Job description

Make a positive change in the lives of others and yourself! The Santa Barbara County AmeriCorps Partnership is recruiting members to support homeless and veteran services programs in Lompoc, Santa Barbara, and Santa Maria.

Roles and responsibilities of members include:

• Assisting clients in accessing resources and benefits including Medi-Cal and Medicare, housing applications, food banks, mental health services, etc.
• Enrolling beneficiaries in the Homeless Management Information System
• Housing beneficiaries by utilizing community resources
• Collaborating with community partners on housing retention activities
• Street outreach in Santa Barbara County
• Volunteer recruitment and management

Benefits of Service:

• Part Time and Full Time Membership Options
• Flexible Schedule
• Up to $2125 Monthly Stipend
• Up to $10000 Education Award
• Professional Development
• Networking Opportunities in Social Services, Nonprofits, and Government
• Loan Forbearance
• Leadership Training
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Healthcare + Childcare at Full Time

Job Type: Full-time OR Part-time, 1 Year Contract from September 12th 2022 through August 31st 2023

COVID-19 considerations:
Masks, gloves, and sanitary materials will be provided as needed. Vaccination Required at certain sites.

We are holding interviews now!

Basic Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national or a lawful permanent resident alien of the U.S.
• Must undergo a National Sex Offender Registry check and a criminal history check.
• Must be at least 17 years or older.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED or agree to obtain one while serving.

Service Location: Lompoc, Santa Barbara, Santa Maria

Agencies our members serve with:

• Northern Santa Barbara County United Way
• Santa Barbara County Department of Social Services
• Channel Islands YMCA
• Santa Barbara County Probation Department
• Santa Barbara County Public Defenders Office
• Santa Barbara Sheriff's Office
• Sanctuary Centers
• Good Samaritan Shelter
•  LAGS Recovery Center
•  Housing Authority of Santa Barbara County

The agencies above focus on mental health services, criminal justice advocacy, housing acquisition/retention, and general social services.

Members serve as a part of AmeriCorps which encompasses 75,000 members across the country each year. Members are assigned to one of a variety of non-profit and public agency partners for their term of service.

We are seeking compassionate individuals who are interested in making a difference. Candidates should have a full year of availability, from September 12th 2022 through August 31st, 2023

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $1,125.00 - $2,125.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Masks/PPE provided as necessary. Some service sites require applicants be vaccinated or willing to undergo vaccination.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Santa Maria, CA 93454: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to submit to a background check?

Work Location: One location

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