AmeriCorps Volunteer: Student Support in High-Need Schools

Communities In Schools of San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living allowance

Hands-on professional experience

Job summary

A local educational nonprofit in San Antonio is hiring an AmeriCorps Volunteer (Internship) to provide educational support to at-risk students. The position offers hands-on experience in social work and counseling, requiring applicants to be pursuing a degree in a related field. Responsibilities include case management, group facilitation, and service coordination for students facing various challenges. This rewarding internship also provides a living allowance while helping to make a real difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Be 17 years or older.
• Hold US citizenship status.
• Pass a national service criminal history check.
• Receive a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide case-management services to economically disadvantaged students.
• Co-facilitate groups for students to build relationships.
• Coordinate services for various needs like academic and behavioral health.

Skills

Good written and oral communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Time management skills

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Desire to work with underserved youth

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Family Studies or other human services field

Job description

A local educational nonprofit in San Antonio is hiring an AmeriCorps Volunteer (Internship) to provide educational support to at-risk students. The position offers hands-on experience in social work and counseling, requiring applicants to be pursuing a degree in a related field. Responsibilities include case management, group facilitation, and service coordination for students facing various challenges. This rewarding internship also provides a living allowance while helping to make a real difference in students' lives.