Economic Empowerment AmeriCorps Member
Quick answer
ReEstablish Richmond is hiring an in-office Economic Empowerment AmeriCorps Member in Richmond, VA, paying $25,200/yr to provide employment navigation and support services to newcomers.
- Role
- Economic Empowerment AmeriCorps Member
- Organization
- ReEstablish Richmond
- Location
- Richmond, VA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $25,200/yr
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-06-30
The role
The Economic Empowerment AmeriCorps Member will support newcomers by providing navigation and 1:1 support to help them achieve their employment and economic self-sufficiency goals. The role involves assessing client needs, creating goal-attainment plans, and collaborating with community partners and volunteer mentors. This position requires a one-year commitment of 40 hours per week, including occasional nights and weekends to serve clients. The member will track data, conduct program evaluations, and work closely with the Newcomer Navigation team to ensure effective service delivery.
What you'll do
- Assess client needs and goals through full intake assessments.
- Register and monitor clients for Employment Navigation services.
- Develop and track individualized career goal-attainment plans.
- Provide 1:1 navigation support and match clients with trained volunteer mentors.
- Manage client data and notes within the organization's management system.
- Collaborate with transportation and language service providers to support client success.
What it takes
- U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident authorized to work in the U.S.
- Minimum 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or GED recipient.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for community travel.
- Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History check.
- Comfort working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Educational stipends upon completion of 1700 hours; additional standard organizational benefits may vary based on AmeriCorps service terms.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located and what is the work schedule?
The position is based in Richmond, VA, at 2705 Park Ave, and requires working on-site or in the community. It is a 40-hour-per-week, one-year commitment that requires availability for occasional nights and weekends.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this AmeriCorps service position is $25,200 per year, with eligibility for educational stipends upon the completion of 1700 service hours.
What are the key qualifications required for this position?
Applicants must be at least 18 years old, possess a U.S. citizenship or permanent residency status, hold a driver's license with a reliable vehicle, and have a high school diploma or GED.
How and by when should I apply?
Interested candidates should complete the interest form at www.reestablishrichmond.org/americorps and upload a resume and cover letter. Qualified candidates will be notified for an interview by the end of June.
How to apply
Apply directly on ReEstablish Richmond's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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