AmeriCorps Community Training for Overdose Rescue (ACT)
Full Time
Detroit, MI 48202
Posted
Job description
The AmeriCorps Community Training for Overdose Rescue (ACT) program is currently recruiting new Overdose Rescue Trainers for our Fall 2023 cohort. ACT is an AmeriCorps service program and part of Wayne State University's Center for Urban Studies. ACT aims to reduce opioid-overdose deaths in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties through community education efforts, mainly by hosting overdose first-aid trainings for the general public where participants learn how to recognize an opioid overdose, use Narcan nasal spray (a medicine that can reverse opioid overdose and is administered with an easy-to-use nasal spray device) and give hands-only CPR. This is a 6-month, 20 hr/week paid service experience. As part of our program, AmeriCorps members serving with ACT can expect to: Gain hands-on health education experience Build skills for their future Network with public health groups and organizations Serve on a diverse, energetic team Earn a living allowance of $5,292 distributed evenly throughout their term Receive an education award of $1,718 when they successfully complete their term This AmeriCorps service position is a rewarding opportunity for students, professionals, and anyone who wants to make a difference in our community. ACT welcomes candidates of all backgrounds, and we provide extensive training and professional development for incoming members. Our Fall 2023 term will start on August 21, 2023 and continue through March 17, 2024. How to Apply: The priority deadline to apply is June 7, 2023. While priority will be given to applicants who apply by June 7, 2023, we will accept applications through July 5, 2023 as space allows. Applicants must be 18 years or older, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and be a US citizen or permanent resident. Anyone interested can apply at www.stopoverdosedeaths.org.
Member Duties : Our AmeriCorps Members train people living in Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb counties how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose emergency. We distribute Narcan as well. Our members do a lot of community outreach, project management, and health communications.
Program Benefits : Training , Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service .
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended , Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time .
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended , Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time .
Service Areas :
Health , Public Health AmeriCorps , Community Outreach .
Health , Public Health AmeriCorps , Community Outreach .
Skills :
Fund raising/Grant Writing , Team Work , Law , Community Organization , Medicine , Non-Profit Management , Veterans , Writing/Editing , Social Services , Communications , Urban Planning , Recruitment , General Skills , Conflict Resolution , Leadership , Education , First Aid , Youth Development , Public Speaking , Counseling , Public Health , Teaching/Tutoring , Fine Arts/Crafts .
Fund raising/Grant Writing , Team Work , Law , Community Organization , Medicine , Non-Profit Management , Veterans , Writing/Editing , Social Services , Communications , Urban Planning , Recruitment , General Skills , Conflict Resolution , Leadership , Education , First Aid , Youth Development , Public Speaking , Counseling , Public Health , Teaching/Tutoring , Fine Arts/Crafts .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
AmeriCorps Community Training for Overdose Rescue (ACT)
Program Start/End Date
08/21/2023 - 03/17/2024
Work Schedule
Part Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations
MICHIGAN Detroit/Ann Arbor/Flint
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From 04/28/2023 To 07/05/2023
To apply :
Phone 3136815207
E-mail chelsea.actwayne@gmail.com
Website www.stopoverdosedeaths.org/join-our-team
Contact
Chelsea Mudalagi
5700 Cass Ave
Detroit MI 48202
(313) 681-5207
chelsea.actwayne@gmail.com
stopoverdosedeaths.org
Listing ID
114710
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