Location: Rutledge,TN, USA
Appalachia CARES AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps members in the Appalachia CARES program will serve with community based organizations, not-for-profits, or local agencies to address community needs. Direct service focus areas are housing services, energy efficiency, and conservation. Members also support a broader impact on community development by expanding capacity of local organizations and recruiting and managing volunteers. Positions vary from seasonal to full-time/ one year terms, and specific skills and tasks vary based on partner needs. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.
Member Duties : Members will implement direct service in the community, including original programming and agency-guided projects and tasks. Daily service activities will be determined by the service site in which the member is placed, and relevant training and professional development will be provided when applicable. Members may serve in office settings, outdoors in park settings, at historic sites, on construction sites, or in shared community workspaces. Service opportunities are available in urban, rural, and suburban settings depending on the location and positions available.
Program Benefits : Health Coverage , Living Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Training , Education award upon successful completion of service .
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Uniforms provided and required , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas :
Community and Economic Development , Housing , Environment .
Skills :
None