AmeriCorps Urban Safety; AMUS) Program

The Wayne State University Ameri Corps Urban Safety (AMUS) Program is a public health and public safety initiative that engages Ameri Corps members in direct service to strengthen Detroit neighborhoods and improve the health, safety, and well-being of residents.

AMUS members serve in communities throughout Detroit, working alongside residents, law enforcement, community organizations, businesses, and other partners to address neighborhood conditions that affect public safety and community health. Members conduct door-to-door outreach, provide residents with safety and health education, support crime-prevention initiatives, participate in community events, conduct neighborhood and home safety activities, and connect residents with available resources and services.

Members may support initiatives addressing violence prevention, auto theft prevention, environmental health and safety, lead exposure prevention, senior safety, and other emerging community needs. Service also includes identifying neighborhood concerns, distributing educational and safety materials, assisting with community assessments and data collection, and encouraging residents to become actively involved in improving their neighborhoods.

Through hands-on service, AMUS members gain experience in public health, public safety, community engagement, outreach, data collection, and community problem-solving while developing leadership and professional skills.

AMUS provides members with the opportunity to make a measurable difference while helping create safer, healthier, and more connected Detroit communities.

Member Duties : A typical day of service with the Ameri Corps Urban Safety (AMUS) Program is active, community-based, and focused on public health and public safety. Members may conduct door-to-door outreach in neighborhoods, provide residents with health and safety information, distribute educational materials and safety resources, and connect residents to available community services. Members will conduct door to door surveying.

Members may also support community events, neighborhood safety initiatives, environmental health activities, lead prevention education, senior safety, and crime prevention efforts. Service may include conducting surveys and assessments, collecting community data, identifying neighborhood concerns, and working alongside residents, community organizations, businesses, and law enforcement partners. Members also participate in training and professional development to strengthen their leadership, communication, outreach, and public service skills.

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

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

Service Areas :
Community Outreach,Children/Youth,Public Health Ameri Corps,Public Safety.