Habitat for Humanity of the Greater Teton Area

Habitat for Humanity of the Greater Teton Area is now accepting applications for our Summer Associate positions from those interested helping Habitat build simple, decent, affordable homes for low-income families. These 8 positions are funded by AmeriCorps*VISTA, a government service program akin to PeaceCorps. The 8 week service term begins on May 24, 2009 and ends on July 18, 2009. Summer Associates will receive a living allowance of $909 per month, as well as a $1000 AmeriCorps Education Award at the end of their service term. Habitat is accepting applications from local and non-local residents. Interested persons do not need to currently be an AmeriCorps*VISTA member to apply, though if selected for a position, they must complete the online AmeriCorps application. Applicants must have a high school diploma, at minimum.

Habitat has two kinds of positions available, ReStore Associates and Construction Site Associates. Associates will work 5 days a week, Tuesdays through Saturdays, during their service term.

ReStore Associates will work in our ReStore, where we sell donated used and new building materials and household items. ReStore Associates will assist with customer service and retail tasks, help to manage the store, and learn about the mission and goals of Habitat for Humanity. Associates will learn about the role of the ReStore in supporting Habitat's projects as well as the benefits the store brings to the community and the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling to the environment. Other areas and projects may include interior design, furniture/cabinet building (finish carpentry), recycled art projects, deconstructions, and remodels.

Construction Site Associates will work alongside volunteers and other AmeriCorps members on our construction site in Wilson, helping build a home for a family in need. Associates will learn necessary construction skills, and will be able to lead a small group of volunteers on site by the later part of their term. They will also learn about the mission and goals of Habitat for Humanity, and about its impact on the local community.

Those interested in either of these positions should contact Lauren Conrad, Volunteer Coordinator for more information (call 307-734-0828 or email her at lauren@tetonhabitat.org). Applications will be accepted until Saturday April 25, 2009. Interested parties are encouraged to submit resumes to Lauren via email.