CIS-SA AmeriCorps Volunteer (Internship)

Communities In Schools of San Antonio•San Antonio, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Communities In Schools of San Antonio (CIS-SA) is seeking AmeriCorps Volunteers for an internship program. Volunteers will provide research-based integrated student supports to students at-risk of dropping out of school. Members will be placed directly in a high-need public school under the supervision of an experienced CIS Site Coordinator. This rewarding experience offers hands-on professional experience in social work and counseling while earning money for school. The program aims to help volunteers develop valuable knowledge and skills, including critical thinking, problem-solving, and time management, while making a significant difference in students' lives.

Requirements

Be 17 years or older
Hold one of the following citizenship statuses: US citizen, US National, Lawful Permanent Resident Aliens
Pass a national service criminal history check (FBI fingerprinting, state of service check, and national sex offender registry check)
Received a high school diploma or its equivalent
Must serve a minimum of 100, 300, 450 or 675 hours according to the service terms listed on the contract.
Volunteers must serve for the entire program length. Start and end dates are non-negotiable.

Nice To Haves

Working toward a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Family Studies or other human services field
Possess a desire and ability to work with underserved youth
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Good written and oral communication skills
Relationship-building skills
Time management skills

Responsibilities

Provide intentional case-management services to a minimum of 5 to 15 economically disadvantaged students who are at-risk of dropping out of school.
Co-facilitate 1 group to address common barriers among students and provide a supportive environment in which students can build relationships, develop critical skills, and learn from the AmeriCorps Member and their peers.
Coordinate services within the CIS Targeted Needs, including Academic Needs, Attendance Needs, Mental & Behavioral Health Needs, Social Service Needs and College & Career Readiness Needs.
Participate in weekly supervision sessions and trainings.
Commit to completing a term of service of 100, 300, 450 or 675 hours and options for both the full school year and by semester.