AmeriCorps Program Member

Staff positions are supportive roles providing support to our rehabilitation mission. Applicants for staff positions do not need to have a barrier to employment to be eligible for these roles. AmeriCorps Support Trainer - Summer Peckham's Mission and Impact Peckham is a mission-driven, award-winning social enterprise where we strive to provide world-class vocational rehabilitation to persons with disabilities and/or barriers to employment while providing excellent customer service to a diverse range of customers. One of Peckham's core values is "People matter to us - A WHOLE LOT", demonstrating our commitment to our people and the communities we serve. We strive to be people-centered in all we do. Position Summary Peckham's AmeriCorps program is a year-long National Service commitment; it is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable professional development at a national award-winning organization, recognized for its achievement in providing exceptional vocational rehabilitation, creating inclusive cultures and building a quality workplace for employees. AmeriCorps members serving through the Economic Opportunity Coaching Program will provide individualized coaching to clients with disabilities and other barriers to employment to help them on the path to economic stability. Members will provide coaching to clients in the areas of Financial Literacy & Tax Preparation, Employability Skills and Adult Learning. Members provide financial literacy and tax preparation coaching to clients in group and individual sessions on topics including budgeting, money management, credit education, VITA tax preparation, identity theft & fraud, retirement preparation and various other financial literacy topics. Members also provide employability skills coaching on topics including resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, professional image coaching, self-management, and job search skills. Members serving the Adult Learning focus provide basic adult literacy coaching in English, math tutoring, citizenship literacy and other skill-building topics. There are options for full-time, half-time, and quarter-time members. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities vary by focus area and can include the following: Provide comprehensive coaching to clients, including individualized goal setting, to help people improve their financial literacy, employability skills, and adult education skills Communicate verbally and in writing daily with Peckham staff regarding clients' progress in meeting their individualized goals Collaborate with community partners to coordinate on-site classes and link clients with community services Facilitate and support partner-led financial literacy classes Provide 1:1 follow up and support for Peckham Talent Development staff-led employability classes, including Adult Education Provide classroom instruction as needed/assigned Attend VITA tax training sessions provided by Capital Area United Way and utilize the IRS Link & Learn website for self-directed training to become VITA certified as a tax preparer Quality review fellow members tax returns and provide clients the most accurate tax returns possible, interpret current tax code and be knowledgeable in tax return preparation practices Travel to several off-site locations in the Greater Lansing area to provide tax preparation services Collaborate with community partners/volunteers to coordinate on-site tax prep services and link clients with community resources Travel to satellite locations in the Greater Lansing area to provide English and adult education coaching to Peckham clients Coordinate and participate in Michigan's AmeriCorps and National Days of Service activities and events Document service activities according to program requirements utilizing multiple databases OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Promote Peckham's vision, value, culture, and commitment to excellent customer services to all team members, staff, customers and stakeholders Maintain a safe and clean work environment Other related duties as assigned SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position does not have direct supervisory responsibility MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma Must have access to reliable transportation Must have access to a computer and internet connection Must enjoy cultural diversity and have a commitment to community service Excellent communication, organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills High level of professionalism and ability to adhere to the program's code of conduct Ability to maintain confidentiality of personal information Ability to work independently and in groups Customer Service focused and ability to foster teamwork Computer proficient with MS Office Word, Outlook, Power Point, Excel and other office business tools Ability to stand and present information up to one hour and/or sit for extended periods of time PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS College degree or experience equivalent to at least two-years Associates degree or higher is desired BENEFITS OF NATIONAL SERVICE All living allowances paid bi-weekly in 26 payments over the service term An annual living allowance of $26,500 (total, pre-tax) for full-time members A $13,25 living stipend (total, pre-tax) for half-time members A $6,625 living stipend (total, pre-tax) for quarter-time members Standard AmeriCorps Member health care coverage offered for full-time members Income-eligible childcare assistance for full-time members Ongoing professional development, training, and networking opportunities Forbearance on qualified student loans Education Award to pay for college, graduate school, or to pay back qualified student loans: $6,495 Education Award for full-time members (pending successful completion of program requirements and a minimum of 1700 hours of service over a 12-month period) $3,247.50 Education Award for half-time members (pending successful completion of program requirements and a minimum of 900 hours of service over a 12-month period) $1,718.25 Education Award for quarter-time members (pending successful completion of program requirements and a minimum of 450 hours of service over a 12-month period) PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS Input any physical requirements, for examples please visit: To apply for this position, please attach a resume. For additional information, contact Kat Thompson () PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICE Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please: Click HERE ( and you will be directed to the ILRU Directory to find an agency in your area that can assist you Click HERE ( and you will be directed to the American Jobs Center (AJC) finder to locate a center near you Email us at Call us at (517) Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm) Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Business Line: Administration Location: Lansing, MI Worker Sub-Type: AmeriCorps Member

Created: 2024-10-23