AmeriCorps: Youth In Service

“We envision communities where all people are engaged in meaningful service that is dedicated to positive social change." – CYS AmeriCorps Program Vision

All positions have been filled for the 10-11 year.  Please check back in Spring 2011.

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The AmeriCorps Programs at Community Youth Services are dedicated to making a difference through community service and partnership. We are people who are passionate and committed to supporting the positive development of children, youth and the community. If you feel the same way, we hope you join us by becoming an AmeriCorps member or volunteering along side us.

Leave a legacy and grow. We are an experiential service program that provides opportunities for personal development through community service and leadership. We offer training that will enhance your term of service now and for years to come.

Youth In Service Mission Statement

Youth In Service collaborates with motivated 18-25 year olds to develop their community leadership skills and to positively contribute to the lives of local youth and families.

Areas of Service

Mentoring and Support for Youth and Families At-Risk:

• Tutoring and mentoring – during school hours and in after school and community-based programs
• Social skill building activities, including alternative recess and conflict resolution
• Facilitating homework clubs, violence prevention activities, recreational activities, and more
• Finding housing and other basic needs for families who are homeless
• Giving out community referrals
• Hosting family engagement activities

Providing Capacity Building for Non-Profit Youth Serving Organizations

• Recruiting, training and managing community volunteers
• Building partnerships with local businesses and community groups
• Fundraising and donation gathering

Requirements for Joining Youth In Service

• Be 18 to 25 years old
• Have a high school diploma/GED
• Have previous volunteer experience
• Be passionate about helping children, youth and families

Time Commitments

Members serve full-time for 11 months, from August 16 - July 15..

• 80% of time is spent serving sponsor sites, including Thurston County schools, community based organizations, and faith based organizations.
• 20% of time is spent in team training and events.
• First 1-2 weeks of service is spent in team training and service projects.
• Approximately 2 days per month will be spent in team meetings, training, and events.
• Members serve 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week, typically during the regular work day. However, a few sites require occasional weekend/evening hours.
• Some positions require a vehicle.

Current Service Positions

We will begin accepting applications for the 10-11 Service Year in April 2010. Members will start August 16th 2010. Please click on the following links to read the Youth In Service site descriptions for our current partners and download them in printable form:

• Big Brothers Big Sisters: School and Site Based Mentoring Assistant Olympia [Position Filled]
• Big Brothers Big Sisters: School and Site Based Mentoring Assistant Rochester [Position Filled]
• Boys & Girls Club: Education Coordinator Olympia-Lacey [Position Filled]
• Boys & Girls Club: Education Coordinator [Position Filled]
• Crisis Clinic: Youth and Outreach Program Assistant [Position Filled]
• CYS Rosie's Place: Volunteer Coordinator [Position Filled]
• Family Support Center: Family Engagement Assistant [Position Filled]
• Family Support Center: Homeless Services Assistant [Position Filled]
• Mercy Housing Evergreen Vista: Resident Services Assistant [Position Filled]
• POWER: Outreach, Advocacy & Radio Show Coordinator [Position Filled]
• ROOF Community Services: Program Assistant 1 [Position Filled]
• ROOF Community Services: Program Assistant 2 [Position Filled]
• South Sound Reading Foundation: Literacy Outreach Coordinator [Position Filled]
• TOGETHER! -- Evergreen Village: Program Assistant [Position Filled]
• TESC - Center for Community-Based Learning and Action: Campus Tutor and Mentor Program Coordinator [Position Filled]
• Garfield Elementary: Student and Family Support Specialist [Position Filled]
• Garfield Elementary: Reading and Math Intervention Assistant [Position Filled]
• Grand Mound Elementary: Youth Service Provider [Position Filled]
• Hansen Elementary: Student Support Specialist - Homework Club Assistant [Position Filled]
• Madison Elementary: Student and Family Support Specialist [Position Filled]
• Madison Elementary: Welcome Room Student-Family-Community Support Specialist [Position Filled]
• McLane Elementary: Student and Family Support Specialist[Position Filled]
• Olympia High School: Program Support Specialist 1 [Position Filled]
• Olympia High School: Program Support Specialist 2 [Position Filled]
• WaHeLut Indian School: Teacher's Assistant [Position Filled]

The Youth In Service Program started at Community Youth Services in 1994 and is funded by the Washington Commission for National and Community Service.