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2021-2022 Outreach & Program Enhancement VISTA
 
 
 
While the vast majority of Americans feel stable and secure in their current situation, housing insecurity touches nearly half of adults at some point in their lives. The Outreach & Program Enhancement VISTA position will address these needs through outreach to community organizations and individuals educating them about our Homeownership and Home Repair Programs. This includes supporting and leading information sessions, as well as connecting community members to other resources they may need to support their journey to home ownership. The desired Outreach outcomes: • Support communication strategies to engage individuals to share about DuPage Habitat's mission over the course of the service term. • Developed systems that tracks individual's requests, referral information, and how to contact them in the future. • Expanded relationships with 5 partners in the community each quarter in order to deepen their understanding of DuPage Habitat Programs and allow for further interaction between organizations. • Support the implementation of systems and/or programs that are sustainable and will continue at the host site after the completion of the VISTA term by developing manuals and training staff/volunteers on the new This position is a part of the Housing Action AmeriCorps Network, which is an AmeriCorps VISTA program managed by Housing Action Illinois since 2010. As such, this position will receive customized training, support, guidance, and networking opportunities, in addition to the traditional opportunities for AmeriCorps VISTA positions. Learn more about the program at Housing Action’s website.
 
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This listing is currently not accepting applications.



Member Duties : Engage with individuals to share DuPage Habitat's mission. Attend outreach events throughout the county to share about DuPage Habitat's programs and services to those who may be in need. Identify new partnerships through attending networking events, such as business fairs and Chamber of Commerce luncheons. Answer and return phone calls to affiliates with more information about how to qualify for our programs and services. Intake applications for the Homeownership and Home Repair Programs and follow up with potential client until a full file is created. Assist with items relating to the Family Services Committee Functions, such as information sessions and Zoom calls. Research and develop a database of organizations clients can be referred to if they do not qualify for DuPage Habitat programs. Work with other affiliate staff to create specific mutually beneficial partnership agreements between organizations to encourage a smoother client transition between services.
 
Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Health Coverage* ,  Training ,  Living Allowance ,  Relocation Allowance . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Car recommended ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Permits working at another job during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Housing ,  Veterans ,  Community Outreach . 
 
Skills :
Communications ,  Public Speaking ,  Social Services ,  Non-Profit Management ,  Veterans ,  Recruitment ,  General Skills ,  Team Work . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
2021-2022 Outreach & Program Enhancement VISTA
Program Start/End Date
12/06/2021  -   12/05/2022
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations ILLINOIS   Chicago  
Languages
Spanish
English
Portuguese
Accepting Applications
From  09/12/2021  To  12/05/2021 
Contact AmeriCorps Leader
1600 E. Roosevelt Road
Wheaton   IL   60187
3128543372
vista@housingactionil.org
Listing ID 102144

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