Community Outreach Coordination - AmeriCorps National Service

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Community Outreach Coordination

As a Community Outreach Coordinator, you will be building relationships and partnering with people in the community to identify areas where housing and community development solutions can intersect. This might look like engaging in a Neighborhood Revitalization (NR) program and initiating community collaboration, block cleanups, neighborhood outreach and education, and expanding NR products. You will be critical in helping meet the needs in the community by planning, coordinating, and implementing projects like Neighborhood Revitalization in our community.

We look for members who:
Possess a sincere desire to serve others and are dedicated to Habitat’s mission
Enjoy people and have a passion for volunteerism
Have strong team building skills and are comfortable leading and/or being part of a team
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits of Service:
Skills for the future
The AmeriCorps National direct living allowance up to $12,530 paid over the full 46.5 weeks of service
Education award - $5,775 upon successful completion of service
Personal and sick leave
Health care plan
Student Loan Forbearance (if eligible - Go to AmeriCorps.gov website to see if your loan would qualify)
Child care assistance (if eligible)

What’s in it for you?
At the end of the service year, you will have gained new skills and expertise, developed new relationships, and maybe even become a member of a new community.

What’s needed to apply?
Resume (tell us about your experience)
Motivation Statement (this essay gives you the opportunity to express why you want to serve)

Requirements to serve at this site:
18 years of age or older
U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident
Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent (or agree to work towards one while serving)
Confirm understanding that this is a full-time volunteer opportunity and that AmeriCorps members receive a small living allowance
Driver's license required
Personal vehicle required

To apply visit: http://www.habitat.org/job/barrow-county-hfh-national-community-outreach-coordination

click the blue "apply now" button at the bottom, right of the screen.