AmeriCorp - Sacramento Children's Home (Sacramento CA)

Apply Now- Interviews taking place until March 6th 2020 or until filled

AmeriCorps is a community service program that is funded by the government and participating community partners, which is designed to help communities meet the specified needs in their area by recruiting and training individuals who are willing to devote one to two years serving in selected community projects. For more information on AmeriCorps, please visit www.americorps.gov.

Please note, that these are not Sacramento Children’s Home Employee positions. They are National Service positions through AmeriCorps and the Child Abuse Prevention Council (CAPC).

Living Allowance & Benefits:

AmeriCorps Living Allowance for the 2019-20 Program Year is $803.57 bi-monthly. After successfully completing a contract of 900 hours before August 31st, AmeriCorps members are eligible for an education award of up to $3,047.50 that can be used for tuition, student loans, books, etc. through the Corporation for National & Community Service. Health Care benefits are available as needed, and childcare is available based on total household income.

Overview:

Founded in 1867, the Sacramento Children's Home is the oldest active charity in Sacramento, & among the most highly respected. Serving over 7,000 children & over 4,000 families every year, with eight programs across six locations, we offer excellent career advancement opportunities while making a positive impact in your community. We are looking for individuals who are interested in serving the many diverse communities in Sacramento County and who are committed to providing culturally responsive support services to the families served.

The Birth & Beyond Family Resource Center’s focus on engaging and supporting families with children ages 0-18 by offering a range of supportive services, activities, and opportunities that respond holistically to the needs and hopes of local residents and families. Family Resource Centers collaborate broadly across systems and provide effective supports based on a deep understanding of the community served.

We are looking for people who are interested in serving the many diverse communities in Sacramento County by providing culturally responsive support services to the families served. Individual’s will serve as a liaison and a cultural guide; and will work with a multidisciplinary team under the direction of the Program Manager and Family Resource Center Coordinator to ensure that service planning and service delivery is equitable among program participants. We are currently recruiting for the following position: Home Visitor.

Home Visitor:

The Home Visitor (HV) is responsible for developing a relationship with the family by working in their home and community to build upon the strengths of the families. Under the direction of the Team Leader, the HV will provide trauma informed, strength-based, and culturally responsive parenting education services to the families on their caseload. HV will also act as a liaison for the family to support with communication to social service, medical and mental health providers.

Preferences

Reflect those who reside in the service neighborhood

Bi-Lingual in Spanish, Farsi, Urdu, Afghani, Pashto, Hmong, Russian and/or Vietnamese is a PLUS!

AA or BA Degree in a Social Science is preferred but not required.

One-year prior experience working in neighborhood, community and/or social services is a plus.

Ability to serve as a catalyst for change by modeling and mentoring behavioral change, which can break down bias, prejudice, and other institutional barriers that exist.

TO APPLY: submit your resume to jobs@kidshome.org