Neighborhood Revitalization Crew Leader - 2024-25

Davita Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit organization as a Neighborhood Revitalization Crew Leader in Phoenix, AZ. This full-time AmeriCorps role focuses on building and repairing homes while leading volunteers. Gain hands-on experience in community service and development, with benefits including a living allowance and education award after service completion. Ideal candidates will share a passion for helping others and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

Living allowance of $18,700

Segal Education Award of $7,395

Health care benefits

Personal and medical leave

Child care benefits, if qualified

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, at least 18 years old.
• Desire for hands-on experience in affordable housing and nonprofit sector.
• Ability to demonstrate respect for diverse opinions and backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage volunteers in construction tasks like demolition, framing, and landscaping.
• Ensure site safety and adherence to construction guidelines.
• Facilitate positive volunteer experiences and develop management skills.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Passion for community service

Respect for diversity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Neighborhood Revitalization Crew Leader

For one year, get paid to build sustainable solutions in a community, gain valuable hands-on experience and prepare for your future. This full-time AmeriCorps service position offers a great opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of others while building your own knowledge and skillset.

AmeriCorps National members serve the community in direct service and capacity building activities.

What will you do?

The Neighborhood Revitalization Crew Leader plays an integral part in building and repairing homes. Lead groups of skills and unskilled volunteers and homeowner families in construction activities while maintaining a safe, efficient work environment, thus, developing and enhancing your volunteer management and construction skills.

• Typically serve Tuesday - Saturday on the build site.
• Assist with all aspects of hands-on construction tasks including, but not limited to, demolition, site prep, framing, insulation, drywall, flooring, roofing, finish carpentry and landscaping.
• Projects may include new construction, rehabilitation, critical home repair and weatherization projects.
• Lead small groups of volunteers and facilitate safe and positive experiences for everyone working on site.
• Maintain site safety by adhering to Habitat construction safety policies, modeling best practices and guidelines, volunteer education and site monitoring.

This position will focus on neighborhood revitalization aspects of Habitat affiliate operations.

Where will you serve?

• Organization name: Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona
• Nearest metropolitan area: Phoenix, AZ
• Full-time staff: 120
• Expected number of AmeriCorps members: 3
• Number of homes to be built: 27
• Activities and attractions: Explore the colorful and vibrant desert that is Phoenix, Arizona and commit to serving the residents in one of the fastest growing cities in the United States. Centrally located, the metro-Phoenix area offers something for music lovers, foodies, and adventurers alike. In your off hours, enjoy hikes through the red-rock, mountains of Sedona and the forested trails of Flagstaff or take a weekend trip to the Grand Canyon located just 3 hours north of Phoenix. Immerse yourself in local music, art, and food scene in Downtown Phoenix First Fridays just 15 minutes from our central office. Consider perusing the western shops of Old Town Scottsdale or have a boat picnic at Tempe Town Lake.

Benefits of AmeriCorps service

• Living allowance of $18,700 for approximately 10 months of service.
• Segal Education Award of $7,395, upon successful completion of service (lifetime maximum of two full education awards).
• Forbearance for most federally-guaranteed student loans.
• Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan.
• Personal and medical leave - approximately 10 days total.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• Child care benefits, if you qualify.
• Worker's compensation insurance.

Supplemental Benefits

• Grocery gift card ($75-150 per month)
• Transportation allowance (mileage reimbursement)
• Professional development allowance

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident at least 18 or older and have a high school diploma or GED.

What are we looking for?

Our ideal candidates:

• Are passionate about serving the community through direct service.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity of opinion, experience, and background.
• Desire to gain hands-on experience in the affordable housing and nonprofit sector.
• Have experience working on a team.
• Possess stellar interpersonal communication skills.
• Are motivated and committed to serve full time and in person.