About this role
Red Cross AmeriCorps Programs AmeriCorps is a national service program that partners with non-profit agencies to meet the critical needs of communities. The American Red Cross hosts a multi-state AmeriCorps program that focuses on engaging volunteers and providing emergency readiness education to mitigate risk in vulnerable communities that are disproportionally affected by negative outcomes following a disaster. We will have service opportunities in Alaska, California, Hawaii, Montana, Idaho, Oregion and Washington. We are looking for passionate individuals who want to make a significant impact on others and gain professional experience in a meaningful way. Recruitment will open up in late May 2025 for our September 2025 - July 2026 program year. To express interest in our program, please provide your contact information in the following form and we will reach back out to you when positions open up. Requirements Must be able to serve approximately 40 hours per week Minimum of 18 years old Able to pass a criminal background check Holds a High School Diploma or General GED Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to reliable transportation Applicants who currently reside outside of that state which they will serve should be prepared to relocate, if selected for the position Qualifications Ability to serve outside of normal business hours, including evenings and weekends Comfortable with public speaking Flexible, self-motivated and adaptable to shifting priorities Leadership and problem-solving skills Familiar with Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Word and Excel Bilingual language skills in Spanish, Korean, Mandarin/Cantonese, Tagalog, and Vietnamese are not required, but highly desired Recent college graduates, veterans, and those looking for an opportunity to explore new career paths are encouraged to apply! Benefits Bi-weekly stipend, health and dental coverage, and childcare assistance to those that qualify Federal student loan forbearance during the period of service. Accrued interest of those loans will also be paid with the successful completion of the program AmeriCorps members that successfully complete a term of service will be eligible for an AmeriCorps Education Award for tuition and/or to repay qualified student loans Extensive Red Cross and Emergency Management training For more information on service through AmeriCorps, visit: https://americorps.gov/serve
