Residential Change Agent

SailFuture•St. Petersburg, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The AmeriCorps Change Agent plays a critical role in providing structure, guidance, and emotional support to six teenage boys living in a unique, family-style foster home environment. This is a live-in position with a 3 to 4-day work week, including complimentary room and board (private, secured bedroom), international travel via sailboat, and a competitive compensation package. The most meaningful benefit? The opportunity to profoundly impact the future of young men in foster care by helping them develop the tools, mindset, and confidence to succeed. Mornings begin early with wake-ups, breakfast preparation, and motivational conversations as the boys get ready for school (kids attend our private, off-site high school—SailFuture Academy). Afternoons include home household projects, experiential learning, and extracurricular activities, while evenings are focused on shared meals, chores, and winding down before bedtime. Lights are typically out by 11:00 PM. We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about social justice, grounded in empathy, and equipped with strong leadership and communication skills. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and is committed to helping youth navigate life’s challenges with compassion and resilience.

Requirements

Be a United States citizen, United States national, or lawful permanent resident
Be at least 17 years of age at the start of service
Have a high school diploma or its equivalent
Not have exceeded the maximum allowable AmeriCorps service terms
Not be listed on any state or national sex offender registry
Not have been convicted of murder, as defined in 18 U.S.C. §1111
Collaborative team player with a strong commitment to doing whatever it takes to support youth in their care
Prior experience working with at-risk youth, particularly teenagers, in residential or high-impact environments
Strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm, solutions-focused, and empathetic in challenging situations
Passion for adventure, experiential learning, and personal growth
Complete the required number of service hours
Participate in all required trainings and meetings
Receive a satisfactory performance evaluation
Comply with all program standards and policies
Members may not serve at a site with family members and may not be employed by the service site outside of AmeriCorps.
All primary service activities must occur within the United States

Nice To Haves

Sailing experience is a plus, but not required—training is available for the right candidate

Responsibilities

Collaborate with mental health, education, and outside support teams to ensure consistency in each youth’s individualized treatment and case plans
Support youth with job searches, resume building, and employment applications
Teach and reinforce essential life skills like cooking, laundry, cleaning, and personal organization
Maintain a safe and functional home environment, including basic maintenance, landscaping, and household organization
Conduct daily room inspections to promote cleanliness and personal responsibility
Perform nightly bed checks to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents
Administer medications in accordance with prescribed plans and maintain accurate medication logs
Provide transportation for school, appointments, and extracurricular activities as needed
Consistently implement treatment strategies in collaboration with all departments
Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director to support the success of youth in care
Attend 2-3 7 week international sailing expeditions a year
Supporting daily operations in licensed residential foster care programs
Assisting with youth supervision, routines, and accountability systems
Teaching and reinforcing essential life skills such as cooking, cleaning, organization, and personal responsibility
Assisting with behavior support and intervention strategies under staff direction
Providing transportation support for youth to school, appointments, employment, or activities, as permitted
Supporting youth workforce readiness, including job searches and employment applications
Collaborating with education, mental health, and case management teams
Maintaining accurate service logs, attendance records, and required documentation
Administer medications in accordance with prescribed plans and maintain accurate medication logs
Participating in required AmeriCorps trainings, meetings, and national days of service
Adhering to all AmeriCorps, SailFuture, and service-site policies
Other duties as assigned
Assisting with special events connected to youth service
Supporting approved community engagement activities

Benefits

Complimentary room and board (private, secured bedroom)
International travel via sailboat
Competitive compensation package
Hourly $3,750
$2,700 Max 401k Contribution per year
$6,910 annual health insurance plan
$12,000 in housing. Furnished room and utilities provided
$7,395 Education award eligibility on completion of year of service
Access to sailboats and kayaks during time off
Clearwater Community Sailing Center Membership; includes the use of facility and equipment
Provisioned phone & cell service
YMCA Gym Membership
Comprehensive training throughout the service term, including: Initial Orientation, Program-Specific Training, and Ongoing Training