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AmeriCorps Community Training (ACT) Program
 
 
 
The AmeriCorps Community Training for Overdose Rescue (ACT) program of Wayne State University seeks to stop opioid and heroin overdose deaths in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties. It is vital that those most likely to encounter an overdose emergency – such as employees of local businesses, security personnel, neighborhood safety groups, community organizations and service-providing agencies, and people who use opioids and their friends, family members, and neighbors – are prepared to recognize the signs of an overdose emergency and respond to provide lie-saving aid while waiting for EMS to arrive. ACT team members organize and deliver overdose rescue preparedness training for community members – teaching participants how to perform CPR and administer Narcan (an easy-to-use nasal spray that can stop overdose symptoms). *HOW TO BECOME AN OVERDOSE RESCUE TRAINER* Enrollment for our program is ongoing with part-time opportunities available (about 20 hours per week over a six month term). Applicants can choose from several possible start dates, which are scheduled throughout the year. The tentative start dates and corresponding application deadlines for the 2020-21 program year are listed below. You may submit an application any time and indicate your preferred term on your application. --- Winter term: January 4-June 27, 2021 (apply by 11/13/2020) --- Spring term: March 15-August 22, 2021 (apply by 2/5/2021) --- Summer term: June 14-December 12, 2021 (apply by 5/14/2021) --- Fall term: August 23, 2021-March 6, 2022 (apply by 7/23/2021). NOTE: All service activities are conducted virtually/remote during the COVID-19 pandemic to protect the health of our team and community members. *LEARN MORE* Visit StopOverdoseDeaths.org to apply and to find more details about the ACT program. Attend a VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION to learn more about this opportunity from program staff and ACT member alums – register for an upcoming info session at tinyurl.com/ACTINFORSVP.
 
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Member Duties : As an Overdose Rescue Trainer, you will 1) promote the ACT program to diverse audiences and recruit community members to participate in Overdose Rescue training sessions; 2) schedule, organize and deliver training sessions to teach community members how to provide aid and equip participants with Narcan overdose-reversal medication; and 3) increase community awareness surrounding opioid use and harm reduction strategies. Members will receive comprehensive training at the beginning of their term, as well as ongoing feedback and support to successfully achieve program objectives. Members will be expected to facilitate group meetings and training sessions, engage in community outreach (by attending community meetings, contacting residents, visiting area businesses, distributing flyers, etc), work effectively with people of various backgrounds and cultures, and communicate with respect and sensitivity, particularly in conversations about difficult subjects like substance use and overdose.
 
Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Living Allowance ,  Training . 
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Disaster Relief ,  Education ,  Public Safety ,  Health ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Neighborhood Revitalization ,  Community Outreach . 
 
Skills :
Social Services ,  Public Speaking ,  Education ,  Recruitment ,  Teaching/Tutoring ,  Public Health ,  Team Work ,  Medicine ,  First Aid ,  Community Organization ,  Communications . 
 
 



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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
AmeriCorps Community Training (ACT) Program
Program Start/End Date
10/01/2020  -   09/30/2022
Work Schedule Part Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations MICHIGAN   Detroit/Ann Arbor/Flint  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  10/01/2020  To  09/30/2022 
To apply :
Phone  313-577-1685
E-mail  gz5276@wayne.edu
Website  StopOverdoseDeaths.org
Contact Sharamie Ware
5700 Cass Ave
Detroit   MI   48202
3135771685
gz5276@wayne.edu
StopOverdoseDeaths.org
Listing ID 99707

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