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*MCVP – Vibrant Lives VISTA

The overall goal of this project is to increase access to mental health care resources for Beaverhead County residents by developing the mental health and wellness programming at Vibrant Lives to be more effective and accessible to the community. Beaverhead County is a geographic frontier area with extremely limited access to resources. Access to healthcare, specifically behavioral healthcare and therapeutic modalities, is limited not just by costs involved but by the overall lack of providers and treatment options in the county. The lack of resources combined with the stigma surrounding mental health is complicated by the presence of high (4 or more) Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) among 27% of residents. Vibrant Lives of Montana is a collective of mental healthcare providers who offer various therapeutic modalities to all Beaverhead County residents. Vibrant Lives is committed to offering affordable programs so that anyone in need can access the mental health care and self-care services offered. This VISTA project will build the capacity by expanding the volunteer "Contributor-Ship" program, developing a strategic fundraising plan and a securing funds to support the expansion of mental health programs, and increase community awareness and support of Vibrant Lives. This VISTA project will help move Beaverhead County residents out of poverty by increasing access to mental health and community programming that will help residents develop the skills they need to enhance their mental health. Located in Dillon, MT!

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Member Duties : The VISTA will assess the needs of Beaverhead County residents and the current effectiveness of the Contributor-Ship program at Vibrant Lives. The VISTA will develop and expand the volunteer base at Vibrant Lives. The VISTA will develop a strategic plan to secure funding that will support the expansion of mental health programming and access. The VISTA will develop community outreach systems to increase awareness across Beaverhead County of the mental health care resources offered at Vibrant Lives.

Program Benefits : Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Living Allowance , Relocation Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage* .


*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.

Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours .

Service Areas : Health , Community Outreach .

Skills : Non-Profit Management , Communications , General Skills , Leadership , Community Organization , Team Work , Writing/Editing , Fund raising/Grant Writing .



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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA

Program
*MCVP – Vibrant Lives VISTA

Program Start/End Date
07/15/2024 - 07/14/2025

Work Schedule	Full Time

Education level
College graduate

Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations	MONTANA

Accepting Applications
From 03/27/2024 To 06/14/2024

Contact	Lee Lounder
PO Box 202956
Helena MT 59620
4064170934
emily.lounder@mt.gov
dphhs.mt.gov/vista

Listing ID	122112


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