Recovery Project Coordinator - Nov End - Against the Odds Recovery and Reentry

Ampact; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend every two weeks

Education awards

Job summary

Ampact's Recovery Corps program is seeking a Recovery Project Coordinator to help communities address the opioid crisis. You’ll support service sites as they engage communities, coordinate projects, mobilize volunteers, and collect data to measure impact.

As an AmeriCorps member, you’ll receive a biweekly stipend and education awards, with training and mentorship to grow professionally while serving non-profit organizations or public agencies dedicated to recovery.

Qualifications

• Dependable with a history of good attendance.
• Able to follow instructions and maintain a service schedule.
• Proficient in basic computer skills (email, online navigation).
• Fluent in English (speaking, reading, writing).
• 18+ with HS diploma or equivalent and US eligibility for service.
• Able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Support projects such as facilitating research and data collection.
• Lead focus groups and advance health campaigns.
• Mobilize volunteers and create education campaigns.
• Conduct trainings on pathways to recovery.
• Commit to growth through training and professional development.
• Share experiences with the community.

Skills

Dependable

Good attendance

Basic computer skills

Fluent in English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Email

Job description

Position Summary

Help make recovery possible for more people. Our communities are facing an opioid epidemic, and local organizations need your help to address this crisis.

Join Recovery Corps as a Recovery Project Coordinator and you’ll spend your days at a non-profit organization or public agency committed to serving recovery communities. We’ll train you to help your service site reach more people in the community and support you every step of the way!

How does it work? You’ll take on projects that contribute to your service site’s goals, focusing on community engagement, data collection, project coordination, volunteer mobilization, or workforce development. With your time and support, organizations can maximize their impact and bring services to more people in need!

Want to learn more?Watch this 4-minute videoand see what it’s like to be a member. Orclick hereto view the position description.

Core Responsibilities

• Support projects such as:
  • Facilitating research and data collection
  • Leading focus groups
  • Advancing health campaigns
  • Mobilizing volunteers
  • Creating education campaigns
  • Conducting training on pathways to recovery
• Commit to your own growth through training and professional development
• Share your experience with the community

Essential Qualifications

By the time you begin your service with Recovery Corps, you should be:

• Dependable and have a history of good attendance
• Able to understand and follow instructions
• Able to set a pace and maintain a service schedule, depending on the agreed upon hours commitment
• Proficient in basic computer skills (like email and navigating online)
• Fluent in English for speaking, reading, and writing
• 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or equivalent
• A citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States
• Able to successfully complete abackground check

Compensation & Perks Package

Full-timeAmeriCorps members receive a paycheck (stipend) every two weeks. Please visit our careers page to learn more about our stipend amounts and education awards: https://join.readingandmath.org/ or click here toLearn more.

About our Organization

About Our Organization

Recovery Corps is powered by AmeriCorps members helping more people build a healthy life in recovery. The program launched in 2017 as a strategic partnership through ServeMinnesota and is administered by Ampact as part of its healthy futures program offerings.

Ampact will not discriminate for or against any AmeriCorps service member or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, marital or parental status, familial status, military service, or any other category protected by law. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.

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