Description
Members participate in interfaith outreach across Central Indiana to build sustainable programs and relationships with faith communities. Members participate in enrichment to further understand, communicate and cooperate over the topics of meeting individual social needs. Member service activities include outreach, referrals, community education and awareness, and resource opportunities. IEC AmeriCorps Members recruit and train volunteers who will be engaged in relevant host-site capacity building activities.
Members' service is individualized to their service site mission and served community, with a focus on
• Building capacity at host-site by establishing 2-3 new activities/projects that increase accessibility of services
• Engage and further the unique mission of your host-site organization, particularly by recruiting and managing volunteers
• Attend and participate in a one-week training & orientation, bi-weekly enrichment series throughout the service year, and a one-week retreat.
• Build authentic professional relationships with immigrants and refugees, faith groups, and service providers.
• Identify and pursue training that leverage local experts and professionals for the benefit of your site and the IEC AmeriCorps team.
• Cultivate a network of faith community leaders and volunteers to assist in sustainable program building.
Sites Available for February 2024:
Resource Connections (Mental Health, Congregational Care Network, and Food) for Community Members (St. Monica Catholic Church)
Members participate in interfaith outreach across Central Indiana to build sustainable programs and relationships with faith communities. Members participate in enrichment to further understand, communicate and cooperate over the topics of meeting individual social needs. Member service activities include outreach, referrals, community education and awareness, and resource opportunities. IEC AmeriCorps Members recruit and train volunteers who will be engaged in relevant host-site capacity building activities.
Members' service is individualized to their service site mission and served community, with a focus on
• Building capacity at host-site by establishing 2-3 new activities/projects that increase accessibility of services
• Engage and further the unique mission of your host-site organization, particularly by recruiting and managing volunteers
• Attend and participate in a one-week training & orientation, bi-weekly enrichment series throughout the service year, and a one-week retreat.
• Build authentic professional relationships with immigrants and refugees, faith groups, and service providers.
• Identify and pursue training that leverage local experts and professionals for the benefit of your site and the IEC AmeriCorps team.
• Cultivate a network of faith community leaders and volunteers to assist in sustainable program building.
Sites Available for February 2024:
Resource Connections (Mental Health, Congregational Care Network, and Food) for Community Members (St. Monica Catholic Church)
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Living Allowance
$1916
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$1916 monthly
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Training
Additional Benefits
Education award of $3,697.50 upon successful completion of service (earn money for college or to pay off loans for accredited programs)
Living allowance ($884 every two weeks)
Flexible scheduling
Health coverage
Student loan forbearance
Professional and Training
Childcare assistance (if eligible)
Member Assistance Plan: Mental Health Support (online or phone sessions)
Education Benefits
College Degree, Credential or Certification
Education Requirements
GED
Desired Languages
English, Spanish
Other Conditions
Car recommended
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Subject to criminal background check