Help Keep Houston Beautiful on the Houston Environmental Action Team (HEAT) Crew! All experiences welcome. We want to learn from you as you learn with us! Texas Conservation Corps’ Houston Environmental Action Team (HEAT) is an AmeriCorps opportunity for young adults focused on community engagement through inclusive urban conservation in the Houston area. The Texas Conservation Corps’ Houston Environmental Action Team (HEAT) is a full-time AmeriCorps opportunity for young adults local to the Houston area that focuses on local urban conservation nd restoration projects. This crew works locally on a regular schedule, Monday-Friday.  APPLICATIONS

DUE: ASAP! 

AMERICORPS TERM LENGTH (675 HOUR)

• Crew Leader + Crew Member: May 13 – September 20, 2024

COMPENSATION

Crew Leader: $2,720/month

Crew Member: $2,400/month 

BENEFITS

• $1,459.26-$6,895 | Segal AmeriCorps Education Award: money for qualified student loans, higher education and training programs.
• Health insurance (at no cost to participants)
• Member Support Services and Case Management
• Non-private student loan deferment
• First Aid certification
• Technical and Fundamental skills training
• Support Service Funds (financial assistance with transportation, food, vital documents, bills, and other financial needs accordingly)

  QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Ages 18 and up
• US Citizenship or lawful permanent US Resident
• Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather types while doing demanding labor with hand & power tools
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Strong service ethic and commitment to completing an entire term of service with a desire to serve the community and the environment

American YouthWorks’ and AmeriCorps Non-Discrimination Policies

This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, marital or parental status, genetic information and military service.