Description of Duties

AmeriCorps Member Position Assigned Service Activities: 

• Service members will assist with the planning, organizing & execution of programming that will assist with increasing employability, financial literacy and housing opportunities for those in need. 
• Provide positive impact of financial literacy services for economically disadvantaged individuals 
• Find positive outcomes for community members who were supported by AmeriCorps programs as they transition into quality affordable housing 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities 

Reporting to service as scheduled 

• Submitting timesheet weekly for biweekly payroll 
• Completing all required training courses 
• Providing support to the Program Director in regard to creating programming opportunities for the community 
• Reporting and tracking data from all events and encounters with community members 
• Will conduct workshops and activities for community members 

Non-Essential Functions 

• Add to the positive environment in which we serve in 
• Attending training courses 
• Reporting to service on time and in proper uniform 
• Remaining open to learning new skills that will help the community

Minimum Qualifications 

• Certify that they have or will obtain the diploma/GED to be in accordance with the PD manual requirements 
• Be 17 years or older at the start of service (no upper age limit) 
• Pass a national service criminal history check
• Hold one of the following citizenship statuses: US citizen, US national, or Lawful Permanent Resident  

Preferred Skills and Qualifications 

• Must have a medium to high level of comfortability with using Microsoft Office 
• General office skills (answering phone calls from the community, filing, being organized, etc.) 
• Ability to learn a new skill, assist with completing tasks and serving the community 

Schedule 

Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:00 p.m., and some Saturdays for events and CFI Community Events 

Training First week of service, approx. 35 hours and once a month as scheduled by the Program Director