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"Fostering Hope to Support Community Wellbeing."
Pacific County Resiliency Corps Team is seeking 20 people who are committed to making a difference in the lives of the youth in beautiful Pacific County
Service Term : September 1, 2018- July 15, 2019
Job Description:Through the placement of members in various youth-serving organizations in Pacific County we will reduce adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and increaseresiliencyof our community’s youth. Our host sites and their members will work towards this goal by utilizing multiple strategies; such as presenting healthy activities, educational opportunities, strong interventions, parenting education, financial literacy, family engagement, youth mentoring, tutoring, career exploration, etc.
Program Benefits :
$1,307.82 monthly stipend
$5,920 education award
Health Coverage Childcare Assistance
Other benefits may apply
Position Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
Must be at least 17 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must be able to commit to 10 months of service and 40 hours per week (a total of 1800 hours).
Experience working with youth and a car is recommended.
Desired Skills/Abilities :The ability to communicate well verbally and in written format, to connect with youth and their families, to work in a team or independently, to meet deadlines, to be well organized and follow directions, recruitment skills, a passion for serving youth, leadership abilities, knowledge of youth development, teaching/tutoring skills, conflict resolution skills, public speaking skills, basic computers and technology knowledge and skills.
Apply now!
Service Term : September 1, 2018- July 15, 2019
Job Description:Through the placement of members in various youth-serving organizations in Pacific County we will reduce adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and increaseresiliencyof our community’s youth. Our host sites and their members will work towards this goal by utilizing multiple strategies; such as presenting healthy activities, educational opportunities, strong interventions, parenting education, financial literacy, family engagement, youth mentoring, tutoring, career exploration, etc.
Program Benefits :
$1,307.82 monthly stipend
$5,920 education award
Health Coverage Childcare Assistance
Other benefits may apply
Position Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
Must be at least 17 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must be able to commit to 10 months of service and 40 hours per week (a total of 1800 hours).
Experience working with youth and a car is recommended.
Desired Skills/Abilities :The ability to communicate well verbally and in written format, to connect with youth and their families, to work in a team or independently, to meet deadlines, to be well organized and follow directions, recruitment skills, a passion for serving youth, leadership abilities, knowledge of youth development, teaching/tutoring skills, conflict resolution skills, public speaking skills, basic computers and technology knowledge and skills.
Apply now!
14 Service Sites and 20 positions in Pacific County for 2018-2019!
Grays Harbor College Career ExplorationFocus: Healthy Futures- Job Skills 2016-2017 Member: Kat Staats Site Supervisor: Kent Smaciarz Site Location: Grays Harbor College Riverview Education Center, Raymond Description: Provide career exploration and future orientation training and activities "FORTE" to high school students in Pacific County to increase self-efficacy and future orientation and in turn increase resiliency to ACEs. This will include personal assessments and skill inventories, career research, employment outlooks, educational requirements and options, and career experience through employer presentations. Develop and facilitate workshops and presentations, develop and maintain a schedule of activities for all schools, collaborate with other organizations and businesses to provide students with information about career and training options. Participate in community events, meetings, and pro-social activities and maintain social media presence, collaborate and aid teammates in ongoing projects to form new partnerships and programs This position will provide career exploration and future orientation training and activities to high school students in Pacific County. This will include personal assessments and skill inventories, career research, employment outlooks, educational requirements and options, and career experience through employer presentations. The member will develop and facilitate workshops and presentations, develop and maintain a schedule of activities for all schools, collaborate with other organizations and businesses to provide students with information about career and training options, participate in community events, meetings, and pro-social activities while maintaining social media presence. Collaborate/Aid teammates in ongoing projects to form new partnerships and programs Collect supplemental materials to support student career exploration and future planning. Previous members: Kelsey Hopstad Website: FORTE More Information: Kelsey's AmeriBlog Previous Members: Becca Manlow, Kelsey Hopstad
Website: Small Businesses & Entrepreneur Resources In the News: Special forums for Twin Harbors entrepreneurs 
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Coastal Community Action Program
Focus: Healthy Futures - Site Specific
2017-2018 Member: Bennett Fairlie, Amanda King Site Supervisor: Jaime Scoones Site Location: Coastal Community Action Program (CCAP), Long Beach Description: Implement restorative practices in schools for the purpose of preventing injustice & conflict in our community through fostering hope to to support community wellbeing and reduce chilhood ACES. Member will Increase academic support and pro-social opportunities for low income youth, increasing access to basic needs and community resources for families living in poverty, increasing opportunities for parent education and family enrichment, and increasing access to community support for young adults so that they students can stay in school and thrive. Previous Members: Maria Mandt, Nichole Lopez, Hunter Garman, Nia Hill Facebook: In the News: Project Homeless Connect PHC Thanks Dispute Resolution CenterFocus: Education - Engagement
