Make a positive change in the lives of others and yourself! The AmeriCorps Partnership is recruiting members to support homeless services programming in Santa Barbara City at The Public Defender's Office. Roles are Full Time national service contract positions that last one year, renewable up to four times.
Job Type: Full-time, 1-Year Contract from September 2026 through August 2027
Roles and responsibilities of members include:
- Assisting clients in accessing resources and benefits including Medi-Cal and Medicare, housing applications, food banks, mental health services, etc.
- Enrolling beneficiaries in the Homeless Management Information System
- Housing beneficiaries by utilizing community resources
- Collaborating with community partners on housing retention activities
- Street outreach in Santa Barbara County
- Volunteer recruitment and management
Benefits of Service:
- $3,116.00 Monthly Stipend
- $10000 Education Award
- Professional Development
- Networking Opportunities in Social Services, Nonprofits, and Government
- Loan Forbearance
- Leadership Training
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Healthcare + Childcare at Full Time
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national or a lawful permanent resident alien of the U.S
- Must undergo a National Sex Offender Registry check and a criminal history check
- Must be at least 17 years or older
- Must have a high school diploma or GED or agree to obtain one while serving.
- Must have a full year of availability from September 2026 through August 2027
- Must live in Santa Barbara County
We are holding interviews now!
Service Location: Santa Barbara and Santa Maria
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $3,116.00 per month
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Government Issued Photo ID (Required)
Work Location: In person
