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Volunteer Engagement VISTA
 
 
 
Neighborhood House is a nonprofit that helps people thrive through education, health, and basic needs services. We serve individuals and families across the Portland metropolitan area, with a focus on communities experiencing poverty and barriers to opportunity. The Community Health and Education department operates seven programs that address critical social determinants of health, including food security, housing stability, healthy aging, resource navigation, youth and family support, and community wellness. These programs help low-income community members access essential services, build stability, and improve quality of life. Volunteers play a vital role in expanding the reach and impact of these programs. This AmeriCorps VISTA member will help build sustainable volunteer engagement systems that increase community participation and strengthen Neighborhood House’s ability to serve more people effectively. By developing recruitment strategies, engagement processes, community partnerships, and volunteer management tools, the member will help create lasting organizational capacity that supports poverty reduction and healthier communities. Portland offers an exceptional quality of life, with easy access to parks, rivers, hiking trails, the Oregon Coast, and the Cascade Mountains. The city is known for its vibrant neighborhoods, local food scene, arts and culture, and commitment to community engagement and social impact! Position offers are made on a rolling basis; early applications are strongly encouraged. In addition to activities at your individual host site, OHA provides members with project orientation, training and professional development, 5 in-person team meetings per year, and support from VISTA team leaders and project director. Visit https://nhpdx.org to learn more about Neighborhood House. Visit: healthoregon.org/vista for more details about the OHA VISTA project. Position offers are made on a rolling basis; early applications strongly encouraged.
 
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Member Duties : The AmeriCorps VISTA member will • Conduct a volunteer engagement assessment to identify gaps and opportunities in volunteer recruitment, onboarding, communication, and retention. • Develop volunteer recruitment materials, outreach strategies, and communication tools. • Build systems and processes that improve volunteer engagement and tracking. • Create long-term sustainability tools, documentation, and evaluation measures. This is a capacity-building position focused on creating systems and infrastructure rather than direct service. Applicants should be organized, self-motivated, strong communicators, and comfortable managing projects. Experience with Microsoft Office, volunteer coordination, community outreach, marketing, or project management is helpful. Position specific benefits: Shared 2-BR apartment 5 minutes from office. We 75% of the rent and the member is responsible for 25% ($250/month). TriMet transit pass provided.
 
Program Benefits : Stipend ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Housing ,  Living Allowance ,  Health Coverage* ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Training ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Transit Pass . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
 
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Permits working at another job during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Health ,  Public Health AmeriCorps ,  Public Safety ,  Education ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Community Outreach . 
 
Skills :
Community Organization ,  Social Services ,  Recruitment ,  Conflict Resolution ,  Communications ,  Leadership ,  Team Work ,  Public Health ,  General Skills . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Volunteer Engagement VISTA
Program Start/End Date
08/10/2026  -   08/09/2027
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
Associates degree (AA)
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations OREGON  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  06/02/2026  To  06/15/2026 
Contact Caroline Tydings
800 NE OREGON ST
Portland   OR   97232
5034327574
caroline.d.tydings@dhsoha.state.or.us
www.healthoregon.org/vista
Listing ID 116743

       

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