New Orleans Disaster Recovery - AmeriCorps Program

Description :

Ready to make a lasting impact in disaster recovery? We're seeking passionate individuals to join our team or serve with AmeriCorps.

Natural disasters are increasing in size and frequency, and displacing over 15 million people each year. Hurricanes like Ida, Harvey, Maria, and Katrina disproportionately affect under-resourced communities, whose road to recovery often takes years. SBP is dedicated to reducing the time between disaster and recovery, a process that includes helping individual homeowners and communities rebuild after a disaster.

Why New Orleans?

Be steps away from the music, architecture, restaurants, and nightlife in one of the most iconic cities in the US by serving with us in New Orleans!  You can bike through City Park or walk your dog on the trails in Audubon, all while enjoying jazz music and hot beignets. The culture of New Orleans is like no other in the US where communities come together to enjoy the Big Easy lifestyle. Serve for 10 months or stay forever as you fall in love and feed your passions in NOLA.

Join Our Team

April 28th

New Orleans, Louisiana | Project Leads, Disaster Corps Project Leads, Supply & Logistics Coordinator, Client Service Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator, and FEMA Appeals Client Service Coordinator

July 28th

New Orleans, Louisiana | Project Leads, Disaster Corps Project Leads, and FEMA Appeals Client Service Coordinator

Position Descriptions :

• As a Project Lead, you will rebuild, construct, and fortify the homes of disaster survivors. You will learn and master many phases of construction and lead, mentor, and coach volunteers as they assist with your rebuilding efforts. You will learn sustainability and energy efficiency techniques that help homes better withstand future storms. No construction experience is necessary.
• As a Volunteer Coordinator,  you will recruit and coordinate volunteer visits.  You will welcome volunteer groups, talk to them about the impact of their service, and empower individuals to join us in being part of the solution!
• As a Supply & Logistics Coordinator, you will streamline SBP's warehouse and delivery system operations and make daily deliveries of supplies to our service sites. By prioritizing efficiency and ensuring our sites have the materials they need, you will actively help SBP reduce the time to bring disaster-impacted families back home.
• As a Client Services Coordinator, you will be our clients’ main point of contact throughout their time with SBP. Client Services Coordinators serve as a liaison for disaster survivors, offering them support by assessing needs, providing referrals, and guiding the application and construction process. Your work will fortify these members of our community from reaching their breaking points.
• As a Disaster Corps Project Lead, you will embody SBP’s dedication to timely response, deploying to disaster-impacted communities following the immediate impact of natural disasters. When not on deployment, you will serve as Project Leads supporting recovery in your community. This is a vital part of the role, as some Disaster Corps members may not have the opportunity to deploy during their term.

SBP AmeriCorps Benefits :

Requirements

COVID-19 Safety Statement : While COVID-19 vaccines and boosters are highly encouraged, they are not mandatory for SBP team members at this time. However, SBP strongly recommends that all team members stay current with vaccinations and boosters, which remains one of the best ways to protect themselves, their colleagues, and the clients we serve.

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Want to learn more?

As an AmeriCorps member serving with SBP, you will join over 1 million members who have dedicated time to national service. You will receive professional development from a team that takes a holistic approach to combating natural disasters—increasing the readiness and resilience of communities before they happen and streamlining rebuilding and recovery after. If you’re committed to learning, have a strong work ethic, and enjoy working as part of a team, join us!

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