Bay Area Community Resources
CERC-Disaster Preparedness Outreach Member
Bay Area Community Resources, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Job Description:
The Program
California Volunteers, which manages California AmeriCorps programs, identified an urgent need to develop an infrastructure, working with regional partners throughout California, that can deliver emergency support to our communities which is how California Emergency Response Corps was founded.
California Emergency Response Corps, CERC, is a statewide preparedness/ response program whose goal is to help Californians become better prepared and to deploy to disasters such as wildfires, floods, earthquakes and food banks. Bay Area Community Resources is the legal applicant agency for the program. This program is part of a larger statewide California Volunteers campaign to boost emergency preparedness in communities experiencing social isolation, poverty, language barriers, and food insecurities.
Program Dates
The 2025-26 program year begins on October 1, 2025. Members will be expected to serve an 11-month service term completing 1700 hours from October 1, 2025-August 31, 2026.
Positions are available in the Bay Area, Fresno, Lake County, Los Angeles, Santa Cruz, and San Diego.
Member Responsibilities & Essential Functions:
All Member activities will aim to support CERC's core goals: to help Californians become better prepared for disaster, deploy to assist in disaster response, and serve communities local to Members' host sites.
AmeriCorps Member Responsibilities Serve 40 hours per week through contract duration Participate in evaluations including mandatory mid-year and end of year evaluations. Complete mandatory training in-person or virtually as directed.
Training will not exceed 20% of hours in the service term
Must be available to deploy (for up to 2 weeks each time), to state-wide emergency operations as determined by California Volunteers. Provide day-to-day support to nonprofit partner site (s), their mission, and internal programs. Attend recurring performance check-ins with CERC staff. Complete mandatory training in-person or virtually as directed. Weekly communication, documentation and timekeeping of hours and activities. Deliver service in the community through disaster preparedness education, alleviating food insecurity at a local food bank or distribution site, providing needed resources to underserved communities. Willingness to become a local emergency responder in partnership with the American Red Cross. Ability to serve all required State/National Service Days (MLK Day, Caesar Chavez, 9/11 Remembrance). Community Outreach:
Recruit community volunteers Strengthening partnerships with local community-based organizations and internal programs. Attend events and training on behalf of partner-site and AmeriCorps programs. Conduct surveys and other measurable activities. Community Education:
• Members will lead presentations and outreach efforts through canvassing, and partnerships with local nonprofits for the purpose of measurable community behavioral changes in preparedness.
Disaster Response:
As needed, Members will deploy to disasters and provide appropriate assistance to the organization(s) directly managing the disaster response. Deployments will happen on very short notice and last up to two weeks. After each disaster deployment, members and staff will debrief in order to articulate lessons learned and improve policies and procedures for future disaster responses.
Qualifications:
Must be 18+ years of age and high school graduates or GED recipients (or minimum of 17 and working toward a high school diploma or GED); members must agree to obtain either a diploma or GED before using an education award; meeting full list of member eligibility requirements in 45 CFR §2522.200(a) Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national or lawful permanent resident Must participate in a national criminal history background check pursuant to 45 CFR §2540.200-206 Organized, responsible, motivated, professional Demonstrates initiative, follow-through, and reliability Strong communication, collaboration, and public speaking skills Interest in disaster response or emergency management a plus Alumni of California Emergency Response Corps is preferred, but not required Desired Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Experience working with community programs, non-profits, churches, community organizations preferred Ability to provide a consistent, professional, positive adult relationship with the public and host nonprofit site(s) Confident oral and written communication skills Ability to serve independently and make decisions Willingness and ability to take initiative Experience working in group and team settings Ability to resolve differences professionally. High-level organizational skills Management of assigned technology/equipment/uniforms Possession of a personal automobile, a current California driver's license, and valid automobile insurance. Ability to speak Spanish or other non-English language strongly preferred Personal Qualities
Commitment to the mission and values of the partner agency and National Service Strong leadership skills, flexibility and adaptation Growth mindset with a can do attitude! Ability to inspire others Ability to maintain motivation to achieve goals while dealing with challenges Committed to community building and service Member Benefits
Up to $30,000 living allowance for term of service, paid semi-monthly Segal AmeriCorps Education Award in the amount of $7395 upon successful completion of minimum hours for enrolled term of service. California For All Education Award in the amount of $2606.00 to supplement the Segal Education Award for a combined total of $10,000. (FT/1700 hr members only) Healthcare coverage for member (FT/1700 hr members only) Childcare assistance if eligible (FT/1700 hr members only) Student Loan Deferment & Interest Forbearance if eligible. Member Development to include training, networking, and professional development opportunities that can be utilized and will be valued by future employers after the service term is completed. Includes CPR/First Aid Certification; Resume workshops; mass care and animal handling training.
*Due to the nature of sudden and unpredictable emergency responses, we discourage school enrollment while serving as an AmeriCorps members.
All Members must maintain the expected hours of service of 40 hours per week for the duration of their contract. Service hours are typically, Monday through Friday, 9am-6pm and weekends when needed.
About Us:
Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area.
We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.
BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status.
Visit our website at www.bacr.org.
Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location.
The Program
California Volunteers, which manages California AmeriCorps programs, identified an urgent need to develop an infrastructure, working with regional partners throughout California, that can deliver emergency support to our communities which is how California Emergency Response Corps was founded.
California Emergency Response Corps, CERC, is a statewide preparedness/ response program whose goal is to help Californians become better prepared and to deploy to disasters such as wildfires, floods, earthquakes and food banks. Bay Area Community Resources is the legal applicant agency for the program. This program is part of a larger statewide California Volunteers campaign to boost emergency preparedness in communities experiencing social isolation, poverty, language barriers, and food insecurities.
Program Dates
The 2025-26 program year begins on October 1, 2025. Members will be expected to serve an 11-month service term completing 1700 hours from October 1, 2025-August 31, 2026.
Positions are available in the Bay Area, Fresno, Lake County, Los Angeles, Santa Cruz, and San Diego.
Member Responsibilities & Essential Functions:
All Member activities will aim to support CERC's core goals: to help Californians become better prepared for disaster, deploy to assist in disaster response, and serve communities local to Members' host sites.
AmeriCorps Member Responsibilities Serve 40 hours per week through contract duration Participate in evaluations including mandatory mid-year and end of year evaluations. Complete mandatory training in-person or virtually as directed.
Training will not exceed 20% of hours in the service term
Must be available to deploy (for up to 2 weeks each time), to state-wide emergency operations as determined by California Volunteers. Provide day-to-day support to nonprofit partner site (s), their mission, and internal programs. Attend recurring performance check-ins with CERC staff. Complete mandatory training in-person or virtually as directed. Weekly communication, documentation and timekeeping of hours and activities. Deliver service in the community through disaster preparedness education, alleviating food insecurity at a local food bank or distribution site, providing needed resources to underserved communities. Willingness to become a local emergency responder in partnership with the American Red Cross. Ability to serve all required State/National Service Days (MLK Day, Caesar Chavez, 9/11 Remembrance). Community Outreach:
Recruit community volunteers Strengthening partnerships with local community-based organizations and internal programs. Attend events and training on behalf of partner-site and AmeriCorps programs. Conduct surveys and other measurable activities. Community Education:
• Members will lead presentations and outreach efforts through canvassing, and partnerships with local nonprofits for the purpose of measurable community behavioral changes in preparedness.
Disaster Response:
As needed, Members will deploy to disasters and provide appropriate assistance to the organization(s) directly managing the disaster response. Deployments will happen on very short notice and last up to two weeks. After each disaster deployment, members and staff will debrief in order to articulate lessons learned and improve policies and procedures for future disaster responses.
Qualifications:
Must be 18+ years of age and high school graduates or GED recipients (or minimum of 17 and working toward a high school diploma or GED); members must agree to obtain either a diploma or GED before using an education award; meeting full list of member eligibility requirements in 45 CFR §2522.200(a) Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national or lawful permanent resident Must participate in a national criminal history background check pursuant to 45 CFR §2540.200-206 Organized, responsible, motivated, professional Demonstrates initiative, follow-through, and reliability Strong communication, collaboration, and public speaking skills Interest in disaster response or emergency management a plus Alumni of California Emergency Response Corps is preferred, but not required Desired Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Experience working with community programs, non-profits, churches, community organizations preferred Ability to provide a consistent, professional, positive adult relationship with the public and host nonprofit site(s) Confident oral and written communication skills Ability to serve independently and make decisions Willingness and ability to take initiative Experience working in group and team settings Ability to resolve differences professionally. High-level organizational skills Management of assigned technology/equipment/uniforms Possession of a personal automobile, a current California driver's license, and valid automobile insurance. Ability to speak Spanish or other non-English language strongly preferred Personal Qualities
Commitment to the mission and values of the partner agency and National Service Strong leadership skills, flexibility and adaptation Growth mindset with a can do attitude! Ability to inspire others Ability to maintain motivation to achieve goals while dealing with challenges Committed to community building and service Member Benefits
Up to $30,000 living allowance for term of service, paid semi-monthly Segal AmeriCorps Education Award in the amount of $7395 upon successful completion of minimum hours for enrolled term of service. California For All Education Award in the amount of $2606.00 to supplement the Segal Education Award for a combined total of $10,000. (FT/1700 hr members only) Healthcare coverage for member (FT/1700 hr members only) Childcare assistance if eligible (FT/1700 hr members only) Student Loan Deferment & Interest Forbearance if eligible. Member Development to include training, networking, and professional development opportunities that can be utilized and will be valued by future employers after the service term is completed. Includes CPR/First Aid Certification; Resume workshops; mass care and animal handling training.
*Due to the nature of sudden and unpredictable emergency responses, we discourage school enrollment while serving as an AmeriCorps members.
All Members must maintain the expected hours of service of 40 hours per week for the duration of their contract. Service hours are typically, Monday through Friday, 9am-6pm and weekends when needed.
About Us:
Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area.
We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.
BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status.
Visit our website at www.bacr.org.
Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location.