Description
This position based in Denver, CO will work to strengthen education, career, and leadership opportunities at Mile High YouthBuild. The VISTA member will develop leadership councils for students and alumni. These councils are essential to YouthBuild and the VISTA will implement systems and strategies to improve the effectiveness of these councils. Second, the VISTA will enhance pathways to careers by coordinating a student career exploration fair and developing partnerships with local businesses. Lastly, the VISTA member will work on a college campus visit program and build systems for greater student buy-in, support, and exposure to opportunities of community service, community involvement, and community leadership.
Mile High Youth Corps (MHYC) is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization established in 1992 to give youth ages 16 to 24 a chance to earn an income and learn hands-on job skills while serving in their communities. In its first year, 20 youth served Denver neighborhoods through a single 10-week program. Today, MHYC engages more than 200 youth (called Corpsmembers) every year through several comprehensive programs that integrate paid work experience on community service projects with leadership development, career exploration and education. During our 24 year history, Mile High Youth Corps has grown from a small, seasonal, neighborhood-based organization to a comprehensive, year-round, regional program serving 15 counties from two regional offices, Metro Denver and the Southern Front Range of Colorado. Our mission is to help youth make a difference in themselves and their community through meaningful service opportunities and educational experiences.
This position based in Denver, CO will work to strengthen education, career, and leadership opportunities at Mile High YouthBuild. The VISTA member will develop leadership councils for students and alumni. These councils are essential to YouthBuild and the VISTA will implement systems and strategies to improve the effectiveness of these councils. Second, the VISTA will enhance pathways to careers by coordinating a student career exploration fair and developing partnerships with local businesses. Lastly, the VISTA member will work on a college campus visit program and build systems for greater student buy-in, support, and exposure to opportunities of community service, community involvement, and community leadership.
Mile High Youth Corps (MHYC) is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization established in 1992 to give youth ages 16 to 24 a chance to earn an income and learn hands-on job skills while serving in their communities. In its first year, 20 youth served Denver neighborhoods through a single 10-week program. Today, MHYC engages more than 200 youth (called Corpsmembers) every year through several comprehensive programs that integrate paid work experience on community service projects with leadership development, career exploration and education. During our 24 year history, Mile High Youth Corps has grown from a small, seasonal, neighborhood-based organization to a comprehensive, year-round, regional program serving 15 counties from two regional offices, Metro Denver and the Southern Front Range of Colorado. Our mission is to help youth make a difference in themselves and their community through meaningful service opportunities and educational experiences.
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Living Allowance
$1200
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$1332 monthly
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Living allowance, Non-competitive eligibility (federal jobs), Relocation allowance (if applicable), Student loan forbearance, Training
Education Benefits
College Degree, GED/High School Diploma, Credential or Certification
Education Requirements
College Graduate
Desired Languages
English
Other Conditions
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Subject to criminal background check