26-27 AmeriCorps Y.O.U.th Serve Member - Mental Health

We are now accepting applications for the Y.O.U. AmeriCorps Mental Health Lead for our 2026-2027 program year. AmeriCorps is an opportunity to make a big difference in your life and in the lives of those around you. It’s a chance to apply your skills and ideals toward helping others and meeting critical needs in the community. Whether your service makes a community safer, gives a child a second chance, or helps protect the environment, you’ll be getting things done through AmeriCorps! Member Duties The AmeriCorps Mental Health Lead serves as a vital bridge between Y.O.U.’s clinical expertise and its daily afterschool enrichment. This role is designed for a Bachelor’s-level professional seeking to gain high-level experience in social work, community mental health, and program administration. You will support the integration of that social-emotional learning (SEL) and mental health support seamlessly integrated into the Out-of-School Time (OST) environment. Program Benefits Education award upon successful completion of service Training Living Allowance Terms Car recommended Permits attendance at school during off hours Service Areas Health Children/Youth Skills Teaching/Tutoring Conflict Resolution Youth Development Leadership Counseling Social Services Education Public Speaking Team Work Communications Summary Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National Program: 26-27 AmeriCorps Y.O.U.th Serve Member - Mental Health Program Start/End Date: 09/01/2026 - 08/20/2027 Work Schedule: Part Time Education level: Some college Age Requirement: Minimum: 20 Maximum: None Program Locations: ILLINOIS Chicago Languages: English Accepting Applications: From 08/25/2026 To 05/15/2027 Contact Regina Stevenson 1911 Church St Evanston IL 60201 View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io Listing ID 130663 #J-18808-Ljbffr AmeriCorps