Keys Service Corps AmeriCorps

🌟 Make a Difference Today! 🌟 Join KEYS Service Corps AmeriCorps and embark on a rewarding journey to shape the future of youth in Allegheny County. 📚✨ As a member, you'll work alongside dedicated educators and community partners, empowering students to reach their full potential. 🌱💪

Are you ready for a rewarding position where you will feel like you're making a difference?
Join AmeriCorps! KEYS Service Corps AmeriCorps is a short term paid service commitment. You will gain valuable experience, knowledge and connection that can open new doors to Pittsburgh's nonprofit, human services, and education fields.
KEYS Service Corps AmeriCorps members dedicate their energy to creating a brighter future for youth throughout Allegheny County. You will work directly with school-age youth to help them reach their academic potential. You will help shape their futures through school or after school-based programs. You will work hand in hand with school personnel to help your youth complete their homework and classwork. You will guide them as they learn the value of service projects to improve their community.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY -- Please visit http://www.keysservicecorps.org
Direct application link -- https://form.jotform.com/61316236724149
TERM OF SERVICE -
August 24, 2021 - July 9, 2022
or
September 28, 2021 - August 12, 2022
HOURS -
40 hours a week - 1700 total
LIVING ALLOWANCE -
$756.50 every two weeks before taxes $17,400 total
HOLIDAY PAY -
Members have 15 paid holiday's off
EDUCATION AWARD -
$ 6,345
The Education Award can be used to pay for the costs of attending a qualified institution of higher education or to pay back qualified student loans. Received upon successful completion of term of service.
FORBEARANCE -
Qualified student loans typically can be placed into forbearance if they are federally backed, in your name, and not in default.
PAYMENT OF INTEREST -
All or a portion of the interest on student loans placed in forbearance that accrued during the term of service is paid if the member successfully completes the term of service.
HEALTH INSURANCE - Available to full-time members at no cost to the member
CHILD CARE SUBSIDY -
Available to full-time members who meet certain criteria
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT-
Members engage in biweekly professional development and networking throughout their term
REQUIREMENTS -
Applicants must be at least 19 years of age, have previous experience working with children, and pass a series of clearances.
We're looking for members who are not only able to have fun with kids on their level but who are also able to be professional and inspirational role models. This is a chance to help youth grow and to grow yourself. You will have fun, but you also will have challenges to overcome. If you're an energetic, committed individual who relishes the feeling of accomplishment after an exhausting day running around with kids, this is the position for you!

AmeriCorps Application Form Please click the link to complete this form.

AmeriCorps KEYS As a KEYS AmeriCorps member you will work directly with school-age children to help them reach their academic potential. You will help shape their futures through structured afterschool programs. You will guide them as they learn the value of community service.

Yesterday KEYS Service Corps members and National Health Corps Pittsburgh joined together for a virtual service project writing over 500 cards for frontline workers who have done so much for our community over the past year. Our MLK Day of service may have looked a bit different this year but it was a very meaningful project honoring the legacy of Dr. King

For AmeriCorps every year MLK Day is a day on not a day off. This year KEYS volunteered with . The Western PA Diaper Bank collects and distributes diapers to families in need. @ Western Pennsylvania Diaper Bank

KEYS Alumni Tonee Turner is missing. Please share and keep an eye out.

Alumni Spotlight:

Neal Donovan served at the Brashear Association in 2017-2018 and is currently the recruiting and East End Program Coordinator at PULSE (Pittsburgh Urban Leadership and Service Experience)

This is what he had to say about his service term:

“My time at Brashear's afterschool program, ALEC, combined my interest in working with youth and my introduction to nonprofits in Pittsburgh. I particularly enjoyed creating relationships with each student through fun games, jokes, and crafts, because I got to know them better, while also earning a voice in their lives. Brashear also exposed me to nonprofit work in Pittsburgh and inspired me to pursue a role in the nonprofit sector. I am thankful for my time with KEYS, because it set me up to work with PULSE, where I get to promote and support young adults looking to serve their community, like I did.”

Host Site Shout Out:

KEYS has proudly partnered with as a host site for over five years! This year four of our wonderful members are placed with RIF.

RIF Pittsburgh strives to develop book ownership, motivational activities, and positive reading experiences in the Pittsburgh community so that their impact will continue to be felt by children and families in their homes and schools long after their programming has ended.

Want to make a positive impact on your community while gaining meaningful experience? Join our team! We are hiring for our Winter Corps which starts January 13th, 2020. To apply click the link in our bio.

Meet Alexander!

Host Site: Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School

Hometown: Rockville, Maryland

Fun Fact: Before working with kids he worked with kids (Baby Goats) at a goat farm!

Why he is serving:

“I was looking to redevelop my skills working with the youth, such working through how to frame a message towards a younger audience, as well as simply looking for an opportunity to re experience the grade school environment from a difference angle, and KEYS provided the right opportunity and professional support to give me that chance. This service term will be one that provides some of the necessary hands on experience and perspectives I need in order to work towards becoming an Education Lawyer. In which I hope to influence a more fulfilling educational environment for Teachers, Students and After School Care Providers.”

Alumni Spotlight:

Rachel served with KEYS at CitiParks in the summer of 2017. She is currently a Research Specialist in The Care Lab at UPMC.

Here is what she had to say about her term:

“KEYS was my first position after graduating from college. The staff and members helped to guide me and teach me the professionalism necessary for a successful career. It also solidified my choice to work with young kids, which is what I’m currently doing! Being new to the city, KEYS also provided me with friendships, connections, and a sense of community that made Pittsburgh feel like home!”

Join the Braddock Youth Project for their 9th annual Collard Greens Cook-Off!