Healthy Choices AmeriCorps

AmeriCorps

San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 26,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Education award upon successful completion of service

Childcare assistance if eligible

Living Allowance

Health Coverage

Job summary

A national service organization is seeking members for the Healthy Choices AmeriCorps program in San Francisco. This role involves mentoring youth, leading school engagement activities, and supporting positive school climates. Members will receive regular training in restorative practices and social-emotional learning. The position offers education awards, childcare assistance, and health coverage upon successful service completion. Applicants need to be college graduates and meet specific age requirements. Join us to make a difference in the community!

Qualifications

Support school‑based mentor programs and youth.
Lead groups and activities to foster student engagement.
Attend professional development meetings.

Responsibilities

Mentor youth and lead engagement activities.
Organize materials and schedules.
Coordinate with school personnel and attend meetings.

Skills

Social Services

Education

Leadership

Team Work

Recruitment

Counseling

Conflict Resolution

Writing/Editing

Community Organization

Youth Development

Fine Arts/Crafts

Communications

Non‑Profit Management

Teaching/Tutoring

Public Speaking

Education

College graduate

Job description

This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door in San Francisco Unified School District and support youth through positive school‑climate activities. The primary goal is to improve student success by increasing attendance and pro‑social behaviors on school campuses. Regular training by San Francisco Unified School District in the areas of restorative practices, evidence‑based mentoring, positive behavior supports and interventions at school, trauma‑informed practices, and social‑emotional learning will ensure Healthy Choices AmeriCorps members have the knowledge and skills to offer high‑quality volunteer service to schools at individual, group, and school‑wide levels.

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Member Duties

Get Your Foot in the door at SFUSD! Support school‑based mentor programs; Mentor youth; Lead recess & lunch groups, clubs, team‑building and after school activities to support student engagement; Organize materials, coordinate daily schedule, and promote pro‑social behavior; Serve on School‑Climate Committee: help lead school‑wide incentive programs & activities, e.g. Health events, school assemblies, fairs, and educational events to help students make healthy choices; Support mentor programs and strengthen school/community relationships; help recruit volunteers; Participate in local school‑based service; help produce appreciation events; Complete required paperwork and data entry; Attend regular supervision meetings and work cooperatively with school personnel involved with the school and youth; Attend professional development & meetings relevant to Healthy Choices AmeriCorps; Develop a work plan with supervisor

Program Benefits