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via ZipRecruiter posted_at: 4 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Host Site: Homefull Location: Columbus Websites: www.homefull.org thinktank-inc.org americorps.gov/serve/americorps/americorps-vista Homefull strives to increase and improve Housing, Food, and Jobs with and for persons served in poverty and to engage the surrounding community to assists in innovative ways. Homefull is recruiting 2 Full-Time AmeriCorps VISTA Positions for: Capacity-Building: Agency-Community Relations & Resource Generation Host Site: Homefull
Location: Columbus
Websites: www.homefull.org thinktank-inc.org americorps.gov/serve/americorps/americorps-vista

Homefull strives to increase and improve Housing, Food, and Jobs with and for persons served in poverty and to engage the surrounding community to assists in innovative ways. Homefull is recruiting 2 Full-Time AmeriCorps VISTA Positions for: Capacity-Building: Agency-Community Relations & Resource Generation
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via Salary.com posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Job Description: Applications will ONLY be accepted through the My AmeriCorps portal. To apply, see listing: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=103830... This is an AmeriCorps VISTA Leader Position (Volunteer Year of Service w/ Bi-Weekly Living Allowance) Member Duties : The goal of the SHRA VISTA Leader is to coordinate the communications (i.e. website and social media platforms), data collection/reporting, and support 4 VISTA Job Description:

Applications will ONLY be accepted through the My AmeriCorps portal. To apply, see listing: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=103830...

This is an AmeriCorps VISTA Leader Position (Volunteer Year of Service w/ Bi-Weekly Living Allowance)

Member Duties : The goal of the SHRA VISTA Leader is to coordinate the communications (i.e. website and social media platforms), data collection/reporting, and support 4 VISTA members for a place based initiative that focuses on creating cross sector collaboration to improve distressed communities. In addition, the leader will manage a structure that facilitates the intense collaborative efforts of a dedicated cadre of stakeholders; residents, local governments, private businesses, non-profit organizations, and federal agencies as they carry out the goals and activities of the initiative.

Service Description: The VISTA Leader for SHRA is a once in a lifetime opportunity for a highly organized and enterprising individual to manage the structure, communications, goals, interventions, and outcomes of a place based initiative. The SHRA VISTA Leader will focus on providing support and facilitating access to services and resources that contribute to improving the quality of life for underserved populations. The individual in this position will strengthen the collaborative network of stakeholders; residents, non-profit organizations, municipal entities, and businesses that are committed to supporting the goals of the place based initiative. The Leader will coordinate 4 additional VISTA members as they facilitate their action teams, plan, develop and implement new strategies to improve the quality of life for residents within distressed communities. Note that VISTA Leader must have already completed one year of service in the AmeriCorps, VISTA, NCCC, or Peace Corps programs.

Requirements:
• COMPLETE My AmeriCorps application (https://my.americorps.gov/mp/login.do)
• Two references (through My AmeriCorps application)
• Bachelor’s Degree
• One year of service in the AmeriCorps, VISTA, NCCC, or Peace Corps programs

Applications will ONLY be accepted through the My AmeriCorps portal. To apply, see listing: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=103830

Learn more at: www.sacramentopromisezone.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $1,588.56 per month

Benefits:
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
SHRA is very concerned about the health & safety of employees regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus). We are following guidelines from our local, state & federal public health agencies by implementing precautions that may help prevent the spread of the disease.

Education:
• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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Job ID: j202206131834476232267

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via Indeed posted_at: 7 days agoschedule_type: Part-time
Company Description The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan serves as a common solicitor, storehouse and distributor of food on behalf of its Partner Agencies which are non-profit, charitable organizations serving those in need... Today the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan provides over 25 million pounds of food each year to those in need through more than 415 partner agencies. Partner Agencies consist of local soup kitchens, shelters, and food pantries Company Description

The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan serves as a common solicitor, storehouse and distributor of food on behalf of its Partner Agencies which are non-profit, charitable organizations serving those in need...

Today the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan provides over 25 million pounds of food each year to those in need through more than 415 partner agencies. Partner Agencies consist of local soup kitchens, shelters, and food pantries who strive to feed the more than 300,000 people in eastern Michigan who are food insecure. The excellent relationships established within the Food Bank’s 22 county service area and throughout the state has allowed for numerous programs and initiatives to help fight hunger.