2017-2018 Member: Mike Geer-Wagenblast Site Supervisor: Astrid Aveledo Site Location: Dispute Resolution Center Description: Implement restorative practices in schools for the purpose of preventing injustice & conflict in our community. Bring people together to find lasting & effective solutions to conflict. The member will collaborative with the local schools to identify students that are exihibiting behaviors that could lead to formal disciplinary actions.The member will then recruit & manage community member volunteers to provide wrap around support to these students so that they students can stay in school and thrive. Previous Member: Kaiah Miller In the News: 
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Peninsula Poverty Response
Focus: Healthy Futures - Site Specific
2017-2018 Member: Ahnna Neace Site Supervisor: Karen Humber Site Location: Peninsula Poverty Response Description: Through advocacy, awareness, and action PPR strives to reduce the consquences related to poverty on the Long Beach peninsula. The AmeriCorps member would coordinate events & volunteers who would assist those who are experiencing homelessness or those who are at risk of homelessness in accessing housing and supportive resources. Previous Members: Maria Mandt, Nichole Lopez, Hunter Garman, Nia Hill Facebook: Overnight Winter Lodging In the News: Peninsula Poverty Response PPR Volunteer Project Homeless Connect PHC Thanks Overnight Winter Lodging OWL Volunteers OWL Wrap Up Asset Award First Luthern ChurchFocus: Nutrition & Community Health
Site Supervisor: Dale Larson Site Location: First Luthern Church Description: An education program that aims to educate the youth of the community about nutrition. Members will be expected to help with the community garden, teach youth groups about healthy eating, and educate the community about nutrition. New Site Crisis Support NetworkFocus: Healthy Futures - Health Education
2018 Member: Ally Rose Site Supervisor: Kathryn Burr Site Location: All Jr/Sr High Schools in Pacific County and CSN offices Description: Raise awareness by the facilitation of best practice curriculum that focus on the warning signs and effects of physical and sexual abuse. The “Healthy Relationships Project” will help build skills among the students attending junior/senior high school in Pacific County on how to establish and maintain healthy relationships, thus increasing resiliency to ACEs. Currently educating students at Naselle Youth Camp and Raymond High School. Previous Member: Colton Sorlie, Rachel Grayson Safe Dates Brochure In the News: Domestic Violence discussions highlight the importance of healthy relationships 
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Pacific County Resiliency Corps
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Pacific County Resiliency Corps Team is seeking 5 people who are committed to making a difference in the lives of the youth in beautiful Pacific County, WA from February 16, 2018- September 1, 2018
Service Locations: Boys & Girls Club of Long Beach Peninsula, Crisis Support Network, Teen Advocacy Coalition/Willapa Community Network, & First Lutheran Church of South Bend!
Through the placement of members in various youth-serving organizations in Pacific County we will reduce adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and increase resiliency of our community’s youth. Our host sites and their members will work towards this goal by utilizing multiple strategies; such as presenting healthy activities, educational opportunities, strong interventions, parenting education, financial literacy, family engagement, youth mentoring, tutoring, career exploration, etc.
Position Requirements : Must be a U.S. Citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
Must be at least 17 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must be able to commit to 6 months of service and 40 hours per week (a total of 900 hours).
Experience working with youth and a car is recommended.
Members will receive a monthly stipend of $1208.86 health coverage, AmeriCorps training, site specific training, childcare (if eligible),and an educational award of $5,815 (upon completion of service) that can be used to pay back qualifying loans. Members can look forward to gaining valuable experience in human and social services, leadership, networking, community organizing, etc. Members may also qualify for assistance with food, a cell phone, housing, transportation, and loan deferment during the term of service.
Program Benefits :
$1,202.86 monthly stipend
$2,907.50 education award
Health Coverage Childcare Assistance
Other benefits may apply
To Apply: Please send your resume and a cover letter that indicates which sites you're interested in serving at to Becky Fischer at fischerb@willapabh.org. Or apply online at my.americorps.gov.These positions are contingent on funding.
Service Locations: Boys & Girls Club of Long Beach Peninsula, Crisis Support Network, Teen Advocacy Coalition/Willapa Community Network, & First Lutheran Church of South Bend!
Through the placement of members in various youth-serving organizations in Pacific County we will reduce adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and increase resiliency of our community’s youth. Our host sites and their members will work towards this goal by utilizing multiple strategies; such as presenting healthy activities, educational opportunities, strong interventions, parenting education, financial literacy, family engagement, youth mentoring, tutoring, career exploration, etc.
Position Requirements : Must be a U.S. Citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
Must be at least 17 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must be able to commit to 6 months of service and 40 hours per week (a total of 900 hours).
Experience working with youth and a car is recommended.
Members will receive a monthly stipend of $1208.86 health coverage, AmeriCorps training, site specific training, childcare (if eligible),and an educational award of $5,815 (upon completion of service) that can be used to pay back qualifying loans. Members can look forward to gaining valuable experience in human and social services, leadership, networking, community organizing, etc. Members may also qualify for assistance with food, a cell phone, housing, transportation, and loan deferment during the term of service.
Program Benefits :
$1,202.86 monthly stipend
$2,907.50 education award
Health Coverage Childcare Assistance
Other benefits may apply
To Apply: Please send your resume and a cover letter that indicates which sites you're interested in serving at to Becky Fischer at fischerb@willapabh.org. Or apply online at my.americorps.gov.These positions are contingent on funding.
