AmeriCorps is Hiring a SBP Disaster Response & Recovery Near Orleans, LA
SBP is a social impact organization focused on disaster resilience and recovery. We're seeking passionate leaders to join our AmeriCorps team and support more than 10,000 annual volunteers in rebuilding homes. Our work returns more than 800 people to safe, sanitary, and secure living conditions after natural disasters each year. AmeriCorps members serving with SBP directly impact our clients’ lives by coordinating construction projects, organizing volunteers, and supporting clients with the application and rebuilding process. AmeriCorps members achieve measurable results for our clients, gain leadership experience and create connections with volunteers and corporate partners. Join us as an AmeriCorps member and you will develop skills in public speaking, problem-solving, and (for our construction team) home construction. You will also receive coaching and mentorship from SBP managers that are invested in your success as a leader! We have rolling start dates throughout the year, please feel free to message us if you're curious about specific start dates for the location you're interested in. We are always recruiting; it's never too early to apply! Further help on this page can be found by clicking here . Member Duties : PROJECT LEAD: Complete basic construction tasks and lead teams of volunteers in construction work DISASTER CORPS: Deploy to recent disasters to support critical response activities SUPPLY & LOGISTICS COORDINATOR: Coordinate the operations of SBP’s warehouse and delivery system to ensure that project sites have the needed tools and materials CONSTRUCTION COORDINATOR: Coordinate subcontractor schedules, secure permits, and monitor the progress of construction projects CLIENT SERVICES COORDINATOR: Serve as the point of contact for clients. Assess clients’ needs, provide referrals, and offer support to clients through the application and rebuilding processes. VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR: Recruit, orient, and support volunteers who are serving with SBP. CLIENT PREPAREDNESS COORDINATOR: Lead community-wide disaster preparedness campaigns Program Benefits : Relocation Allowance , Stipend , Training , Childcare assistance if eligible , Education award upon successful completion of service , Health Coverage , Living Allowance . TermsUniforms provided and required , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours . Service AreasEnvironment , Community Outreach , Housing , Community and Economic Development , Hurricane Katrina , Neighborhood Revitalization , Disaster Relief . SkillsNone Refine Search SummaryProgram Type:AmeriCorps State / National ProgramSBP Disaster Response & Recovery Program Start/End Date07/16/2024 - 05/16/2025 Work Schedule Full Time Education levelHigh school diploma/GED Age RequirementMinimum: 17 Maximum: None Program Locations FLORIDA , LOUISIANA , KENTUCKY LanguagesEnglish Accepting ApplicationsFrom 05/08/2024 To 06/28/2024 To ApplyPhone 225-286-3702 E-mail recruitment@sbpusa.org Website sbpusa.org/join/americorps Contact Andrea Levine 2645 TOULOUSE ST New Orleans LA 70119 2252863702 recruitment@sbpusa.org sbpusa.org Listing ID 78692