Link to AmeriCorp Website: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=88742

Job Description

Monitor summer feeding sites to ensure proper safety & food handling of meals served, ensure required forms and documentation is completed properly to remain compliant with federal program requirements. Maintain open communication with all program stakeholders ensuring sites are operating effectively. Provide additional training as necessary, reconcile discrepancies with diplomacy and tact, and provide progress reports to program manager.

Summer Food Service Program runs through: June 19, 2023 until August 18, 2023.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Build positive relationships with all program stakeholders, such as managers, coworkers, site volunteers, community partners, and program participants.
• Visit feeding sites to observe operations, make corrections as needed, and provide on-going feedback to maintain and improve performance.
• Ensure the quality and safety of meals served.
• Continuously monitor required forms & documentation for accuracy and completion.
• Provide training, feedback, and successfully encourage others involved in the program to achieve positive results.
• Answer questions, provide direction, and resolve issues that may arise in the day to day operation.
• Provide reports as required by supervision.
• Other duties as assign.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent, with some college helpful.

Must have a valid driver’s license, and good driving record.

Must have reliable transportation.

Must be 18 years old or older

Must be able to pass a background check

Specific, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Highly developed verbal, written and computer skills.

Excellent planning and organizational skills.

Ability to handle multiple priorities and work independently under

general supervision.

Ability to work in partnership with community and other staff

members.

Must have attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines
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via Diversity Jobs posted_at: 7 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Requisition ID:37661 Job Title: AmeriCorps Job Training & Placement... Sector: Employment, Education Employment Category: AmeriCorps Volunteer Employment Type: Fixed-Term Open to Expatriates: Not Applicable Location: Wichita, KS; Dodge City, KS; Garden City, KS; Kansas City, KS Please apply at MyAmeriCorps by copying the following link into your browser: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=99166 Job Description Service Requisition ID:37661

Job Title: AmeriCorps Job Training & Placement...

Sector: Employment, Education

Employment Category: AmeriCorps Volunteer

Employment Type: Fixed-Term

Open to Expatriates: Not Applicable

Location: Wichita, KS; Dodge City, KS; Garden City, KS; Kansas City, KS

Please apply at MyAmeriCorps by copying the following link into your browser:

https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=99166

Job Description

Service Description: In 2022, the Kansas Volunteer Commission
awarded the International Rescue Committee's (IRC) Kansas Office for Refugees
(KSOR) an AmeriCorps Kansas sub-award that that will fund service positions to
serve refugees and other vulnerable populations seeking employment
opportunities across the state of Kansas. AmeriCorps members serving in this
program will provide job training and placement services at partner sites
throughout the state of Kansas.

Member Responsibilities: The Job Training and Placement AmeriCorps
member will provide 1) job readiness training for clients to improve
employability skills; and 2) job placement services for clients to obtain and/or
retain new or better employment.

Duties include:
Assist clients to increase Economic Wellbeing as determined by the assessment matrix outlined in the Family Self-Sufficiency Plan (FSSP). The FSSP includes the following barriers to economic wellbeing: access to food, employability, financial stability, transportation, and childcare.

Implement and conduct vocational training courses that include on-the-job training, workplace orientation, mock interviews, creation of resumes, job skills development sessions, and skills recertification

Improve clients' understanding of digital and vocational English literacy

Support with self-sufficiency and employability plan development

Refer clients to job opportunities, job search, and application assistance

Deliver and update existing job training curriculum, as appropriate

Track attendance and maintain client files and database records

Administer client intakes, pre- and post-assessments as required, and document results in case files

Assist clients to increase Economic Wellbeing on the assessment matrix scale as outlined by the Family Self-Sufficiency Plan. This includes addressing access to food, employability, financial stability, transportation, and childcare.

Determine and assist client in accessing relevant employment opportunities.

Participate in all program meetings, development activities, and other meetings, as needed

Accompany clients to job interviews and orientations, as needed.

Assist clients and employers, as necessary with post placement issues and continuing employment needs.

