Volunteer Services Associate

BAYAC AmeriCorps collaborates with schools and community-based organizations to serve youth and families in the San Francisco Bay Area. As part of AmeriCorps, BAYAC Members commit to a full-time (40 hours/week) term of service in the Bay Area's most high-need communities, working to provide youth with opportunities for meaningful engagement, skill building, and emotional and social development. This is a paid work experience program for folks who are looking to advance their career working with youth and in the field of education. We are hiring folks to serve as after-school educators, classroom aides, academic coaches & mentors, tutors, health educators, case managers, and enrichment activities coordinators.

In particular, we are looking to fill Volunteer Services Associate positions at organizations such as the Oakland Public Education Fund. The Oakland Public Education Fund runs a volunteer program on behalf of the Oakland Unified School District, and therefore, they are Oakland’s largest school-based volunteer program. They support all parents, guardians, community members, groups, individuals, and businesses to become impactful volunteers in Oakland public schools based on educator requests for support both in-person and online. They also have 2 direct service programs working with high school students and career pathways.The AmeriCorps Volunteer Services Associate will work closely with the Programs staff to ensure volunteers and educators have a positive experience with their program and that their high school programs are thriving. The AmeriCorps Volunteer Services Associate is a cornerstone position to enable program expansion, volunteer retention and student success. 

Position duties may include:

• Support the processing of onboarding new volunteers to clear them to volunteer in schools 
• Work with new and existing automated processes to provide a great experience to each applicant
• Support volunteer recruitment by attending various community events and sharing materials
• Contribute to social media by preparing images and quotes to invite community members to become volunteers
• Produce, print, mail, and document forms, badges, collateral, and other materials as part of the volunteer onboarding process and outreach
• Support students/youth in developing the skills they need to be successful in school and life
• Provide homework and academic support for program participants at school sites
• Provide case management, referrals, and independent living skills for clients at community based sites
• Plan and facilitate youth focused lesson plans and activities
• Promote a safe and positive learning environment
• Actively supervise and ensure student/youth safety at all times
• Model positive attitudes, behaviors, and language
• Communicate regularly with the site coordinator and regional supervisor
• Maintain accurate attendance records and reporting procedures
• Attend and participate in weekly training and cohort meetings

Gain experience and skills:

• Work full time in diverse and vibrant Bay Area communities
• Work within the education and nonprofit sectors
• Develop basic teaching skills, including curriculum development, behavior management practices and public speaking/facilitation
• Make lasting connections with fellow service minded community members
• Build confidence in public speaking
• Acquire concrete workplace skills
• Develop personal and professional goals with guidance and support
• Promote meaningful community partnerships
• Become part of a large alumni network

Qualifications:

• U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or a lawful permanent resident of the United States
• At least 17 years old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) and commit to an 11-month term of service
• Successful completion of TB test and Live Scan/fingerprinting (upon hire)
• Prefer to have 48 college credits completed
• Prefer bilingual in Spanish/English, not required

To Apply: Go to http://www.bayac.org/ and click "Apply Now!" to submit your application and be scheduled for an interview. Get your applications in today, as we are filling our positions on a first come first serve basis!

Timeline: Service cohorts begin August 2024 and serve until July 2025 for 1,700-hour members.

• $30,000 Member stipend for the service term spread throughout 11 months
• Earn up to $10,000 (pre-tax) in education awards upon completion of your term
• Health care benefits
• Student loan forbearance for qualifying loans
• Childcare assistance (if eligible)
• Participate in 120-340 hours of professional development & training