AmeriCorps Member - Disaster Cycle Services
American Red Cross
- Poughkeepsie, NY
- Contract
- Full-time
- Must be able to serve at approximately 40 hours a week (Full-time) or approximately 20 hours a week (Part-time)
- Must be a minimum of 18 years old
- Holds a High School Diploma or GED
- Must be a U.S Citizen, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident
- Possess a valid U.S Driver's License (outside of those who are interested in serving in New York City)
- Must live close to the service location
- Bi-Weekly Stipend
- Education award (between $1,459.26 and $6,985.00) to help pay qualified federal student loans or other educational expenses
- Free Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage (Full-time members only)
- Childcare Assistance (Full-time members only)
- Federal student loan forbearance during the period of service. Accrued interest on those loans will be paid back upon successful completion of service.
- Federal student loan forgiveness opportunities
- Professional and Job Readiness training opportunities
- Extensive American Red Cross and Emergency Management training
- Potential American Red Cross employment opportunities anywhere in the U.S after completion of the term of service
- Making an impact in your community
- Able to pass a criminal background check