Monitor job performance, wage level, and employer/employee satisfaction.

Cultivate new relationships with area employers.

Qualifications

Obtain or in process of obtaining a high school diploma or equivalent.

Fluency in English and competent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Car recommended

General Computer Knowledge
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via Indeed schedule_type: Full-time
The role of the Communications and Engagement Specialist is to develop and coordinate a robust internal and external communication strategy focused on engaging persons eligible for NOCAC programs, NOCAC staff, and community partners. NOCAC is near the tail end of rebranding the agency. Once this process is complete, we will have a complete rebranding/marketing package that will need to be... executed. This position will work to improve awareness of The role of the Communications and Engagement Specialist is to develop and coordinate a robust internal and external communication strategy focused on engaging persons eligible for NOCAC programs, NOCAC staff, and community partners. NOCAC is near the tail end of rebranding the agency. Once this process is complete, we will have a complete rebranding/marketing package that will need to be... executed. This position will work to improve awareness of programs and services and support NOCAC’s mission to minimize the effects of poverty by connecting individuals to opportunities and resources that support a secure future.

Schedule:
• Monday – Friday, 8-4:30
• Location will be a combination of on-site (Defiance) and remote work
• 40 hours/wk, for one year

Program Benefits:
• Living Stipend: $675.08 biweekly (gross)
• Housing stipend $200/month
• End of Term Education Award Amount: $6895.00 OR End of Year Cash Stipend: $1800.00
• Student Loan Deferment during service (must select education end-of-service award)
• All Federal Holidays off (and a few bonus days, too)
• 10 days personal leave
• 10 days sick leave
• Noncompetitive Eligibility Status for Federal Job openings for 1 year after service
• Health Care Benefits:

1. AmeriCorps VISTA Healthcare Allowance – members who have health care
coverage can get reimbursed for certain out-of-pocket expenses

2. AmeriCorps VISTA Health Benefit Plan – members who do not have health
care coverage can enroll in this basic plan at no cost

Qualifications:
• Must be 18 years of age.
• A High School Diploma or GED.
• College coursework in Communications or Graphic Design, preferred.
• Past experience in communication, journalism, and/or graphic design related work or projects helpful.
• Must be collaborative, but also very comfortable and driven working independently.

Other:
• Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license and maintain state minimum amount of automobile liability insurance and be insurable through NOCAC’s vehicle insurance carrier.
• Pre-employment and ongoing job requirements as specified by NOCAC policy including: background screening, drug/alcohol screening, and employment physical.
• Must maintain professional boundaries, ethics and confidentiality; be sensitive to the needs of low-income individuals and be able to work with individuals of all cultural backgrounds and ages.

To Apply: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=93575

Contact: afranklin@nocac.orgor 419.784.2150 x1101 if you have any questions or need more information.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $26,847.00 per year

Benefits:
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Defiance, OH 43512
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via GrabJobs posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
We are searching for an energetic MTCC AmeriCorps Senior Leader - MTCC Network Office to join our productive team at Montana Campus Compact in Missoula, MT. Growing your career as a Full Time MTCC AmeriCorps Senior Leader - MTCC Network Office is an amazing opportunity to develop relevant skills. If you are strong in adaptability, decision-making and have the right personality for the job, then... apply for the position of MTCC AmeriCorps Senior Leader We are searching for an energetic MTCC AmeriCorps Senior Leader - MTCC Network Office to join our productive team at Montana Campus Compact in Missoula, MT.
Growing your career as a Full Time MTCC AmeriCorps Senior Leader - MTCC Network Office is an amazing opportunity to develop relevant skills.
If you are strong in adaptability, decision-making and have the right personality for the job, then... apply for the position of MTCC AmeriCorps Senior Leader - MTCC Network Office at Montana Campus Compact today!

Applications can only be accepted through the My AmeriCorps Portal. To apply for this position, please visit its opportunity listing: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=87335.

