CMSC: Capacity Building Specialist (CMS)

AmeriCorps; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 12,276 - 17,856; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Allowance

Stipend

Education award upon completion

Training

Job summary

CMSC: Capacity Building Specialist volunteer opportunity in New York under the AmeriCorps CMSC program to support youth engagement, conflict resolution, restorative practices, and community cohesion.

Requires a high school diploma/GED, age 17+, part-time schedule. Program runs 09/08/2026 to 08/06/2027. Contact Ahmed Rodriguez at Jamaica NY, 585-546-5110 or [e-mail] for details.

Qualifications

• Experience in conflict resolution and youth development.
• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to engage with peers and community members.
• General skills applicable to community programs.

Responsibilities

• Support outreach and tabling at community events.
• Engage participants and foster youth engagement.
• Assist with mediation, restorative practices, and program activities.
• Track data and support workshops and community events.

Skills

Conflict Resolution

Leadership

General Skills

Youth Development

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

The Community Mediation Service Corps (CMSC) is an AmeriCorps program administered by the New York State Dispute Resolution Association (NYSDRA) that strengthens Community Dispute Resolution Centers (CDRCs) across New York State through capacity-building service. CMSC members support activities that expand organizational effectiveness, increase community impact, and improve access to conflict resolution services. Service activities may include outreach and community engagement, volunteer recruitment and coordination, case management support, participant services, data and systems improvements, program development, and other initiatives that strengthen the capacity of local organizations to meet community needs. By increasing the capacity of Community Dispute Resolution Centers, CMSC helps expand access to mediation, restorative practices, conflict coaching, family services, youth programs, and other Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) services throughout New York State. Members play an important role in helping organizations serve more individuals, families, schools, and communities while strengthening the sustainability of the statewide ADR network. CMSC members receive professional training, mentorship, networking opportunities, and hands-on experience that support their personal and professional growth. Through service, members develop leadership, communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills while exploring careers in ADR, education, nonprofit leadership, human services, public service, and related fields. By investing in both people and organizations, CMSC develops the next generation of conflict resolution practitioners while creating stronger, more connected, and more resilient communities.

Member Duties :

The Youth Services Specialist Volunteer supports community-based youth engagement, conflict resolution, and restorative practices initiatives in Queens. The Volunteer assists with outreach, tabling events, participant engagement, and activities that strengthen community cohesion and support young people. Responsibilities may include supporting mediation and restorative practices programming, assisting with Friendship Bench implementation, helping connect youth and community members to available resources, and supporting direct services as appropriate. The Volunteer may also assist with workshops, community events, data tracking, and other activities that expand access to conflict resolution and peer support services. Through these efforts, the Volunteer helps CMS build stronger community connections and increase opportunities for positive youth development.

Program Benefits :

• Living Allowance
• Stipend
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Training

Terms

None

Service Areas

Children/Youth .

Skills

• Conflict Resolution
• Leadership
• General Skills
• Youth Development

Program Type

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

CMSC: Capacity Building Specialist (CMS)

Program Start/End Date

09/08/2026 - 08/06/2027

Work Schedule

Part Time

Education level

High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement

Minimum: 17 Maximum: None

Program Locations

NEW YORK

Languages

English

Accepting Applications

From 09/12/2025 To 12/31/2026

Contact

Ahmed Rodriguez

8964 163rd St

Jamaica NY 11432

585-546-5110

[e-mail]

Listing ID

121258