Position Summary
Recognizing the need for nonprofits and organizations throughout California to strengthen their disaster and emergency preparedness, OneOC, with the support of CaliforniaVolunteers and Corporation for National and Community Service, has developed a new AmeriCorps program called Resiliency Corps.
From forest fires and earthquakes, to terror attacks and chemical spills, it is pertinent that communities and the organizations that serve them are ready when disaster strikes. In fact, 40% of businesses do not reopen after a disaster, which can leave communities without the services they need.
This is where Resiliency Corps can help. OneOC works to place AmeriCorps Resiliency Corps Fellows in nonprofits and community organizations throughout California. The Resiliency Corps Fellow helps these organizations prepare themselves for disaster by creating the procedures, policies, and partnerships needed to ensure that the sites can effectively respond to and recover after an emergency.
Title: Resiliency Corps Fellow
Term of Service: Now until December 7, 2017
Hours of service: 30-40 hours per week for full-time, 900-hour positions
POSITION LOCATION: Survivors of Torture, International (San Diego, CA)
Major Responsibilities and Related Tasks
- Developing/Enhancing and documenting effective disaster and emergency plans, protocols, and processes to strengthen disaster resiliency within an organization; to communicate and coordinate with stakeholders who will assist in the event of a disaster; to outline an outreach strategy to local civic groups; and to secure operational continuity if and when a disaster or emergency happens
- Recruit, manage, and train a group of volunteers also known as a disaster cadre to participate in local collaborative volunteer projects, service events, and trainings resulting in organizational and personal preparedness plans.
- Expand Local Preparedness Networks by strengthening partnerships and community capacity in order to make disaster response and recovery a collaborative effort between the host organization and civic groups.
- Support long-term recovery and sustainability by increasing organizational capacity to more easily support clients, and effectively respond and recover from disaster events.
- Fundraise to acquire a range of resources (both monetary and in-kind donations) to support the disaster resiliency program.
Benefits
- Opportunity to make a positive difference in a community
- Living allowance of $7,500 over term of service
- An AmeriCorps Education Award (of up to $2887) upon successful completion of service
- Student loan deferment and interest reimbursement at completion of term
- Health benefits and child care assistance if qualified
- Training and professional development opportunities
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible to participate as an AmeriCorps Resiliency Corps Fellow, the candidate must meet all eligibility requirements below, including but not limited to:
- Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Possess a HS Diploma, Bachelor’s degree is preferred
- Agree to and clear a criminal background check
- Be available to complete service term until December 7, 2017
- Have served no more than two terms in an AmeriCorps state or national program.*
- Previous experiences with community service, training, or leadership development strengthen candidacy.
Survivors of Torture, International’s PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong commitment to the mission of Survivors of Torture, International
- Possess excellent communication, problem solving, time management and organizational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Must have reliable car, valid California Driver’s License and adequate auto insurance.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should register and complete an AmeriCorps application online at: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=63951&fromSearch=true. You can also search for this listing at https://my.americorps.gov under “OneOC Disaster Resiliency for Vulnerable Populations”.
For more information about AmeriCorps, visit the Corporation for National and Community Service website at www.nationalservice.gov or visit OneOC at www.oneoc.org.
Questions? Please contact:
Samantha Vargas
OneOC Volunteer Services Supervisor
*Individuals may receive no more than the value of two full time education awards. If you have received the equivalent of more than one full time education award, you are eligible to serve and receive a discounted award.
We’re a healing resource to survivors of torture and their families without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, or economic or immigration status.
SURVIVORS can provide specialized care and support to empower you in your healing journey to become a self-sufficient and healthy member of your family and community. We are able to offer services to torture survivors and their families free of charge. Professional interpretation is available.
To find out if you qualify for services, please call us at 619-278-2400 to talk with an expert staff member.
Pro-Bono volunteer physicians perform medical evaluations for clients’ asylum cases. Physicians write medical affidavits for attorneys to present in court, documenting that there is physical evidence of torture. Medical evaluations are always done in person, either at SURVIVORS’ office or a secondary location. Interpreters are provided for this service. Applicant’s medical licenses must be up to date.
Contractors accept clients for individual, couples or family therapy on a case-by-case basis. You choose your availability and create your own schedule. Therapy sessions may occur in your office setting in the community, Survivors’ office space, in-home, or via telemedicine. SURVIVORS provides compensation for your work. We will also provide professional interpreters to work with you.
You are not alone. We’re here to help. We’re a healing resource to survivors of torture and their families without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, or economic or legal status.
SURVIVORS can provide specialized care and support to empower you in your healing journey to become a self-sufficient and healthy member of your family and community. We are able to offer services to torture survivors and their families free of charge. Professional interpretation is available.
To find out if you qualify for services, please call us at 619-278-2400 to talk with an expert staff member.
PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICES
SURVIVORS provides tailored individual, group, family, and couples therapy with licensed and licensed eligible mental health professionals throughout San Diego County.
MEDICAL SERVICES
SURVIVORS’ provides support for Survivors with medical needs like finding a physician for general health care or connecting with a vision provider to receive glasses.
PSYCHOTHERAPY
SURVIVORS provides tailored individual, group, family, and couples therapy with licensed and licensed eligible mental health professionals throughout San Diego County.
PSYCHIATRY
SURVIVORS’ psychiatric services include a thorough evaluation of clients and regular follow-ups by a psychiatrist.
PROFESSIONAL INTERPRETATION
SURVIVORS facilitates professional, trauma-informed interpretation so our clients can receive services in their native language or dialect to best support their healing process and care.
HEALING CLUB
SURVIVORS offers Healing Clubs to help counter torture survivor’s feelings of shame, humiliation, and isolation. Activities have included art projects and nature walks.
AYSLUM SUPPORT
SURVIVORS coordinates medical affidavits and psychological evaluations to support our client’s asylum cases. Medical and psychological evaluations are conducted by trained professional evaluators.
ASYLUM SUPPORT
SURVIVORS coordinates medical affidavits and psychological evaluations to support our client’s asylum cases. Medical and psychological evaluations are conducted by trained professional evaluators.
CASE MANAGEMENT
Services to address essential needs such as food, clothing, and housing. We distribute blankets, backpacks and educational supplies, public transit passes, and hygiene items.
MEDICAL SERVICES
SURVIVORS’ provides support for Survivors with medical needs like finding a physician for general health care or connecting with a vision provider to receive glasses.
PSYCHIATRY
SURVIVORS’ psychiatric services include a thorough evaluation of clients and regular follow-ups by a psychiatrist.
HEALING CLUB
SURVIVORS offers Healing Clubs to help counter torture survivor’s feelings of shame, humiliation, and isolation. Activities have included art projects and nature walks.
INTERPRETERS
SURVIVORS partners with professional, trauma-informed interpreters so our clients can receive services in their native language or dialect to best support their healing process and care.
CASE MANAGEMENT
Services to address essential needs such as food, clothing, and housing. We distribute blankets, backpacks and educational supplies, public transit passes, and hygiene items.