Description
The AmeriCorps VISTA will serve with the Liberty County Disaster Recovery Committee (LCDR), community organizations, and service providers to help restore the well-being of area residents affected by Hurricane Harvey. The VISTA member will help organize faith-based and non-profit communities respond cooperatively and collaboratively for future events. The member will identify local resources and needs. Additionally, the VISTA will work to mobilize volunteers to address the long-term housing, health, and basic human needs of families and individuals that were affected. They will work with the Unmet Needs Committee to assist in distributing grants and resources for household recovery efforts. They will also work with the LCDR to help expand existing capacity as well as refine and expand the current recovery plan to be ready for future disasters
The AmeriCorps VISTA will serve with the Liberty County Disaster Recovery Committee (LCDR), community organizations, and service providers to help restore the well-being of area residents affected by Hurricane Harvey. The VISTA member will help organize faith-based and non-profit communities respond cooperatively and collaboratively for future events. The member will identify local resources and needs. Additionally, the VISTA will work to mobilize volunteers to address the long-term housing, health, and basic human needs of families and individuals that were affected. They will work with the Unmet Needs Committee to assist in distributing grants and resources for household recovery efforts. They will also work with the LCDR to help expand existing capacity as well as refine and expand the current recovery plan to be ready for future disasters
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Living Allowance
$1026
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$1026 monthly
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
Education Requirements
High School Graduate
Desired Certifications or Qualifications
Skills :
Community Organization, Business/Entrepreneur, Leadership, General Skills, Recruitment,
Computers/Technology, Communications, Team Work, Public Speaking, Disaster Services, Social Services, Non-Profit Management .
Desired Languages
English
Other Conditions
Car recommended
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Subject to criminal background check