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Peckham, Inc. AmeriCorps Support Trainer - Summer in Lansing, Michigan
Staff positions are supportive roles providing support to our rehabilitation mission. Applicants for staff positions do not need to have a barrier to employment to be eligible for these roles.
AmeriCorps Support Trainer - Summer
Peckham is a mission-driven, award-winning social enterprise where we strive to provide world-class vocational rehabilitation to persons with disabilities and/or barriers to employment while providing excellent customer service to a diverse range of customers. Peckham’s AmeriCorps Program is looking for members to join us this summer. This condensed summer service term May-September will support and provide individualized coaching to clients including people with disabilities, refugees, and low-income individuals . This role is heavily involved in training for financial literacy, resume building, intervie w prep, and other skills to help clients succeed. The AmeriCorps program members will also actively engage with community partners and participate in civic engagement activities. If you are interested in making a difference through developing others this may be a great fit for you.
There are openings in multiple locations across Michigan, including: Lansing, Grand Rapids, and Flint .
BENEFITS
Summer program living allowance: $6,617.64 (Pre-tax)
Forbearance on student loans.
Education award of $1,824.07 for undergraduate/graduate school.
Flexible scheduling (Based on location).
Ongoing professional development, training, & networking opportunitie s.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide comprehensive coaching to clients, focusing on financial literacy, employability skills, and adult education.
Set individualized goals to help clients improve their skills.
Communicate daily with Peckham staff through verbal and written updates on clients' progress towards their goals.
Collaborate with community partners to arrange on-site classes and connect clients with community services.
Support partner-led financial literacy classes.
Provide classroom instruction as required or assigned.
Record service activities as per program requirements, utilizing multiple databases.
Offer 1:1 support for Peckham Talent Development staff-led employability classes, including Adult Education.
Travel to satellite locations in Greater Lansing for English and adult education coaching to Peckham clients.
Coordinate and participate in Michigan’s AmeriCorps and National Days of Service events.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma
Reliable transportation
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Associates or higher
Experience with training, coaching , mentoring , or customer service
To apply for this position, please attach a resume. For additional information, contact Reece Burton rburton@peckham.org
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis.
PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Email us at careers@peckham.org
Call us at (517) 316-4000
Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm)
Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Business Line:
Administration
Location:
Lansing, MI
Worker Sub-Type:
AmeriCorps Member
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ABOUT PECKHAM
Peckham is a national award-winning social enterprise, recognized for its achievement in providing exceptional vocational rehabilitation for people with disabilities and barriers to employment. We accomplish our mission by working with community partners and through our own diverse business lines consisting of apparel manufacturing, warehousing, call centers, environmental services, and farming. Peckham prides itself on having a great culture which fosters a respectful, collaborative, and fun work environment. Employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, share ideas, and engage in lifelong learning. Our culture further supports our mission by encouraging flexibility, health, and wellness. Staff enjoy benefits such as generous PTO policies, modern facilities, pet friendly work sites, free fruit, fitness classes, massages available for purchase, and opportunities for flexible work arrangements.
MISSION
Peckham, a nonprofit community vocational rehabilitation organization, is a unique business and human services agency which values quality, diversity, and performance. Our mission is to provide a wide range of opportunities to maximize human potential for persons striving for greater independence and self-sufficiency. We embrace collaboration, effective resource management, and innovative approaches to achieve world-class excellence.
VISION
To prove that people with disabilities and other barriers are more than capable of delivering world-class, high-quality products and solutions.
Peckham is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. EEO is Law (https://dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm)
Peckham participates in the E-Verify program. For more information please click follow this link (https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf)
For information on Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER), follow this link (https://www.justice.gov/crt/case-document/file/1133936/download)
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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION NOTICE
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
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