About This AmeriCorps Position

The MTCC AmeriCorps Senior Leader will serve at Montana Campus Compact’s Network Office at the University of Montana and provide support to AmeriCorps teams throughout the state. They will support training opportunities for AmeriCorps College Coaches and service projects in Missoula and statewide, recruiting college students and community volunteers to serve, and utilizing social media and local media outlets to highlight the service of the MTCC AmeriCorps teams in Montana. The Senior Leader will serve closely alongside the AmeriCorps Program Director to assist with host site visits across the state. The Senior Leader supports MTCC's reporting procedures to ensure compliance with AmeriCorps policy. Additionally, the Senior Leader supports MTCC's Day of Service projects, such as MLK Read for Peace and the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance. This member is the point of first contact for AmeriCorps College Coaches and hosts weekly check-in meetings via Zoom. To learn more about this position, visithttps://mtcompact.org/available-positions/.

About This Service Site

Montana Campus Compact (MTCC) is a CEO-led coalition of colleges and universities which drives civic engagement, service-learning, and volunteerism across our state. Our mission to improve community life and educate students for civic and social responsibility is critically important. Our world requires thoughtful, compassionate, knowledgeable, and engaged leaders. We need a workforce that understands the important role of the individuals in a community. Higher education is an excellent place to teach and learn civic engagement. Our office oversees two National Service Programs including an AmeriCorps program and a VISTA program. Montana Campus Compact prides itself on a community-oriented philosophy that is the foundation of all of its programs and initiatives. We believe that everything we do should cultivate strong individuals and make positive impacts in the larger world. Administratively, MTCC is coordinated from a network office hosted by the University of Montana in Missoula. The network itself comprises thousands of dedicated students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community partners serving on or near college campuses throughout the state. An essential mission of MTCC is to use the principles of anti-racism to serve as an ally to historically marginalized communities and empower them to attain post-secondary education. Members of the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities are strongly encouraged to apply. To learn more about this service site, visit https://mtcompact.org/.

About Montana Campus Compact

Montana Campus Compact (MTCC) serves as an intermediary, placing national service members into AmeriCorps positions with nonprofits, schools, and government agencies across the state of Montana. Since the year 2000, we have enabled hundreds of Americans to contribute thousands of hours to the Montana public sector. Learn more about MTCC and our higher education network athttps://mtcompact.org/.

About AmeriCorps

AmeriCorps gives Americans of all backgrounds an opportunity to benefit their community by committing a period of their life to a national service that combats poverty, improves equity, stewards the environment, or creates healthy futures. In exchange for their service, AmeriCorps members receive a modest living allowance, permitting them to live in solidarity with the low-income communities which their efforts strengthen and empower. Members also receive money to pay for college or repay student loans, along with other benefits. More details can be found by visitinghttps://www.americorps.gov/.

Benefits of working as a MTCC AmeriCorps Senior Leader - MTCC Network Office in Missoula, MT:

● Company offers great benefits
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Attractive package
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via Indeed schedule_type: Full-time
AmeriCorps NCCC (the National Civilian Community Corps) provides you with valuable life experience and skill development while you lead a team of 18-26 year olds, earn money for college, travel the U.S., and help communities! The mission of AmeriCorps NCCC is to strengthen communities and develop leaders through team-based national and community service. Training for our Fall 2023 Traditional Corps will be held out our Pacific Region and Southwest AmeriCorps NCCC (the National Civilian Community Corps) provides you with valuable life experience and skill development while you lead a team of 18-26 year olds, earn money for college, travel the U.S., and help communities! The mission of AmeriCorps NCCC is to strengthen communities and develop leaders through team-based national and community service. Training for our Fall 2023 Traditional Corps will be held out our Pacific Region and Southwest Region campuses. Here is what you can expect during your service: - Serve full-time for 11 months (1 month leadership training, 10 months leading a team) - Lead a team of 8-12 young adults -Deploy to 4-6 projects across the country (transportation provided) Next steps: - Complete an application by clicking the “Apply Now!” button below. Be sure to have ready the following information: a brief statement outlining your motivation for serving, your work/service experience, 2 professional references, and essays describing your leadership... experience and what you will bring to the program. Completed References need to be submitted by 6/5. - Once you complete an application, make sure to submit it! To do this, access this listing once more (we recommend bookmarking it in your browser now) and click the “Apply Now!” button. - After your complete these steps, you should hear back about your application within 1-3 weeks. If not, please email us at ANCCC@cns.gov. You can learn more about NCCC at www.AmeriCorps.gov/nccc or join one of our upcoming Webinars at www.Americorps.gov/serve/fit-finder/americorps-nccc#webinars.

