Habitat for Humanity OC AmeriCorps Program
Change the world – one family and home at a time. Join AmeriCorps and work at Habitat OC. Learn – Transform – Improve
What is AmeriCorps?
AmeriCorps is the national service initiative that provides community service opportunities to people of all ages and backgrounds. Through their service, AmeriCorps members address critical needs in local communities such as building affordable housing, tutoring and mentoring youth, fighting illiteracy, improving health services, teaching computer skills, cleaning parks and streams, and helping communities respond to disasters. Habitat OC works with AmeriCorps members to build homes and relationships with our families and volunteers.
Each year, Habitat OC welcomes a new group of AmeriCorps members who serve as team leaders, trainers, supervisors and community ambassadors. The AmeriCorps members are an integral part of our team, both on the construction site and in the office. Through their efforts and service, AmeriCorps members increase capacity for Habitat OC and allow us to serve more local, working families.
AmeriCorps Members Will:
Work together with Habitat OC families and volunteers to build affordable, common homes.
Work together with Habitat OC families and volunteers to build affordable, common homes.
Work with potential partner families through the application process.
Develop procedures and build capacity for new programs such as the Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative and the ReStore.
Develop a sense of citizenship by serving and reflecting on their experience as team leaders and community organizers.
Duration of Commitment?
VISTA members are expected to commit to a full year of service, while National Direct Members commit to 11 months. Most positions start in either August or September. Serving approximately 40 hours per week is necessary for each member to achieve the minimum required service hours. AmeriCorps members are accepted on a yearly basis, and may serve a maximum of three years in any AmeriCorps program (with some exceptions).
Benefits
A living allowance of approximately $12,530 – $16,716
$500 monthly rental stipend paid directly to the member’s landlord
Health insurance or healthcare allowance provided
Holiday and vacation time
AmeriCorps sweatshirt and t-shirt
Loan forbearance on most student loans
Interest accrued on qualifying student loans while serving in the program may be reimbursed by federal government
Segal Education Award ($5,730) or end-of-service stipend ($1,500 – VISTA only option) upon successful completion of program
Questions
If you have questions about serving with Habitat OC in the AmeriCorps program, please contact the Habitat OC AmeriCorps Host Site Manager or call 714-434-6200 x239.
Please note that acceptance into the program is subject to official position approval, a background check, and applicant approval from Habitat for Humanity International.
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