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AmeriCorps

Team Engagement & Service Coordinator - VHCB

AmeriCorps, Sharon, Vermont, us, 05065

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Team Engagement & Service Coordinator - VHCB

Create a meaningful and impactful term of service for all VHCB AmeriCorps members by fostering a strong connection to the Program and supporting members in achieving their professional and personal goals. Build connections and deepen program impact between members and the community by coordinating and leading service projects. Complete an extensive Independent Service Project. This position is part of the Vermont Housing & Conservation Board AmeriCorps (VHCB AmeriCorps). The VHCB AmeriCorps program supports the innovative dual-goal approach to creating stable affordable housing opportunities for Vermont residents while preserving the natural and working landscape. Serving on the front lines of community-based organizations, VHCB AmeriCorps members energize, engage, and empower residents to address unmet needs at the local level, collectively creating positive change and building a healthy future for Vermont. This position is Full Time: Requires 1,720 hours for an average of 40 hours per week for 48 weeks. Member will receive a living allowance of $30,500 (pre-tax) for the service term. Member will receive an education award of $7,395 (pre-tax) upon successful completion of service. Other benefits include health insurance, federal school loan forbearance, and various training and networking opportunities.

Member Duties :

• Coordinate service projects for VHCB AmeriCorps cohort • Conduct site visits with each VHCB AmeriCorps Member • Support member professional development; tasks include peer support, and identifying trainings and resources to support member goals. • Conduct outreach by representing program at events, developing outreach materials, and promoting program's mission through other engagement efforts. • Support program staff in delivering training and events for the cohort • Complete an extensive Independent Service Project (ISP) • Implement member appreciation efforts • Share program mission, impact, highlight stories of service and engage new audiences through social media, newsletters • Foster member connection and collaboration through special events, service discussions, and cohort gatherings. • Participate in all VHCB AmeriCorps Program Initiatives & outreach activities to promote AmeriCorps. • Engage in professional and personal development activities and networking opportunities.

Program Benefits :

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

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

Service Areas : Environment , Community Outreach .

Skills : Environment , Community Organization , Team Work , General Skills , Communications , Leadership , Social Services .