*Goodwill VISTA* Turning Points Communications Specialist

Overview The Goodwill VISTA Turning Points Communications Specialist role with AmeriCorps VISTA program supports Turning Points Network (TPN), a private, non-profit agency dedicated to enhancing the safety and well-being of victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and stalking within Sullivan County, NH. We strive to create a community responsive to all victims and survivors through education, outreach, and accountability, empowering the community to establish a safer culture. TPN has served as the sole source of 24-hour crisis intervention and advocacy services to thousands of victim-survivors and their families in Sullivan County regardless of location, time of day, or income level. TPN has the only emergency shelter within Sullivan County for survivors of domestic violence and routinely houses up to 16 individuals. The geographic area for this program covers Sullivan County, in the Upper Valley on the western edge of the state. The communities comprising the service area include Acworth, Charlestown, Claremont, Cornish, Croydon, Goshen, Grantham, Langdon, Lempster, Newport, Plainfield, Springfield, Sunapee, Unity, and Washington. In addition to direct service, TPN staff deliver prevention education in schools to ages Pre School through High School and to community organizations. TPN currently covers 75% of schools across Sullivan County and provides programming to more than 1,500 students annually.

Member Duties

Develop engaging content tailored for a younger demographic (under 40).

Assist in managing TPN's social media accounts to reach this demographic.

Collaborate in planning and promoting events targeted at youth engagement.

Engage with local schools, colleges, and youth organizations.

Develop new strategies to attract and retain volunteers.

Program Benefits

Relocation Allowance

Stipend

Health Coverage

Training

Childcare assistance if eligible

Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend

For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits

Terms

Permits working at another job during off hours

Car recommended

Permits attendance at school during off hours

Service Areas

Health

Children/Youth

Community Outreach

Education

Technology

Skills

Communications

Videography

Computers/Technology

Team Work

Recruitment

Social Services

Writing/Editing

Summary Program Type

AmeriCorps VISTA

Program Start/End Date 08/11/2025 - 08/10/2026

Work Schedule Full Time

Age Requirement Minimum: 18

Program Locations NEW HAMPSHIRE

Accepting Applications From 06/11/2025 To 01/01/2026

Contact Sol Carpenter Goodwill NNE AmeriCorps Portland ME 04103 207-298-7016 sol.carpenter@goodwillnne.org

Listing ID 126749

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