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1 person is interested
VISTA CAN - Complementing Expansion of Project Everlast
ORGANIZATION: Community Action of Nebraska
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1 person is interested
The VISTA CAN program is a Statewide joint collaboration between Community Action of Nebraska (CAN), several Community Action Agencies (CAAs) throughout Nebraska, Central Plains Center for Services, Family Housing Advisory Services (FHAS), and Nebraska Children & Families Foundation (NCFF). One particular focus of the VISTA CAN program is Complementing the Expansion of Project Everlast, which is a program directed at bettering the economic outcomes of Foster & Former Foster Kids. We invite you to apply for this VISTA position.
Member Duties : -Agency immersion & project Orientation -Research and data collection -Develop program for bundling of services or multi-programming for Project Everlast -Analyze programs and implement improvements or enhancements -Create and launch program evaluation -Ensure sustainability of program Program Benefits : Stipend , Childcare assistance if eligible , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Health Coverage* , Education award upon successful completion of service , Relocation Allowance , Training . *For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit http://www.vistacampus.gov/healthcare Terms :Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours . Service Areas :
Technology , Community and Economic Development , Children/Youth , Education , Entrepreneur/Business , Community Outreach . Skills :
Public Speaking , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Social Services , Team Work , Education , Teaching/Tutoring , Youth Development , Community Organization , Writing/Editing , Business/Entrepreneur , Leadership , Computers/Technology , General Skills .
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About Community Action of Nebraska
Location:
210 O STREET, SUITE 100, LINCOLN, NE 68508, US
Mission Statement
Mission Statement:
"Community Action of Nebraska strive to alleviate poverty through enhancing program development, providing technical assistance, and advocating public policy to support all Community Action Agencies in Nebraska."
The Promise of Community Action:
"Community Action changes people's lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other."
Description
Community Action of Nebraska (CAN) is the state association of the nine independent Community Action Agencies in the state. CAN coordinates training and technical assistance for the local agencies and supports the development of statewide initiatives such as assets development programs and free tax preparation assistance.
CAN staff members participate in numerous statewide initiatives, developing policies and practices that support low-income families in attaining economic stability and community engagement.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
210 O StreetSuite 100Lincoln, NE 68508
DATE POSTED
May 19, 2015
SKILLS
- Public Speaking
- Grant Writing / Research
- Fundraising
- Youth Services
- Public Relations
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Full-Time / Required 12 Months