coaching and feedback
• Participate in outreach and planning for preparedness special events that support the goals of the AmeriCorps project
• Support fundraising efforts that meet the goals of the AmeriCorps project (This will account for less than 10% of a member's total hours.)
• Adhere to SBP's Construction Manual and Safety Protocol and participate in regular safety training.
• Participate in September 11th Day of Remembrance and Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service events, which may take place on a weekend or during holidays and include activities outside of the scope of typical day-to-day functions
• Per 45 CFR §2540.100, member activities do not supplement, duplicate, or displace staff or volunteers Qualifications
• Be at least 17 years of age or older
• Have a high school diploma or its equivalent
• Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States
• Strong interpersonal skills, including active listening
• Ability to maintain a calm, professional demeanor in challenging situations, including client crises
• Ability to clearly communicate needs and expectations to people of various backgrounds
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Pass a criminal history check to include

National Sex Offender Registry, State, and FBI AmeriCorps Program Benefits:

• Stipend of $2,227.90 per month (pre-tax) The stipend may not exceed $22,279 for the entire term of service
• Free individual health insurance that includes vision and dental
• A housing stipend of $175/month for AmeriCorps alumni
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $500 for eligible members
• Segal Education Award of $7,395 (Can be used as tuition assistance and/or for repaying qualified student loans and is awarded upon successful completion of a 10-month/1700 hours term of service)
• AmeriCorps Childcare Benefits Program
• Student loan forbearance for qualified loans
• Free Mental Health, Financial, and Legal support through the

Member Assistance Program Commitment Required:

Full-Time members will serve 1700 service hours. Members are required to serve 43 hours a week. A typical service week is Monday - Friday; however, volunteer events often occur on Saturday and will require attendance. Members will have ample opportunity to complete 1700 hours of service.

Pay:

$2,227.90 per month

Work Location:

In person