AmeriCorps ABWK Onsite Facilitator 450hrs

Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity•St. Paul, MN

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The ABWK Onsite Facilitator provides direct support to ABWK Site Supervisors, Construction Assistants, ABWK volunteers and homeowners painting and rehabilitating Habitat homes. Members will serve four ten-hour days per week.

Requirements

18 years of age or older
A U.S. Citizen or U.S. National or a lawful permanent resident
High school diploma or GED
Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Successfully pass background, sex offender and FBI fingerprint checks
Must submit contact information for one professional reference
Must have access to reliable transportation
Strong work ethic and willingness to take initiative
Stand and walk for the majority of the day
Walk and climb on uneven surfaces and use stairs and work on ladders up to 40 feet high
Bend, lift, grasp, reach, push, and pull materials and tools
Give and receive detailed information through verbal communication
Periodically lift and move loads up to 75 pounds
Ability to learn and apply safety, painting and construction terminology, tool and material-usage and general techniques
Ability to train volunteers in basic painting and construction techniques.
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to make routine decisions and problem-solve
Adaptable and flexible regarding varying communication and work styles, assignments and service hours
Perform and solve basic math calculations and problems
Ability to serve independently or in a group
Experienced or ability to learn basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
Independently operate a motor vehicle

Nice To Haves

Prior volunteer experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assist Supervisors to prepare ABWK sites for daily paint & rehabilitation activities
Review plans with Site Supervisors to determine required materials and tools
Serve as a member of ABWK crews, performing various paint and construction tasks as assigned by Supervisors, building cooperatively with volunteers and homeowners
As assigned, lead volunteer and homeowner crews
Communicate assignments
Teach appropriate use of materials and tools
Answer questions and provides assignment feedback
Participate in AmeriCorps-related activities as assigned
Attend orientation at beginning of service
Participate in scheduled affiliate, program and statewide AmeriCorps events