AmeriCorps
Bay Aging Regional Resiliency VISTA (Hybrid)
The Virginia Capacity Building Project supports Serve Virginia and their partners in alleviating the effects of poverty through organizational capacity building. While our project covers a wide range of issue areas, from substance use disorder to educational opportunities, all of our members are dedicated to increasing the impact and reach of volunteerism and to pursuing healthy futures for all Virginians. The efforts of our AmeriCorps members will help us build towards a healthier, happier, and stronger Commonwealth.
Member Duties :
Serve your community and develop your professional skills through a year of service with AmeriCorps VISTA! In this hybrid position, the Bay Aging Regional Resiliency VISTA will increase Bay Aging's capacity by leading the Regional Resiliency Workgroups in advancing actionable solutions to resilience challenges in their communities. The Member will do so by increasing the participation of the Core Workgroup and subgroups, coordinating the development of subgroup projects, and facilitating resource development. The right fit for this position will have strong computer skills (Microsoft Word/PowerPoint/Excel, Google, PDF Conversions, etc.), strong writing skills and time management, ability to read and comprehend complex policies/literature and reports, and to communicate with a broad range of stakeholders. Grant writing experience preferred. Driver's license required.
Program Benefits :
Relocation Allowance , Living Allowance , Training , Childcare assistance if eligible , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Health Coverage* .
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits .
Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas : Community and Economic Development , Housing , Health .
Skills : Writing/Editing , Computers/Technology , Fund raising/Grant Writing .
The Virginia Capacity Building Project supports Serve Virginia and their partners in alleviating the effects of poverty through organizational capacity building. While our project covers a wide range of issue areas, from substance use disorder to educational opportunities, all of our members are dedicated to increasing the impact and reach of volunteerism and to pursuing healthy futures for all Virginians. The efforts of our AmeriCorps members will help us build towards a healthier, happier, and stronger Commonwealth.
Member Duties :
Serve your community and develop your professional skills through a year of service with AmeriCorps VISTA! In this hybrid position, the Bay Aging Regional Resiliency VISTA will increase Bay Aging's capacity by leading the Regional Resiliency Workgroups in advancing actionable solutions to resilience challenges in their communities. The Member will do so by increasing the participation of the Core Workgroup and subgroups, coordinating the development of subgroup projects, and facilitating resource development. The right fit for this position will have strong computer skills (Microsoft Word/PowerPoint/Excel, Google, PDF Conversions, etc.), strong writing skills and time management, ability to read and comprehend complex policies/literature and reports, and to communicate with a broad range of stakeholders. Grant writing experience preferred. Driver's license required.
Program Benefits :
Relocation Allowance , Living Allowance , Training , Childcare assistance if eligible , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Health Coverage* .
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits .
Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas : Community and Economic Development , Housing , Health .
Skills : Writing/Editing , Computers/Technology , Fund raising/Grant Writing .