Member Duties : You will lead a team through direct, hands-on service in the areas of natural and other disasters, infrastructure improvement, environmental stewardship and conservation, energy conservation, and urban and rural development. Your team could be doing anything from building a house to running a youth summer program, so adaptability is key! As a Team Leader, you will be crucial to your team’s success. You’ll be responsible for directing, motivating, and mentoring, a diverse team of young people. Partner organizations and NCCC staff will look to you for coordination of project logistics. Gain invaluable supervisory experience, challenge yourself, and build lasting connections.

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

Terms :

Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time , Uniforms provided and required .

Service Areas :

Community and Economic Development , Homelessness , Health , Education , Hunger , Community Outreach , Hurricane Katrina , Neighborhood Revitalization , Environment , Housing , Children/Youth .

Skills :

Team Work , Teaching/Tutoring , General Skills .

SUMMARY

Program Type:

AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leaders

Program

AmeriCorps NCCC Traditional Corps Team Leader - Fall 2023

Program Start/End Date

09/12/2023 - 07/19/2024

Work Schedule
Full Time

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations
WEST VIRGINIA , MICHIGAN , CALIFORNIA , WYOMING , GUAM , MONTANA , SAIPAN , SOUTH DAKOTA , LOUISIANA , NEW MEXICO , OREGON , RHODE ISLAND , NORTH DAKOTA , DELAWARE , ARKANSAS , MARYLAND , TEXAS , ILLINOIS , ARIZONA , NEW HAMPSHIRE , NEBRASKA , MINNESOTA , DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA , GEORGIA , OKLAHOMA , WISCONSIN , VIRGINIA , VERMONT , KANSAS , MAINE , MASSACHUSETTS , IOWA , NEW YORK , MISSOURI , TENNESSEE , MISSISSIPPI , AMERICAN SAMOA , OHIO , ALASKA , NORTH CAROLINA , COLORADO , SOUTH CAROLINA , NEW JERSEY , IDAHO , NEVADA , WASHINGTON , ALABAMA , INDIANA , VIRGIN ISLANDS , HAWAII , FLORIDA , PUERTO RICO , PENNSYLVANIA , UTAH , KENTUCKY , CONNECTICUT

Languages

English

Accepting Applications

From 03/01/2023 To 05/31/2023

Contact
Gary Crosson

250 E Street SW

Washington DC 20525

800-942-2677

ANCCC@cns.gov

AmeriCorps.gov/NCCC

Listing ID
116942
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via LinkedIn posted_at: 26 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Habitat for Humanity was founded in 1976 with the vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Habitat homeowners help build their homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable, no-interest mortgage. The houses are built at no profit, and the money generated from the mortgages is used to fund the building of other homes. AmeriCorps members are one of the groups of volunteers... that help Habitat homeowners achieve strength, stability Habitat for Humanity was founded in 1976 with the vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Habitat homeowners help build their homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable, no-interest mortgage. The houses are built at no profit, and the money generated from the mortgages is used to fund the building of other homes. AmeriCorps members are one of the groups of volunteers... that help Habitat homeowners achieve strength, stability and independence through safe, decent and affordable shelter. Habitat for Humanity International hosts both the AmeriCorps National and AmeriCorps VISTA programs, with Habitat for Humanity affiliates across the country. If you are interested in a year of service with Habitat for Humanity, please visit www.habitat.org/americorps for more information, and to apply. We hope you will decide to join us! ***Please Note: you must apply via www.habitat.org/americorps and AmeriCorps.gov to be considered for an opportunity with Habitat for Humanity’s AmeriCorps Program.***

Further help on this page can be found by clicking here .

