The VISTA will support NFP to sustain and improve the systems developed for data management, event coordination for continued public health nursing education, and fundraising and grant writing capacity for long-term development and growth of the organization’s legal services offered to underserved low-income mothers. The VISTA will support NFP to maintain strong relationships with program partners and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and integration of services to improve the lives of Philadelphia families struggling with housing and other legal issues.
Service Activities
The member tasks and activities will include:
1. Streamline data collection and management for the NLP staff to improve efficiency of tracking and monitoring data regarding consultations and referrals. 2. Improve tracking system processes for NLP clients to ensure transparency in legal efforts.
3. Coordinate and research training and curriculum materials developed by NLP attorneys and NFP/MM staff for brunch and learn events.
4. Create documentation for processes for continued trainings and event coordination.
5. Research funding opportunities and fundraising for sustainability of the NLP. 6. Assist in writing proposals for funding opportunities.
Community Need Addressed
Build programs that aim to improve health outcomes for urban maternal and child health
Position Outcomes
Improvement of systems of data collection for legal services, efficient development of event coordination, better research on fundraising, thorough coordination and researching of staff attorney research materials
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, Training
Monthly professional development training opportunities
Education Benefits
College Degree
Skills you will gain
Project management, technical writing, event planning, fundraising
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, 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, 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, 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, Operate tools and equipment in accordance with established operating procedures, safety standards, and ethical guidelines, 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, Drive decision making, Effectively delegate tasks, Facilitate group planning, 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