Age Well Live Well VISTA Member- East Texas
ORGANIZATION: Texas Health and Human Services- Aging Services Coordination
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The Area Agency on Aging of East 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 East 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:
- Researching best practices for volunteer recruitment and retention
- Coordinating and collaborating with program leads
- Drafting policy and procedure guide
- Developing a tracking system
- Implementing best practices
- Facilitating quarterly volunteer trainings
- Engaging and collaborating with community leaders
To view the position posting and apply for this VISTA position visit: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=78545&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.easttexasaaa.org/
More opportunities with Texas Health and Human Services- Aging Services Coordination
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
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
3800 Stone RoadKilgore, TX 75662
DATE POSTED
May 23, 2019
SKILLS
- Organization
- Recruiting
- Basic Computer Skills
- 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
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