Member Duties : Habitat for Humanity AmeriCorps National members serve directly with communities, families and volunteers by helping build, renovate and repair houses, working in partnership with families to help them apply for housing, or recruiting and mobilizing volunteers. These member duties vary depending on the role, of which there are five: (1) Community Outreach Coordinator, (2) Construction Crew Leader, (3) Deconstruction Coordinator, (4) Family Services Coordinator, and (5) Volunteer Services Coordinator. To learn more about each of these roles, please visit www.habitat.org/americorps. Once there, click “Search” to view all current opportunities. To search by state, use the drop-down box and click “Search”. At the bottom of each posting, you will find an “Apply now” button. If you do not see an opportunity that interests you at the moment, please check back frequently as we are continually adding positions.

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

Terms

Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended .

Service Areas

Community Outreach , Housing , Veterans , Neighborhood Revitalization .

Skills

Team Work , General Skills .

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Summary

Program Type:

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

Habitat for Humanity Year of Service

Program Start/End Date

04/10/2023 - 03/01/2024

Work Schedule Full Time

Education level

High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations NEW JERSEY , OHIO , RHODE ISLAND , FLORIDA , NEBRASKA , SOUTH CAROLINA , OREGON , HAWAII , MARYLAND , MICHIGAN , WISCONSIN , NEW MEXICO , MAINE , NORTH CAROLINA , DELAWARE , INDIANA , WYOMING , IDAHO , COLORADO , TENNESSEE , WASHINGTON , ILLINOIS , CONNECTICUT , MONTANA , KENTUCKY , GEORGIA , ARIZONA , TEXAS , MASSACHUSETTS , UTAH , KANSAS , DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA , ALABAMA , OKLAHOMA , MISSOURI , VIRGINIA , LOUISIANA , PENNSYLVANIA , NEW YORK , CALIFORNIA

Languages

English

Accepting Applications

From 01/04/2023 To 12/31/2024

Contact Jolayne Cooper

322 W Lamar St

Americus GA 31709

2294107510

HabitatAmericorps@habitat.org

www.habitat.org/AmeriCorps

Listing ID 63603
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via Indeed schedule_type: Full-time
The VISTA Leader will support the recruitment of high-quality VISTAs and subsites from across Missouri. This position will provide ongoing training and facilitate a successful year of service for all VISTAs. They will also increase project and member effectiveness by monitoring monthly member reports. The VISTA Leader reports to the VISTA Program Manager... VISTA Activities Supporting the recruitment of high-quality VISTAs • Reviewing VISTA Assignment The VISTA Leader will support the recruitment of high-quality VISTAs and subsites from across Missouri. This position will provide ongoing training and facilitate a successful year of service for all VISTAs. They will also increase project and member effectiveness by monitoring monthly member reports.

The VISTA Leader reports to the VISTA Program Manager...

VISTA Activities

Supporting the recruitment of high-quality VISTAs
• Reviewing VISTA Assignment Descriptions (VADS) for clarity, accuracy, and consistency and suggesting improvements
• Research recruitment opportunities and promote position announcements through local venues and digital channels
• Suggesting processes for candidate assessment and evaluation that incorporates VADs, assisting in screening applicants
• Assisting in setting up and participating in interviews

Conducting VISTA member training and coordinating ongoing professional development
• Participating in On-Site Orientation Training (OSOT) and ensuring VISTAs understand the policies, procedures, and project schedule
• Identifying any learning needs of VISTAs, developing a training calendar for VISTAs and VISTA task groups with topics such as cultural diversity, conflict resolution, poverty, and volunteer management
• Securing local instructors to present training
• Facilitating and encouraging peer learning among VISTAs
• Maintaining a professional development log for all VISTAs and distributing completion certificates.

Facilitating a successful year of service for VISTAs
• Conducting monthly one-on-one meetings with each VISTA member to review assignment progress and address member needs
• Assisting VISTAs in clarifying problems and creating their solutions (involving the site supervisor if VISTA cannot resolve the issue)
• Coordinate projects for National Days of Service (September 11th National Day of Remembrance, Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service, and others)

Compensation

This full-time national service position provides a living allowance of approximately $20,002 annualy ($767/biweekly).

