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PCCE- Juniata College (Economic Opportunity)
 
 
 
The Huntingdon Area School District serves a community where 40% of the Class of ’25–’26 plans to enter the workforce immediately after graduation and most residents do not hold a four-year degree. In rural communities, limited access to clear school-to-work pathways contributes to employment barriers, economic instability, and youth outmigration. This project, hosted by Juniata College in partnership with HASD, strengthens place-based school-to-work pathways aligned with local workforce needs. Working with guidance counselors and community partners, the project will improve systems that connect students to employment, training, and credentialing opportunities so young people can build viable futures in their home community. The VISTA member will build HASD’s capacity by strengthening partnerships with local employers, workforce agencies, and training providers, and by creating reusable tools such as senior transition checklists, career-readiness resources, funding trackers, and apprenticeship guides that will be embedded into school systems for long-term use. In Year 1, the Workforce Development Coordinator (WDC) focused on relationship-building and identifying needs. In Year 2, the WDC will finalize a shared Economic Stability Vision and develop a strategic plan for implementation. In Year 3, the WDC will help establish leadership structures to sustain and assess programming long-term.
 
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Member Duties : The VISTA will prepare and support graduating seniors from Huntingdon Area High School for the workforce or vocational training. During Year 1, the VISTA will be responsible for making connections between the HASD and local employers, resources, and training centers. These connections are essential for building capacity and ensuring sustainability after the project ends. The VISTA will also be expected to research “no-cost” or “low-cost” career training programs, connect students to funding opportunities, and promote paths to success that do not require postsecondary education. The VISTA member will also document and track graduating student outcomes.
 
Program Benefits : On Campus resources and facilities ,  Health Coverage* ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Living Allowance ,  Training . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Car recommended . 
 
Service Areas :
Community and Economic Development ,  Health ,  Education ,  Environment . 
 
Skills :
Business/Entrepreneur ,  Community Organization ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing ,  Social Services ,  Leadership ,  General Skills ,  Urban Planning ,  Non-Profit Management ,  Public Health . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
PCCE- Juniata College (Economic Opportunity)
Program Start/End Date
06/01/2026  -   05/31/2027
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations PENNSYLVANIA ,  NEW YORK  
Accepting Applications
From  02/15/2026  To  06/01/2026 
Contact Lucio Perez
1700 Moore St
Huntingdon   PA   16652
5702955670
Lucio@pcce.org
www.pcce.org
Listing ID 121705

       

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