AmeriCorps House Captain (Fall 2024)

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Summary of Position

Nothing is more satisfying than seeing your work have an immediate and direct impact on the problem you’re trying to solve.  AmeriCorps House Captains measure their time with Rebuilding Together in the number of grab bars installed and injuries from falls prevented, weatherization projects completed and utility bills lowered, and wheelchairs ramps built and independence restored. They complete hands-on repairs as part of prep work or punchlist for a project day.  On project days, AmeriCorps House Captains lead volunteers from all backgrounds and skill levels to complete a variety of construction activities. Wherever possible, they teach and empower volunteers to learn new skills and safely implement them on the worksite.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete direct hands-on repairs, including but not limited to: rough/trim carpentry, tile work, grab bar installation, wheel chair ramp/safe entry/egress repairs, interior/exterior painting, and weatherization.
• If contractors or skilled-trades volunteers will be utilized to complete a portion of work on a home, coordinate with these individuals to plan the work, and ensure a high quality of work is completed within the timeline of the project.
• Assist with purchase and delivery of crucial project needs, including: tools and materials, personal protective equipment, dumpsters and other rented items, water and snacks.  Assist with logistics through pulling, staging, stocking, and delivery of construction materials as well as keeping the warehouse organized.
• Meet with clients to complete home assessments, develop a work scope and materials list, and collaborate with other team members to develop a project timeline (especially if coordination with volunteers or contractors is required).
• Oversee general volunteers in completing direct hands-on repairs.  Ensure that volunteers are trained in their task and have access to tools/materials, that proper safety procedures are being followed, that the work product is of good quality, and that volunteers enjoyed and feel appreciated for their service.
• Where possible, encourage and support volunteers to safely try new construction tasks and build their skill sets.  Educate homeowners about the repairs that were completed and any new or recommended home maintenance.
• Conduct on-site volunteer orientation, including: history of affiliate and community, site/tool/neighborhood safety, homeowner biography, and project work scope.

Requirements

Required

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and use of internet
• Ability to serve with and for a diverse community and staff
• Comfort with speaking and presenting in front of large groups--experience training or teaching adults/volunteers is a plus
• Solid interpersonal skills and ability to make connections and build relationships with volunteers
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible
• Ability to work with diverse clients, volunteers, and staff to create a friendly, helpful atmosphere

Preferred

• Experience with construction methods, home repair, and housing issues
• Experience with managing or coordinating volunteers and contractors
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant life/work experience

Benefits

Living allowance over all 11-month terms of service:

• Full-time 40hrs/wk (1700hr term) - $23,500/term
• Part-time 20hrs/wk (900hr term) - $12,441/term
• Quarter-time 12hrs/wk (450hr term) - $6,221/term

Additional one-time payment for second year+ members of any AmeriCorps program:

• Full-time 40hrs/wk (1700hr term) - $600
• Part-time 20hrs/wk (900hr term) - $350
• Quarter-time 12hrs/wk (450hr term) - $125

Travel to one optional in-person Rebuilding Together event with other AmeriCorps members (Details TBD).

Health insurance including dental and vision plans (only available to full-time 1700hr members).

Professional development benefit up to $800/member provided by RT National.

Mental Health benefit provided by RT National (covers 6 visits with a mental health professional OR 6 months of an online/tele-service subscription).

Education Award for qualifying education expenses or loans, upon completion of the term of service:

• Full-time 40hrs/wk (1700hr term) – $7,395
• Part-time 20hrs/wk (900hr term) – $3,697.50
• Quarter-time 12hrs/wk (450hr term) – $1,956.35

Federal student loan forbearance and interest accrual payment.

Positions are eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

AmeriCorps childcare benefit.

To learn more about our benefits and/or commitment requirements, visit our FAQ page on our website at www.rebuildingtogether.org/capacitycorps.