You also have the choice of one of two awards at the end of a successful year of service:
• $3,000 cash stipend bonus
• OR
• $6,895 Segal Education Award for future educational expenses or federal student loans

(Your university could double this award! To see if your school matches, visit https://americorps.gov/partner/partnerships/schools-national-service-search)

Other benefits include:
• Childcare assistance is available to VISTA members who qualify.
• Relocation assistance is available to VISTA members who qualify.
• Some health benefits are available to VISTA members to help with the cost of co-pays and other qualified medical expenses.
• Professional development training opportunities.
• AmeriCorps VISTA allows members to earn federal non-competitive eligibility, giving members an edge in the federal hiring process.

For more information about the AmeriCorps VISTA program, please visit https://americorps.gov/serve/fit-finder/americorps-vista.

Eligibility Requirements
• Be 18 years or older
• Hold one of the following citizenship or legal residency statuses: US citizen, US National, Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e., Green Card status), and persons legally residing within a state, which may include those holding the following classifications: refugee, asylee, temporary protected status throughout VISTA service, and having Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status.
• As this is a full-time position and requires 40 hours per week, candidates with full-time employment or currently enrolled full-time in an educational institute are not a good fit for VISTA positions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20,002.00 per year

Benefits:
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:
• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in St. Louis, MO 63109
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via Minnesota Nonprofit Job Board - Minnesota Council Of Nonprofits posted_at: 7 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 8.88 an hour
NeighborWorks Home Partners is a full-service homeownership center that empowers individuals and communities by helping people buy, fix, and keep their homes. We are working to reduce racial disparities in homeownership and improve access to resources that support successful and sustainable homeownership. We are seeking a VISTA member to join our team to help us discover barriers that our... community members face when trying to access our resources NeighborWorks Home Partners is a full-service homeownership center that empowers individuals and communities by helping people buy, fix, and keep their homes. We are working to reduce racial disparities in homeownership and improve access to resources that support successful and sustainable homeownership. We are seeking a VISTA member to join our team to help us discover barriers that our... community members face when trying to access our resources and identify solutions to overcome those barriers.

We are seeking a VISTA member to join our team to help us determine: current baselines for how successful our community members are when signing up for our services; determine why members fall off in the process and where the process becomes difficult; interview and/or survey member who have use our services to gather information about what was easy and what was hard; review our website for accessibility problems; and provide a final summary of your findings and solutions we can implement. You’ll gain experience in nonprofit operations and homeownership needs while applying your skills in solving accessibility issues and developing engagement strategies.

If you’re able to take on this challenge, you will be helping people access down payment assistance, homebuyer education and advising, credit help, and home improvement financing. Many of our customers would not be able to achieve homeownership without this help. This is an experience that can make an impact not just for a lifetime but for generations to come.

Our VISTA will serve with us for the summer, from June 5, 2023 to August 11, 2023. If you are able to take on this challenge, you will be helping people access down payment assistance, homebuyer education, credit help, and home improvement financing. Many of our customers would not be able to achieve homeownership or make needed repairs to their homes without these resources. This is an experience that can make an impact not just for a lifetime but for generations to come.

VISTA members receive a living allowance of $675.08 bi-weekly and have a choice of the Segal Education Award ($1459.26) or a cash stipend ($345.80) at the completion of service.

Applicants must be: 
• U.S. citizens and at least 18 years of age 
• responsible, self-motivated, and able to handle multiple ongoing projects 
• able to work full-time with regular and timely attendance 
• excellent communicators 
VISTA Assignment Description

This summer associate will discover barriers customers face when trying to access resources and identify solutions to overcome barriers. They will discover current baselines for how successful customers are when signing up for our services; determine why customers fall off in the process; interview and survey customers; review our website for accessibility problems; provide a final summary of findings and solutions we can implement to help our communities build wealth through homeownership.

Objective 1: Gain a high-level understanding of the services NWHP provides for our communities to create new
homeowners and provide stability for current homeowners.

Objective 2: Analyze Salesforce data for lead conversion and service file completion success rates.

Objective 3: Collect feedback from recent customers and community partners who signed up for our services or
submitted a loan application and summarize findings.

Objective 4: Provide summary report of findings and propose solutions

Applications should be received by May 19, 2023 for priority consideration.

Apply here at AmeriCorps: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=117446
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