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Choice Program at UMBC

Choice's AmeriCorps Members mentor young people. AmeriCorps Members support the organization’s efforts to 1) disentangle young people from the youth legal system; 2) improve well-being through goal creation and attainment; and 3) increase economic opportunities for young people through vocational training. AmeriCorps Members assist youth by planning and hosting activities including community service, job readiness training, cultural enrichment, and educational support; they also connect youth and families to external resources. Choice is a placement site for AmeriCorps, a national direct service program, through the Governor's Office of Service and Volunteerism. AmeriCorps Members complete a pre-determined number of hours during their term of service with the organization. Service sites are located throughout central Maryland: Baltimore City and Baltimore, Howard, Montgomery, and Prince George’s Counties. Choice utilizes an anti-racist, community-based, family-centered approach to promote high quality outcomes for young people and families. We engage in a collaborative process of service where young people set goals for themselves and are held accountable by supportive adults along the way. The program’s approach to youth development is grounded in applied critical race theory and culturally responsive, trauma-informed practices. Choice strives to become an anti-racist organization grounded in several core values: holistic development, belief in humans, and youth-centeredness. While Choice's institutional home is at UMBC's The Shriver Center; AmeriCorps Members' served in local communities.

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Member Duties : Coordinate and implement age-appropriate activities for young people and families. Activities may include, but are not limited to educational, vocational, enrichment, cultural, recreational, and leadership workshops. Document youth progress. Learn and maintain knowledge of community-based resources to connect young people and their families to needed services. Participate in Choice-wide events (such as approximately 70 hours of training and learning opportunities).

Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Health Coverage , Living Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Training .

Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended .

Service Areas :
Children/Youth , Education .

Skills :
Community Organization , Education , Leadership , Communications , Counseling .

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SUMMARY

Program Type:

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

Choice Program at UMBC

Program Start/End Date

07/21/2022 - 07/20/2024

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations

MARYLAND Washington/Baltimore

Languages

English

Accepting Applications

From 07/21/2022 To 07/20/2024

Contact

Bernice Walker

1000 Hilltop Cir

Baltimore MD 21250

4109521622

bernicew@umbc.edu

choiceprogram.org

Listing ID

105820


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