AmeriCorps
Heal & Home AmeriCorps Program
Rooted in Grace Foundation, in partnership with the Governor’s Office of Youth, Faith, and Family, operates the Heal & Home AmeriCorps program. Our AmeriCorps members are not volunteers—they are trained, compensated leaders integrated into our multidisciplinary care delivery system.
As a Heal & Home AmeriCorps member, you will serve as a vital link in addressing disparities in healthcare access, mental health services, and child well-being for low-income families with young children (aged 0-5 years) in metro Phoenix. Serving 32-34 hours per week, you will deliver evidence-based public health education, teach emotional resilience, and navigate complex social services to foster a trauma-informed environment where families can thrive.
Service Dates
- Year-Long: August 2026 – August 2027
- Summer: April 2026 – July 2026
- Apply before May 15, 2026
Empowering Change. Transforming Lives.
Qualifications*
- Female applicants preferred
- A high school diploma is required
- College degree or equivalent life experience preferred
- Valid driver’s license
- Candidates are ideally 21 years of age and older
- Ability to lift 30 lbs.
- Flexibility/Adaptability
- Emotional maturity
- Resilience
- Empathy
- Accepting of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and customs
- Open to growth during challenging situations
Lived Experience Valued: We strongly encourage applications from individuals whose diverse backgrounds reflect the vibrant metro Phoenix communities we serve. A shared understanding of overcoming barriers such as low income or language difficulties is considered a profound asset to our team.
* Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal access for persons with disabilities. Rooted in Grace Foundation is an equal opportunity organization and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Responsibilities
As a Rooted in Grace Foundation AmeriCorps member, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake a range of responsibilities to foster a secure, nurturing environment for our patients and residents.
- Health-Supported Parenting Education: Conduct 1-on-1 in-home sessions utilizing the evidence-based Triple P Parenting framework to teach positive discipline, child development, and stress management techniques.
- Healthcare Referral & Navigation: Conduct social health screenings (using tools like PRAPARE) to identify mental health or substance use concerns, assist families with insurance enrollment, and connect them directly to medical providers.
- Screening & Resource Linkage: Identify critical basic needs and provide warm referrals for housing, food security, legal assistance, and transportation.
- Collaborative Team Projects: Participate in one of three specialized teams to strengthen our community footprint: Amplify (Communications & Recruitment), Service (Events & Celebrations), or Connections (Community Outreach & Partnerships).
Benefits
Join our AmeriCorps program today and gain access to a wide range of member benefits designed to support and enhance your experience while positively impacting your community. As a valued member, you’ll access various perks to ensure your well-being and personal growth throughout your service term (or gap year).
Professional Certifications: Gain the training and practicum hours necessary to earn state certifications as a Community Health Worker (CHW) and/or Peer Support Specialist.
Asset-Based Leadership Training: Learn the principles of Asset-Based Community Development—identifying and mobilizing community strengths rather than just focusing on deficiencies—to become a true community builder.
Housing & Living Allowance: Receive an enhanced living allowance and access to optional free housing and utilities (when available) to ensure you are fully supported during your year of service.
Annual AmeriCorps Retreats: Connect with fellow members and recharge during our biannual AmeriCorps retreats, fostering an opportunity to reflect, learn, and build supportive relationships with other passionate individuals like yourself.
Vacation Days & Personal Time: Embrace a healthy work-life balance with vacation and personal days off to rest and rejuvenate.
Individual Counseling & Group Processing Sessions: You can receive individual counseling and group processing sessions to address any challenges that may arise during your service term, prioritizing your emotional well-being.
Segal Education Award: Upon completing your service term, you may be eligible to receive a Segal Education Award, providing opportunities to further your education or alleviate existing student loan debt, paving the way for your future.
