Join AmeriCorps with Disability Rights Montana in Helena, Montana
ORGANIZATION: Justice for Montanans AmeriCorps Program
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Do you want to help people while gaining valuable experience? Are you interested in learning more about the nonprofit world? Consider a position with Disability Rights Montana!
The AmeriCorps member will protect and advocate for the human, legal, and civil rights of Montanans with disabilities while advancing dignity, equality, and self-determination through legal representation, outreach and training, and systems advocacy. You’ll work to safeguard the rights of people with disabilities, and promote self-determination, personal autonomy, and self-advocacy. The member will have the opportunity to advise and present options to clients to assist them in making informed choices.
Only one position is available and it will be in Helena. Visit our website to apply: www.justiceformontanans.org
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About Justice for Montanans AmeriCorps Program
Location:
616 Helena Ave Suite 100, Helena, MT 59601, US
Mission Statement
The Justice for Montanans AmeriCorps program helps empower low to moderate income Montanans advocate for their legal rights and increase access to justice.
Description
Our program is a great opportunity for individuals to gain experience working in the legal realm and to gain connections with other professionals across the state. AmeriCorps members in our program serve with 4 different organizations: Montana Legal Services Association, Supreme Court Self Help Law Centers, Office of Consumer Protection and Victim Services, and the Montana State Bar. Members perform a variety of duties including working with clients and doing intake, helping attorneys with case management, developing outreach materials and presentations, addressing consumer issues, helping survivors of domestic violence access services, and much more.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1022 Chestnut StHelena, MT 59601
DATE POSTED
June 15, 2018
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- People Skills
- Case Work / Management
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Customer Service
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 40 hours/week
- US citizen or legal permanent resident