AmeriCorps VISTA-Volunteer Engagement Associate

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The VISTA member will promote a culture of volunteerism within our communities, our programs, our clients and staff. Working closely with clients, colleagues and community members, the VISTA will assess needs; train staff and volunteers; develop strategic relationships; recruit volunteers; and enhance the services provided to our clients. This is a great opportunity to embrace your passion for service and volunteerism while also gaining valuable experience within the non-profit community and with volunteer coordination and management. Volunteers of America Texas is a faith-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping the vulnerable reach their full potential through services, including: Addiction treatment, prevention and recovery programs Affordable housing for seniors, low-income families and adults with disabilities Community re-entry programs from those transitioning from prison Housing and support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities A continuum of support services to assist our clients and address the needs of the whole person With locations in more than 30 urban and rural communities, we’ve been making a difference for those who need the most help in Texas for close to 100 years. With 287,000 seniors living below the poverty line; more than 1,037,000 disabled individuals; over 91,000 residents seeking treatment for addiction annually; and more than 65,000 inmates returning to their communities each year, the needs in Texas are far too vast for us to address on our own. We recognize the importance - and value - of engaging our local community in our volunteer efforts. Our Year 3 VISTA member will play a significant role in establishing sustainability for our volunteer engagement efforts, changing the lives of those we serve.