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Basic Information on RCAM  Work/Mission Groups :

The RCAM has Work Groups that come to Maine from all over the country to help the RCAM's Housing Service with rehabilitation on community homes and other projects.

Group Information

RCAM welcomes your group to explore opportunities with our Housing Services. You can make a difference in the lives of our rural elderly, disabled and disadvantaged families with repair and rehabilitation to their homes.

In order to insure a positive and productive experience RCAM requires a non-refundable deposit of $250.00 and a minimum contribution of $2,000.00 for groups of up to twenty ($120.00 for each additional person for pre-approved groups over 20). Weeks available will be filled on a first come, first serve basis.

RCAM will provide:

Housing in the local area that includes kitchen facilities, showers, restrooms and sleeping areas.

An orientation covering the following:

  • A brief history of RCAM, service descriptions and confidentialities issues.
  • A description of projects and an explanation of Maine Labor Standards and age restrictions that apply to construction safe work practices.
  • Procedure to obtain additional needed tools, supplies or materials.
  • RCAM jobsite supervisors will be on hand for all projects daily to check on progress and address concerns.
  • Local area information, maps, worship services, events and points of interest.

RCAM Requests:

  • One adult supervisor with leadership skills, a level of construction experience and safety awareness for every 4 young adults.
  • A workweek of 8 hours per day 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to noon on Friday.
  • Completed RCAM Group Participant Health Information forms.
  • Completed Required Release form, signed by parent or legal guardian if a minor.

If you have a group that is interested please contact the RCAM Housing Director  

 

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