FCEH is proud to partner with AmeriCorps, a national service program that provides opportunities for individuals to serve their communities in many different capacities (often called the domestic version of the Peace Corps). We will engage 10 FTE AmeriCorps members annually who serve from 5-10 months through the AmeriCorps State program. In exchange for a living stipend, educational award, and valuable on-the-job experience, members commit to intensive service that furthers our mission of caring for those who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless.
The AmeriCorps Leadership Fellow (Member) will support healthcare and employment services, forging connections with individuals experiencing homelessness, offering support, resources, and facilitating access to both healthcare and housing services. Furthermore, these Members will assist participants in housing programs by aiding them in securing employment within the realm of homeless services, delivering educational and vocational assistance. AmeriCorps operates as a domestic counterpart to the Peace Corps, with its members dedicating a year to the community, engaging in hands-on service initiatives. AmeriCorps members acquire invaluable expertise in crisis intervention, outreach efforts, advocacy, guiding individuals through housing and healthcare systems, managing cases, delivering exceptional best practice, collecting and analyzing data, creating resources, designing program strategies, and orchestrating collaborative partnerships. Persons with lived experience will be prioritized for this position. Certification in Homeless Services and On the Job Training will be provided.
Florida Coalition to End Homelessness now has the following opportunities:
| AmeriCorps Position | Quarter Time | Minimum Time |
|---|---|---|
| Service Commitment | 40 hours per week for a total of 450 Hours | 40 hours per week for a total of 300 Hours |
| Stipend (twice per month) | $1,020 | $1,020 |
| End of Service Education Benefit | $1,956.35 | $1,565.08 |
| Childcare coverage offered (if qualified) | Yes | Yes |
| Loan Deferment Available | Yes | Yes |
| Locations | Miami, Tampa, Lee/Collier, Orlando, Jacksonville | Miami, Tampa, Lee/Collier Counties, Orlando, Jacksonville |
