AmeriCorps Youth Crew Leader (CLDP)-High School Crews

                                                                       

 

 

Title: AmeriCorps Youth Crew Leader Development Program (CLDP)- (Leading crews of high schoolers, aged 15-18)  

Reports to: Youth Programs Coordinator 

Conservation Legacy Program: Southwest Conservation Corps   

Location: Durango, CO  

Dates: April 6th

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* – August 7th, 2026,

*There may be potential for extension through the fall season  



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* Late start date May 4th. 

Benefits: 

· Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $2,817.14 

· Living Allowance of $485 per week. 

· Additional Benefit of $200 per week. 

· $685 weekly = ($485/week living stipend + $200/week additional benefit stipend) 

· Healthcare Coverage if Eligible 

· Childcare Coverage if Eligible 

· Loan forbearance if Eligible 

· Interest Payments if Eligible 

Additional Benefits: Paid time off between summer sessions and 2 additional days of PTO; Food provided while in the field, uniforms, protective equipment, access to Mental Health Consultant and Employee Assistance Program.  

Training:  U.S.

Forest Service recognized OHLEC Chainsaw training, Technical Trails Training, Mental Health Training, Mandatory Reporter Training, Trauma Informed Approach Training.

Potential for Crosscut Training & Backcountry Training. 

Housing: SCC-Durango will be securing a camping location for leaders and CLDPs during the spring season.

Other options, include; host-housing, and partnership with a local Hostel.

Options will be reviewed in the interview process.   


*Wilderness Medicine: CLDP members are provided with Wilderness First Responder/CPR/AED training.

There will be a WFR course available in Durango in March (dates TBD) through Desert Mountain Medicine. Other acceptable WFR Courses and Re-certification Courses can be reimbursed (up to $650) but must be taken prior to the start of the season. 

 

Multiple positions opened.

Application closes December 31th, 2025.   

 

Southwest Conservation Corps (SCC) is a program of the non-profit service organization, Conservation Legacy.

SCC provides youth and young adults opportunities to complete conservation projects primarily on public lands.

While serving with SCC, members receive training on job skills, conflict resolution, leadership, teamwork, and environmental stewardship.

Programs are developed using a step ladder approach to provide a progression of skill development based on a member’s needs. 

 

This is an entry level position focused on development, we welcome applications from candidates who may not have all the skills listed below.

This position provides extensive training during the spring season, meant to prepare CLDP’s for leading summer crews.

This position is an opportunity to make a difference in young peoples’ lives.

CLDP’s will be mentors, educators and facilitators for high school students, working to increase youth resiliency, build confid...