Description
As an Epilepsy Community Health Worker in training, you'll work alongside the professional team from Epilepsy Foundation New England starting in June 2022 and ending in May 2023 to gain valuable career and professional skills. 56 AmeriCorps members serving at EFNE will facilitate social groups, connect people with social and financial supports, and provide care management to help people reach their personal and health goals. Member-led programming will range from activities such as providing training to school children about epilepsy working with individuals 1:1, and in-person and virtual groups. You'll plan for multiple groups each week, and you'll work with local organizations, schools, and stakeholders to promote programming and encourage participation. Help sustain the program for years to come by managing our growing community resource partners, recruiting volunteers, and fine-tuning our client engagement and management practices. Full-time members will receive a living stipend of $22,500 in total.
As an Epilepsy Community Health Worker in training, you'll work alongside the professional team from Epilepsy Foundation New England starting in June 2022 and ending in May 2023 to gain valuable career and professional skills. 56 AmeriCorps members serving at EFNE will facilitate social groups, connect people with social and financial supports, and provide care management to help people reach their personal and health goals. Member-led programming will range from activities such as providing training to school children about epilepsy working with individuals 1:1, and in-person and virtual groups. You'll plan for multiple groups each week, and you'll work with local organizations, schools, and stakeholders to promote programming and encourage participation. Help sustain the program for years to come by managing our growing community resource partners, recruiting volunteers, and fine-tuning our client engagement and management practices. Full-time members will receive a living stipend of $22,500 in total.
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Living Allowance
$2000
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$2000 monthly
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
Additional Benefits
Community Health Worker Certificate
Professional training in the healthcare field
Education Benefits
Credential or Certification
Education Requirements
High School Graduate
Desired Languages
English
Other Conditions
Car recommended
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Subject to criminal background check
Age Requirement
18 - 100