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1 person is interested
North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging VISTA Member
ORGANIZATION: Texas Health and Human Services- Aging Services Coordination
Please visit the new page to apply.
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1 person is interested
The Area Agency on Aging of North Central Texas is currently looking for an AmeriCorps VISTA member to support Age Well Live Well and the programs of the Area Agency on Aging (AAA). VISTAs have a chance to live and serve in the community and work on a focus area of their choice. For a one year commitment, VISTAs receive a modest living allowance, a $5,815 education award (to put towards education expenses like student loans), health and childcare coverage, and more.
The Area Agency on Aging of North Central Texas is one of seven AAAs partnering with Texas Health and Human Services for an AmeriCorps VISTA project. The VISTA project will work to support Age Well Live Well which encourages people and communities to take the necessary actions today to ensure a healthy tomorrow. VISTA member duties will include:
- Community Outreach to recruit volunteers that provide counseling services, advocacy, nutrition, and health education for older adults.
- Creating community partnerships.
- Creating a toolkit to be used for community outreach in both urban and rural settings.
To view the position posting and apply for this VISTA position visit: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=78379&fromSearch=true
To learn more about AmeriCorps VISTA visit: https://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps/americorpsvista
To learn about the Area Agency on Aging of North Central Texas visit: http://www.nctcog.org/cs/aging/
More opportunities with Texas Health and Human Services- Aging Services Coordination
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About Texas Health and Human Services- Aging Services Coordination
Location:
701 West 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751, US
Mission Statement
Mission Improving the health, safety and well-being of Texans with good stewardship of public resources. Vision Making a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
Description
Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC)
Experienced HHSC employees deliver benefits and services, including:
- Medicaid for families and children
- Long-term care for people who are older or who have disabilities
- SNAP food benefits and TANF cash assistance for families
- Behavioral health services
- Services to help keep people who are older or who have disabilities in their homes and communities
- Services for women and other people with special health needs
The agency also oversees regulatory functions including:
- Licensing and credentialing long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes and assisted living
- Licensing child care providers
- Managing the day-to-day operations of state supported living centers and state hospitals
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
616 Six Flags DriveArlington, TX 76011
DATE POSTED
February 23, 2018
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- Internet Research
- Public Speaking
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 40 hours a week
- Apply for positing: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=78379&fromSearch=true