*Staff positions are supportive roles providing support to our rehabilitation mission. Applicants for staff positions do not need to have a barrier to employment to be eligible for these roles.* *To ensure full consideration for a staff position, please attach a resume to your application so we can gain a complete view of your experiences* Peckham Inc. - AmeriCorps Member SUMMARY Peckham’s AmeriCorps program is a year-long National Service commitment; it is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable professional development at a national award-winning organization, recognized for its achievement in providing exceptional vocational rehabilitation, creating inclusive cultures and building a quality workplace for employees. AmeriCorps members serving through the Economic Opportunity Coaching Program will provide individualized coaching to clients with disabilities and other barriers to employment to help them on the path to economic stability. Full-time, Half-time and Quarter-time members will provide coaching to clients in the areas of Financial Literacy, Employability Skills and Adult Learning. Members financial literacy coaching to clients in group and individual sessions on topics including budgeting, money management, credit education, tax preparation, identity theft & fraud, retirement preparation and various other financial literacy topics. Members also provide employability skills coaching on topics including resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, professional image coaching, job search skills, basic adult literacy in English, math tutoring, citizenship literacy and other skill-building topics. Responsibilities include the following: + Provide comprehensive coaching to clients, including individualized goal setting, to help people improve their financial literacy, employability skills, and adult education skills + Communicate verbally and in writing daily with Peckham staff regarding clients’ progress in meeting their individualized goals + Collaborate with community partners to coordinate on-site classes and link clients with community services + Provide classroom instruction as needed/assigned + Attend VITA tax training sessions provided by Capital Area United Way and utilize the IRS Link & Learn website for self-directed training to become VITA certified as a tax preparer. + Ensure fellow members are providing clients the most accurate tax returns possible and be knowledgeable in current tax law and tax return preparation practices + Collaborate with community partners/volunteers to coordinate on-site services and link clients with community resources + Coordinate and participate in Michigan’s AmeriCorps and National Days of Service activities and events + Document service activities according to program requirements utilizing multiple databases Desired Skills: + Excellent communication, organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills + High level of professionalism and ability to adhere to the program’s code of conduct + Ability to maintain confidentiality of personal information + Ability to work independently and as a team player + Customer Service focused and ability to foster teamwork + Computer proficient with MS Office Word, Outlook, Power Point, Excel and other office business tools + Ability to stand and present information up to one hour and/or sit for extended periods of time Education: + High school diploma is required + College degree, or experience equivalent to at least two-year associate's degree or higher, is desired Benefits of National Service: + An annual living allowance of ​$28,500.00​ (pre-tax) paid bi-weekly in ​26​ payments over the service term. + Income-eligible childcare assistance + Ongoing professional development, training and networking opportunities + Forbearance on qualified student loans + Education Award of ​$7,395.00​ to pay for college, graduate school, or to pay back qualified student loans (pending successful completion of program requirements and a minimum of ​1700​ hours of service over a 12-month period for ​Full Time​) Must have access to reliable transportation. Must enjoy cultural diversity and have a commitment to community service. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICE Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please: + Click HERE (https://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory) and you will be directed to the ILRU Directory to find an agency in your area that can assist you + Click HERE (https://www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/AmericanJobCenters/american-job-centers.aspx) and you will be directed to the American Jobs Center (AJC) finder to locate a center near you + Email us at careers@peckham.org + Call us at (517) 316-4000 + Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm) Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Business Line: Administration Location: Lansing, MI Worker Sub-Type: AmeriCorps Member