Serve as a CitySquare AmeriCorps Member!

 

CitySquare AmeriCorps places members in three focus areas: Education, Food Security, and Social Services. Members have the opportunity to serve within CitySquare programs and with other nonprofit organizations throughout North Texas.

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Want to see what it’s like to serve with CitySquare AmeriCorps? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram or check out our interactive ​Host Site Map.

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Applicants are encouraged to apply early to be considered for a position. Applicants are considered on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the CitySquare AmeriCorps office via phone or email and invited to an interview session.

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How do you want to serve?

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Education Positions​

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Ready for a summer of service? Summer education members serve with one of our nonprofit summer program host sites in Dallas to engage youth in fun and educational day camp activities and foster growth in social and emotional skills. Summer members serve 300 hours (35-40 hours per week) for 8-9 weeks starting June. Members earn a total living allowance of $3,000 ($1,290-$1,600/month) and an education award of $1,459.26. 

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Social Services Positions

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Social services members provide assistance to vulnerable individuals and families through case management, housing support, homeless outreach, resource referrals, workforce training, etc. within CitySquare programs and with external host sites in the DFW area and Paris, Texas. Preference for these positions is given to applicants pursuing a degree in social work or a related field, and some positions may fulfill internship requirements for social work/psychology/public health and related majors. Members serve 450 hours of service (32-35 hours per week) with three terms of service available: Fall: September – December; Spring: January - April; Summer: May – August. Members earn a total living allowance of $4,500 ($1,204-$1,388 per month) and a $1,824.07 education award. 

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Food Security Positions

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CitySquare AmeriCorps places members in food pantries at CitySquare and other partnering nonprofit organizations working to improve food security in North Texas. Members serve 450 hours of service (32-35 hours per week) with three terms of service available: Fall: September – December; Spring: January - April; Summer: May – August. Members earn a total living allowance of $4,500 ($1,204-$1,388 per month) and a $1,824.07 education award. 

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What are the minimum qualifications to serve?

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The minimum qualifications to serve:

• High School Graduate (17 or older)

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (deferred action does not suffice)

• Reliable transportation

• Able to pass a criminal background check

• A commitment to make a difference!

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What’s the Education Award?

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The Segal AmeriCorps Education Award is a benefit that AmeriCorps members receive upon successful completion of their term of service. The award can be used to go to most colleges and universities or to repay qualifying student loans. Click here to learn more.

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