The VISTA member at FRC will support programs for families and establish Community Education. Support the parent education facilitator in meeting set ups, interact with community leaders to bring speakers and training events to Sterling to ensure building of the mission, promote healthy families, and provide access for families that would otherwise not receive resources/or information because of our location. The VISTA will update and utilize database to assess individual(s) and family needs. Utilize database for a detailed record system to collect data concerning needs and outcomes of referrals. Expand resource pool for program services. Assist individual(s) and families in finding services and being the point of contact as the referring agent. Identify needs in Logan County and surrounding areas which fit to the FRC mission.
Service Activities
The VISTA will participate in the following activities: seeking curriculums, marketing of those programs, researching funding sources, and volunteer recruitment and management.
Community Need Addressed
increased community outreach to underserved populations, increased resources for underserved populations
Position Outcomes
increased resources, increased marketing and communications, increased community collaborations
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Non-competitive eligibility (federal jobs), Relocation allowance (if applicable), Stipend, Student loan forbearance
Skills you will gain
Teaching/Tutoring , Team Work , Leadership , Community Organization , Writing/Editing , Education .
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Lead group discussion, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner, Turn taking, Write cleary and effectively
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel, Improvise, Provide relevant expertise, Select and implement well-considered solution
Teamwork
Derive consensus, Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Stay positive and outcome oriented, Use appropriate strategies and solutions for dealing with conflicts and differences to maintain a smooth workflow
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Anticipate the consequences of decisions, Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them, Quickly respond with a back-up plan if a decision goes amiss
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job, Consistently choose the best tool or technological solution for the problem at hand, Seek opportunities to improve knowledge of tools and technologies that may assist in streamlining work and improving productivity
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks, Create environment of contribution, Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently, Effectively delegate tasks, Set goals
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Evaluate customer or client satisfaction, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Provide personalized, prompt, and efficient service to meet the requirements, requests and needs of customers, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand and anticipate the needs of others, Understand the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment