Americorps - Vermillion, SD

posted 26 days ago

- Entry Level
Vermillion, SD
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

United Way of Vermillion operates the Community Connection Center (CCC), a one-stop-shop for people in need in Clay County, South Dakota, a college community where nearly one third of the population lives in poverty. The VISTA will work with organizations within and outside of the CCC to develop a sustainable volunteer recruitment and placement process, as well as designing several volunteer training workshops. An enhanced volunteer recruitment and training program will support more robust programming, and the VISTA will have the opportunity to gain skills in research and community organizing. This position affords the opportunity to make a measurable impact in the lives of those in need as a part of a passionate and energetic team. You will need excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, the ability to work well with others and an interest in problem solving and innovative thinking.

Responsibilities

  • Research best practices
  • Create process guides
  • Develop training materials
  • Recruit, train, and oversee volunteers

Requirements

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Interest in problem solving and innovative thinking

Benefits

  • Stipend
  • Childcare assistance if eligible
  • Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
  • Education award upon successful completion of service
  • Living Allowance
  • Health Coverage
  • Relocation Allowance
  • Training
  • Housing
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