Corpsmember - Safe Routes Internship

Southern-California-Mountains-Foundation; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Southern California Mountains Foundation invites applicants for a part-time, hourly Safe Routes to Schools Intern through the Urban Conservation Corps of the Inland Empire. You will work directly with Riverside County offices to implement walkability initiatives and safety education for students.

The role emphasizes outdoor activity, community outreach, and collaboration with diverse groups. A Livescan background check is required; bilingual ability is essential for outreach in Riverside and

Qualifications

• Bilingual (Spanish & English) required.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliable, self-starter with good organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct walkability workshops at schools and community sites.
• Lead train-the-trainer and pedestrian safety education programs.
• Organize and promote annual walk/bike to school events.
• Assist PTA volunteers and coordinate walking school buses and bicycle trains.
• Gather survey data pre/post and report findings.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish & English

Teamwork

Communication skills

Reliability & initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Southern California Mountains FoundationJob Title:Corpsmember - Safe Routes to Schools Intern (hiring a total of 1-2 positions)Reports to:Corpsmember Development ManagerDirect Reports:NoneStatus:Part-time, HourlyHours:Will Depend on the match sponsor's requested schedule (Riverside University Health System). Can be scheduled any day Mon-Fri. Flexibility required.Location:Report to Riverside University Health Systems4065 County Circle Dr, Riverside, CA 92503 Will be transported to cities in the County of Riverside:Moreno ValleyPalm SpringsCathedral City University Health SystemsIntroduction to the Organization:The Southern California Mountains Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that believes connecting communities to our public lands is the key to their survival. We mobilize individuals to inspire and engage in environmental citizenship. The Southern California Mountains Foundation supports youth development through conservation initiatives integrating environmental education, training and hands-on service projects; protects our natural resources through adult and family-led programming; and provides interpretive services that focus on outdoor recreation, responsible use, and stewardship of our natural environment. The Southern California Mountains Foundation is comprised of 30 full-time staff, 75-100 part-time employees and 750 volunteers. We achieve our mission through seven programs: (1) Urban Conservation Corps of the Inland Empire, (2) Big Bear Discovery Center, (3) Off-Highway Vehicles, (4) Fire Lookouts, (5) National Children’s Forest, (6) Music in the Mountains and (7) Big Bear Valley Trails.Introduction to the Urban Conservation Corps of the Inland Empire:The Urban Conservation Corps of the Inland Empire (UCCIE) is a certified Local Conservation Corps founded in 2006 by Bobby Vega and his wife Sandy Bonilla, out of a need to provide employment training to underserved transition age youth at risk of incarceration in the City of San Bernardino. The goal of the UCCIE is to provide at-risk transition age youth (18-26) with opportunities to succeed through job skills training, education, and work experience with an emphasis on service projects that benefit the community. The UCCIE is the largest program of the Southern California Mountains Foundation, with three main focus areas: (1) Conservation services , (2) Recycling services, and (3) Corpsmember development with an on-site John Muir charter school. The UCCIE is primarily funded by a variety of government grants, corporate and foundation grants, and fee-for-service projects. The UCCIE department has 15 full time staff that hire and train 50-60 young adult corpsmembers annually to work on conservation and recycling projects in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties.CorpsmemberThe UCCIE is a 12-month program that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, ages 18-26, to join our crews and education program. Corpsmembers (program participants) serve on crews of 4-10 individuals providing services to their community. The type of daily work varies. Participants will support recycling and conservation projects. Examples of work projects include: Recycling routes/events, e-waste and tire collection/events, trail building and maintenance, fence building and repair, and weed abatement. Program participants are provided on-the-job training and continuing education opportunities for up to 12 months. Training, uniforms, and transportation to the work sites is provided.Safe Routes to Schools Intern DesignationCorpsmembers that are designated as Safe Route to Schools Interns in our Urban Conservation Corps program will follow the guidelines and protocols listed above in addition to the ones for this direct placement. Interns will work directly out of specific offices with the County of Riverside to learn and administer their safe routes to schools program; which includes but is not limited to, providing surveys, education and community outreach to teach students about ways to engage in non motorized routes to get to school.Primary responsibilities:Provide walkability workshops at schools and community sitesConduct a train the trainer and pedestrian safety education programConduct walkability workshopsOrganize, promote and conduct annual international walk and bike to school eventsAssist target school PTA’s and volunteers in organizing and implementing walking school buses and walker programs and bicycle trainsCollect partners and/or student tally pre- and post-survey evaluations from the target schoolsLead safety campaign on school sites.Requirements:Corpsmember18-26 years of ageA resident of Riverside or San Bernardino CountiesAbility to perform extensive and repetitive physical activitiesLifting, bending, standing, and pushing/pulling for long periods of timeHiking on uneven terrainWilling and able to work outdoors in all types of weather conditionsWilling and able to participate in the UCCIE education programsAbility to work well with diverse groups of peopleInterested in career development and participation in field-study programsInterested in conservation issues, recycling, waste reduction, and natural resource projectsLivescan background check required prior to employmentMust submit a resume to be considered for this positionSafe Routes to School Intern DesignationBilingual (Spanish & English)Reliable transportation to designated site locationAbility to work well with diverse groups of peopleGood teamwork and communication skillsDependable and a self-starter Preferred Qualifications for Intern Designation:Expressed interest in an education and outreach (or related field) of studySome customer service backgroundCompensation:This is a part-time position. The Safe Routes Intern designation The schedule is primarily Monday to Friday with occasional Saturdays. Flexibility is required, as the schedule for the position with Riverside University Health Services will be determined by them. After the Safe Routes Intern designation ends, you will have the opportunity to remain a corpsmember, in which the work schedule is part-time and primarily Monday-Friday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM with occasional Saturdays. Flexibility is required.Hourly pay rate $17.50The Southern California Mountains Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class.