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AmeriCorps

Christian Appalachian Project (September start, 3-12 months)

AmeriCorps, Mount Vernon, Kentucky, United States, 40456

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AmeriCorps . As an AmeriCorps member with Christian Appalachian Project, you will serve people in need while developing yourself personally and professionally. Members serve in some of Appalachian Kentucky's highest poverty communities, providing compassionate service to low-income families, children and youth, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Members serve full-time for a minimum of three months up to one year, with the option to serve additional terms. As a faith-based organization, CAP offers members the optional opportunity to engage in prayer and spiritual reflection, as well as volunteer opportunities above and beyond the AmeriCorps commitment. Positions are available in education, home repair, elderly services, poverty and hunger relief, youth empowerment, and volunteer capacity-building. Start dates are flexible; contact us if you would like to serve on a different timeline than stated in this listing.

Member Duties

Home Repair Crew Member Early Childhood Educator Educator/Summer Camp Counselor Food Pantry Associate/Advocate Elderly Services Caseworker Family Advocacy Associate Volunteer Groups Assistant Training is provided; all members may have opportunities to participate in Disaster Relief and other programs outside of their primary service area.

Program Benefits

Training Education award upon successful completion of service No-cost counseling Childcare assistance if eligible Relocation Allowance Living Allowance Health Coverage Stipend

Terms

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

Service Areas

Hunger Children/Youth Disaster Relief Housing Education Elder Care

Skills

Willingness to learn skills Social Services Disaster Services Education Teaching/Tutoring General Skills Team Work Recruitment First Aid Trade/Construction Youth Development

Summary

Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National Program: Christian Appalachian Project (September start, 3-12 months) Program Start/End Date: 09/02/2025 - 08/31/2026 Work Schedule: Full Time Education level: Less than High school Age Requirement: Minimum 18 Program Locations: KENTUCKY Languages: English Accepting Applications: 07/24/2024 To 07/25/2026

Contact / How to Apply

To Apply: Phone 8007555322, E-mail volunteer@chrisapp.org, Website www.christianapp.org/apply-now

Additional contact: Ashley Ellis, 310 Beiting Ln, Mount Vernon KY 40456, 606-308-2329, volunteer@chrisapp.org

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