AmeriCorps Disaster Relief Positions Available

About SBP

SBP is a national disaster relief organization that is currently seeking passionate and dedicated leaders to join SBP’s AmeriCorps team in our efforts to rebuild disaster impacted areas nationwide. SBP recruits exceptional high school and college graduates, talented professionals and dedicated retirees who are ready to commit themselves to 5-10 months of service that will meet the needs of American citizens impacted by disasters.

With affiliates currently in New York, New Jersey, South Carolina and Louisiana, you will become a part of a flourishing, one-of-a-kind AmeriCorps team and have the opportunity to develop valuable professional skills with a dynamic organization that is pioneering a new model for disaster recovery. AmeriCorps members serve in virtually all facets of SBP’s operation, so you will have the opportunity to gain a variety of skill sets according to your professional goals.

Typical AmeriCorps positions with SBP include Client Service Coordinators, Construction Site Supervisors, Volunteer Coordinators, and Supply and Logistics positions.

SBP AmeriCorps Positions

For more detailed position descriptions, please visit: http://sbpusa.org/get-involved/americorps .

We are currently selecting members for the following positions to begin serving in Baton Rouge, LA; New Orleans, LA; Columbia, SC; Far Rockaway, NY; and Sea Bright, NJ starting April, June, and September.

• Site Supervisor: Site Supervisors are the voice and face of SBP out in the field. These members lead groups of skilled and unskilled volunteers in construction projects on our clients’ homes, engaging with diverse groups of people on a daily basis. A Site Supervisor is responsible for providing training to our volunteers, maintaining a safe and clean worksite, monitoring safety and quality and ensuring that all tasks are completed on schedule. Site Supervisors are provided a 6 week training in the field of construction so no skill set is required but preferred.
• Supply & Logistics Coordinator: Supply & Logistics Coordinators are the backbone of our construction department. Under the supervision of the Warehouse Manager these coordinators ensure that each job site is properly stocked so that our trades teams, project managers and site supervisors have what they need when they need it.
• Supply & Logistics Coordinator (In-Office Construction Coordination): In-Office Supply & Logistics Coordinators ensure construction sites are provided and tracked with necessary tools and materials on time and accurately so that our Project Managers and Site Supervisors have what they need when they need it. They manage subcontractors, secure building permits, and schedule building inspections.
• Client Services Coordinator: A Client Service Coordinator is an advocate and liaison to SBP’s clients from application to completion of construction and move-in while working with clients to remove barriers to their recovery. As the sole point of contact for our clients, Client Services Coordinator foster strong relationships and educate homeowners on SBP’s mission and policies.
• Volunteer Coordinator: Volunteer Coordinators support SBP’s mission by creating an extraordinary volunteer experience that gets people excited about continuing their engagement with SBP. Volunteer Coordinators will build relationships with volunteers before their trip, welcome them when they are on their trip, and work diligently to keep them engaged once they are done volunteering.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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
• Satisfy the National Service Criminal History Check eligibility criteria pursuant to 45 CFR 2540.202.
• 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.

Benefits:

• Living allowance of $1,253 monthly
• An additional $150 housing stipend for individuals who have previously served in AmeriCorps, NCCC, or VISTA
• Education award of $5,775 upon successful 10 month term completion
• Free limited benefits health coverage
• Child care assistance
• Valuable professional development
• Potential opportunities to travel in order to respond to disaster events

How to apply

All applicants should apply via SBP’s online application at: http://sbpusa.org/get-involved/americorps .

For more information on AmeriCorps, visit www.americorps.gov.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $1,253.00 /month

Required education:

• High school or equivalent