AmeriCorp Fellow - California Emergency Response Corps

The California Emergency Response Corps (CERC) is a statewide AmeriCorps preparedness and disaster response program led by California Volunteers and administered by Bay Area Community Resources (BACR).

The programs mission is to strengthen Californias emergency readiness and disaster resilience, particularly in communities most vulnerable to wildfires, floods, earthquakes, and food insecurity.

This is a limited-term service opportunity totaling 1700 hours (~11 months).

Fellows will gain direct experience in climate resilience, community organizing, and emergency response while serving vulnerable communities across California.

CORE is recruiting CERC Fellows for two areas of service: 1.

Climate Resilience & Disaster Preparedness Los Angeles | San Diego | San Francisco Bay Area Fellows will support community-based emergency preparedness, climate resilience, disaster mitigation, outreach, education, volunteer engagement, and community projects.

Fellows will work directly with residents and community partners to help communities prepare for and reduce the impacts of disasters.

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Disaster Recovery & Resource Navigation Los Angeles Altadena Fellows will support wildfire recovery efforts in Los Angeles, with a primary focus onAltadena and the Pacific Palisades.

Fellows will support COREs Altadena recovery hub and Center for the Community by helping residents navigate community resources and connect with recovery services and assistance.

Both positions provide hands-on experience working directly with communities and supporting residents before, during, and after disasters.

Direct Community Engagement Lead community outreach, education events, and distribute preparedness materialsFacilitate workshops on disaster preparedness and climate resilienceCollaborate with community-based organizations and residents on local projects Program Development Support Co-develop content and ideas for local campaign events and community-led initiatives Support the implementation of urban greening, defensible space, risk assessment, emergency kit preparation, and food insecurity projects Volunteer Coordination & Community Engagement This program works in Alameda and Santa Clara Counties and includes extensive driving.

Represent CORE and AmeriCorps at community events and trainings Build and maintain relationships with local community-based organizations Recruit, train, and lead volunteers in climate and disaster preparedness projects Data & Reporting Log community interactions, feedback, and resource distribution Submit accurate weekly reports and timekeeping through approved systems Participate in regular performance check-ins and team meetings Emergency Deployment Be available for up to 4 deployments across California during your service term, each lasting up to 2 weeks Support emergency operations (e.g., wildfire relief, food bank distribution) with 2448 hours' notice AmeriCorps Member Expectations Serve ~35 hours per week to complete 1700 hours Participate in CERC-...