AmeriCorps

Job Details

AmeriCorps members will assist with recruitment and outreach to our target audience to increase client engagement in Mission Services offerings, with the goal of helping individuals achieve gainful employment.

Responsibilities

• Use several methods to reach clients: outreach calls, texts, social media, and other channels.
• Log all data into the assigned case management system.
• Recruit volunteers for GoodwillSR programs such as the Voluntary Income Tax Assistance Program.
• Participate in multiple training programs to gain skills and knowledge.
• Implement several outreach service methods, including phone calls, emails, text messaging, social media campaigns, geo-marketing/geo-tracking, and special events.
• Re-engage clients who have not visited the center for 31 days or more.
• Invite clients to job fairs and special events.
• Inform clients about services such as classes, free tax prep, Veterans Services, certification training, etc.
• Outreach to our rural population using virtual services and opportunities offered by GoodwillSR.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work Monday through Friday (8:30 – 5:00) with holidays and time off allowed.
• Must complete 1700 hours in 11 months.

Benefits

• Bi-weekly stipend
• Free medical insurance
• Childcare assistance
• PREFERRED HIRING STATUS ON MILITARY BASES AFTER COMPLETION OF THE PROGRAM
• Student loans can be deferred while in the program
• $7,000 educational scholarship after completion of service (Award can be used to further education at your choice of school, pay off student loans)

Schedule

Monday – Friday (8:30 – 5:00) with Holidays and time off allowed.

Pay

N/A

Service Areas

Community and Economic Development

Skills

• Teamwork and Communication Skills