AmeriCorps is a national service program that connects thousands of Americans of all ages and backgrounds with opportunities to meet critical community needs. At Habitat for Humanity Greater Salt Lake Area, AmeriCorps members play an essential role in transforming the lives of the families and individuals we serve.
AmeriCorps members are selected from across the nation to serve one or two years of service. Through the AmeriCorps program members have the opportunity to serve their community, learn new things, make new friends and have fun!
Members serve for 10 1/2 months and receive a monthly living stipend. After completing the program, AmeriCorps members are awarded a $6,095 Education Award that can be used to pay back eligible student loans or help pay for eligible future education. Habitat Salt Lake assists by paying for housing and offers second-year Habitat members an additional benefit.
AmeriCorps Program
AmeriCorps members focus on direct service activities, engaging directly with volunteers, Habitat partner families and community members. Examples of AmeriCorps positions we offer include:
- Construction Crew Leadership
- Family Services Coordination
- Volunteer Services Coordination
Requirements: The Habitat for Humanity AmeriCorps program is open to US citizens, US Nationals or lawful permanent residents ages 18 and older who have a high school diploma or GED. Each AmeriCorps position has specific requirements that are noted in the position descriptions.
Benefits: AmeriCorps National members may be eligible for the following benefits:
- Living Allowance - up to $13,000 (this is approximate the amount changes each service year) for a full 46.5 weeks of service.
- Housing - Habitat Salt Lake provides housing based on qualifying criteria.
- Education Award - $6,095 upon successful completion of service. The award is valid for seven years from the completion of service and may be transferable to certain family members if the member is at least 55 years old on the first day of service.
- Student Loan Forbearance: AmeriCorps members may be eligible to postpone the repayment of their qualified student loans through loan forbearance. While the loan is in forbearance during the term of service, interest continues to accrue. Accrued interest on qualified loans may be eligible for payment by the National Service Trust. Please check out the AmeriCorps website for additional details. Please note that not all loans are qualified for forbearance.
- Health benefits: Members are eligible to enroll in a limited health plan.
- Personal and sick leave
Terms of Service: Habitat Salt Lake offers a 46.5 week term of service (approximately 11 months). Members must complete at least 1700 hours and serve through the end date on their Member Agreement. Our program year typically begins at the end of August/early September and ends in late July. Members may serve up to four terms but are only eligible for two Education Awards.
Selection Criteria: AmeriCorps members are selected based on the following criteria:
- Experience volunteering with Habitat for Humanity and a clearly demonstrated interest in the work of Habitat
- Strong leadership skills and self-confidence
- Strong commitment to service
- Personal integrity, motivation, and commitment
The 2024-2025 positions will be posted soon!
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