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Ending Hunger Corps - Healthy Lincoln County, Damariscotta
 
 
 
Healthy Lincoln County (HLC) is a local public health organization focused on building healthy, thriving communities. Our current programs focus on food security, nutrition education, and substance use prevention. We tackle the root causes, going upstream and utilizing an asset-based, collaborative, population-based approach. Using evidence-based initiatives, we work with our community partners to improve the health and well-being of all county residents, implementing data supported strategies to identify disparities, seeking health equity for all. HLC is looking to have a VISTA from June 2022 through May 2023. We are looking for an energetic, self-starter who thrives in both a team environment and working independently. A strong candidate will be able to adhere to structured goals and objectives, while also being flexible to adapt to community needs. Much of the VISTA’s work involves engaging with community members, therefore, applicants must relate well with co-workers, external partners, and the public. Applicants should have a basic understanding of food systems at a minimum. The VISTA will build the capacity of HLC’s Food Security programs which aim to support local farmers and reduce food waste while reducing food insecurity in our community. This will be done by expanding partnerships and the local gleaning programs, implementing, and maintaining data management systems, developing social media and outreach materials, and enhancing volunteer recruitment and training practices. Prospective applicants can visit www.healthylincolncounty.org for more information or find us on Facebook and Instagram. HLC can also be contacted by emailing director@healthylincolncounty.org. This position contributes to Maine’s goal of ending hunger in the state by 2030 as part of Ending Hunger Corps, a 25-member cohort model VISTA program sponsored by Maine's Department of Agriculture, Conservation, Forestry (DACF): https://www.maine.gov/dacf/about/commissioners/endhunger/.
 
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Member Duties : The VISTA Food Access Coordinator will assist HLC’s Food Security Community Connector in operating and expanding the local gleaning programs at both commercial farms and through partnership with food rescue groups. The VISTA will also develop and implement collaborative strategies for long-term sustainability of the Lincoln County Gleaner (LCG) efforts. Lastly, the VISTA Food Access Organizer will work to enhance and expand HLC’s mobile food security distribution program for pantries and community partners, by creating plans and processes for volunteers.
 
Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Stipend ,  Health Coverage* ,  Food access and gas coverage ,  Training ,  Living Allowance . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Car recommended . 
 
Service Areas :
Community Outreach ,  Children/Youth ,  Hunger ,  Health ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Environment . 
 
Skills :
Writing/Editing ,  Community Organization ,  Communications ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing ,  Computers/Technology ,  Youth Development ,  Team Work ,  Public Health . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Ending Hunger Corps - Healthy Lincoln County, Damariscotta
Program Start/End Date
01/17/2023  -   01/16/2024
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations MAINE  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  01/01/2024  To  08/30/2024 
Contact Larissa Hannan
281 Main St
Damariscotta   ME   04543
(207) 622-7566
director@healthylincolncounty.org
www.healthylincolncounty.org
Listing ID 110289

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