Appalachia CARES

Appalachia CARES AmeriCorps members will serve with nonprofit organizations in East Tennessee to strengthen communities and expand access to critical housing services. By providing education, resources, and home repairs, member service will directly address the larger goal of affordable, appropriate, and safe housing for all citizens. Member service will also support long term housing recovery in areas affected by Hurricane Helene and Living in Place services for seniors and individuals with disabilities. While filling vital gaps in local services, individual members will build job readiness skills, increase community knowledge, and make meaningful connections.

Member Duties : Housing services - education, resource support, home repair, basic household maintenance, increasing access to community services, serving on a team with other members, working with community organizations and volunteers

Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Health Coverage , Training .

Terms :

Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Uniforms provided and required , Permits working at another job during off hours .

Service Areas :

Housing .

Skills :

None

SUMMARY

Program Type:

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

Appalachia CARES

Program Start/End Date

09/16/2026 - 09/15/2027

Work Schedule

Full Time

Age Requirement

Minimum: 17 Maximum: None

Program Locations

TENNESSEE

Accepting Applications

From 08/15/2026 To 12/31/2026

To apply :

Phone 865-828-5927

E-mail [email protected]

Website www.clinchpowell.net

Contact

Missy Mathis

7995 Rutledge Pike

Rutledge TN 37861

8658285927

Listing ID

127343