Los Valles Community Corps
| Term | Four or Eight weeks, Mon-Fri, Day Crew |
| Location | Colorado: Chaffee, Costilla, Saguache, Mineral/ Hinsdale Counties. Must live in county you are applying for. |
| Award | Up to $1040 participation award |
| Benefits | Uniform, PPE, Workers Compensation Coverage |
| Ages | 14 – 18 |
Program Dates:
Costilla County: June 11 – July 6, 2012 OR July 16 – August 10, 2012 (4 weeks)
Saguache County: June 11 – July 6, 2012 (4 weeks)
Chaffee County: July 16 – August 10, 2012 (4 weeks)
Hinsdale/Mineral Counties: June 18 – August 10, 2012 (8 weeks)
Program Description:
Young adults aged 14-18 complete environmental conservation and community service projects on public lands. Projects may include: trail maintenance, painting, park and grounds maintenance, bridge and structure building, and noxious weed eradication. Crews generally consist of 10 Crew Members that are supervised by two adult Crew Leaders. Crews work in all kinds of weather and in various locations. The program also includes an education component, which emphasizes community exploration, local ecology, life skills training, civic responsibility, etc.
General Qualifications: Though no experience is required, here are some things to keep in mind when you work with Southwest Conservation Corps.
• Safety – Being safe in the field is our top concern. When engaging in physical labor, safety becomes even more important. You will be expected to take a serious attitude toward safety all day and every day while working in the field.
• Commitment – Crew Members must make a strong commitment to complete the program. You will challenge yourself, work hard, and be committed to doing the best that you can.
• Professionalism – Crew Members must be willing to appropriately represent Southwest Conservation Corps and, when applicable, the AmeriCorps Program. Members are also required to be tolerant of diversity; respecting the differences of others.
• Teamwork – Crew Members must be willing to work hard, participate as part of a team, and be dedicated to the Southwest Conservation Corps’ mission.
• Substance Free – Corpsmembers MUST be willing and able to refrain from the use of alcohol and drugs while participating
in the SCC program.
• Fitness – Projects involve hiking, heavy lifting and repetitive motions. Projects can sometimes take place at high elevations; above 8,500 feet. Members are expected to be ready to confront these conditions.
How to Apply:
Applications are accepted online, obtain a hard copy from your school counselor, or contact the SCC Los Valles office.
Participants must live in County they are applying for.
Be sure to select “Local Day Crew” program, and “Los Valles – Salida, CO” location.
CLICK HERE FOR ONLINE APPLICATION
Contact Information:
Contact Greg Baxter with any questions: Greg@sccorps.org or 719-539-2438
PLEASE NOTE: SCC is still in the process of finalizing other opportunities for local youth. Due to lack of funding, SCC may not be able to operate community based programs in Durango, CO or Tucson, AZ. Community corps programs will definitely be running in communities throughout the San Luis Valley of Colorado. Please check back in mid-March for additional details.
