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CWS Americorps Program - Del Norte FRC of the Redwoods
 
 
 
PROBLEM: Many in our communities were raised in stable environments by nurturing parents, but far too many experienced just the opposite. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 1 in 4 children experience some form of child abuse and neglect (2014). The consequences go far beyond bruises and constant hunger. Chronic exposure to stress, such as that caused by child abuse, is harmful on brain circuits that are malleable during early childhood, increasing mental/physical health problems (CDC 2009). The consequences are lifelong, impacting health, economic potential, and social wellbeing into adulthood (CDC 2016). INTERVENTION: Child abuse and neglect is not inevitable; we can do better for our children. It is not about placing more children in foster homes or allocating more money to the problem. It is about engaging parents, the most common abusers, in highly effective evidence-based family stabilization supports and parenting education. GOAL: Together, Prevent Child Abuse California, AmeriCorps, and our Partner Agencies like FRC of the Redwoods have demonstrated that when we intervene with high risk parents we ensure their children are safe, stable, nurtured, and live up to the potential with which every child is born. The ideal outcome is that families avoid entry/re-entry into the Child Welfare System. If offered the position and clear a background check, applicants will sign a MEMBER CONTRACT to serve 900 hours and will receive a living allowance check twice per month. Upon successful completion of service, the member receives an Education Award. Individuals can do up to 4 terms of service (can be consecutive, but doesn’t have to be) and can receive up to 2 full-time Education Awards.
 
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Member Duties : The AmeriCorps member will facilitate a regular Parent Support Group, case manage parents one-on-one, and assist with other parent/community engagement programs. The program will help parents build parenting skills and develop social connections. The member will assist families to access Resource and Referral services, for help enrolling in Medi-Cal, CalFresh, Alcohol and other Drugs Program (AOD), Domestic Violence Services, and other necessary referrals. The member will attend relevant monthly Community Meetings such as Child Abuse Prevention Council and Family Assistance Network. The member will assist with special events such as holiday food give-away events, health resource fairs, summer events, and more. The member is responsible for developing a relationship with families and to provide support to enhance parents’ self-sufficiency. The member is required to attend trainings (some travel may be required) and to complete documentation and data collection on services provided.
 
Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Health Coverage ,  Living Allowance ,  Training . 
 
Terms :
Uniforms provided and required ,  Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Car recommended ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Education ,  Hunger ,  Community Outreach ,  Children/Youth ,  Health ,  Homelessness . 
 
Skills :
Public Speaking ,  Community Organization ,  Teaching/Tutoring ,  Leadership ,  Social Services ,  Education ,  Communications ,  Team Work . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
CWS Americorps Program - Del Norte FRC of the Redwoods
Program Start/End Date
09/17/2018  -   09/16/2019
Work Schedule Part Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations CALIFORNIA  
Languages
Desirable, not required
Spanish
Accepting Applications
From  07/15/2018  To  12/15/2018 
Contact Amira Long
494 Pacific Ave
Crescent City   CA   95531
7074640955
along@frcredwoods.org
Listing ID 69369

       

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