KSU Civic Engagement VISTA
ORGANIZATION: Kennesaw State University CARE Services
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Overview: The Civic Engagement AmeriCorps VISTA member for the Department of Student Leadership at Kennesaw State University will assist the department’s staff with implementing programs and services that allow students to learn more about and engage in civic engagement. The VISTA member will research emerging practices and trends, train student volunteers, implement programmatic activities, and build partnerships to support civic engagement opportunities for the campus community.
Member Duties: The Civic Engagement VISTA will provide support for the Student Leadership Department in developing high-impact civic engagement programs and services for Kennesaw State University students, provide capacity for the development of high-impact civic engagement practices, and develop sustainability plans for civic engagement outreach efforts.
Program Benefits: Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend, Living Allowance, Education award upon successful completion of service, Training, Childcare assistance if eligible, Health Coverage
*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: Community Outreach
Skills: Community Organization, General Skills, Communications, Recruitment, Leadership
TO RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR THIS ROLE, YOU MUST APPLY ON THE AMERICORPS PORTAL: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=113594
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About Kennesaw State University CARE Services
Location:
1000 Chastain Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144, US
Mission Statement
Our mission at CARE Services is to provide access to food, temporary housing, and other supportive services to foster students’ realization of a healthy, stable, and dignified life academically and professionally. Furthermore, to serve as a model of professional excellence and effectiveness by upholding core values of social justice, equity, economic sustainability, and mutual partnership.
Description
A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State University offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees to its nearly 43,000 students. With 11 colleges on two metro Atlanta campuses, Kennesaw State is a member of the University System of Georgia and the third-largest university in the state. The university’s vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties and entrepreneurial spirit draw students from throughout the region and from 126 countries across the globe. Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2), placing it among an elite group of only 6 percent of U.S. colleges and universities with an R1 or R2 status. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1000 Chastain Road NorthwestKennesaw, GA 30144
DATE POSTED
September 29, 2022
SKILLS
- Program Management
- Research
- Critical Thinking
- Project Management
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- 40 hour work week for a year-long service term.