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2024-2025 Refugee Services Community Outreach VISTA - MN
 
 
 
LSS Refugee Services of MN provides initial resettlement services to newly arrived refugees, as well as a variety of programs that support refugees and those with select humanitarian statuses for the first five years in the United States. We work out of two main offices, one in Minneapolis that supports the greater Metro area, and one in St. Cloud that supports Central Minnesota. Our varied programs include helping families and individuals orient to life in the United States, access resources, navigate key immigration processes, secure employment, and achieve housing stability.
 
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Member Duties : The VISTA member (based in St. Cloud, MN) will increase capacity in LSS Refugee Services’ community outreach within Central Minnesota, thereby helping the organization access in-kind donations, volunteer support, and funds to better serve newly arrived refugees. Members will: 1) Develop and maintain relationships with cultural organizations, religious institutions, and community groups. This will include assessing current outreach efforts, seeking partnerships, conducting presentations throughout Central Minnesota, and updating outreach flyers. 2) Rebuild volunteer recruiting, training, and support infrastructure. This will involve developing outreach materials, enhancing our current volunteer management system, and developing additional volunteer supports. 3) Document VISTA progress to ensure materials and processes developed are able to be utilized by others in the future Applications accepted on a rolling basis. Driver's background check required if driving.
 
Program Benefits : Professional Development Opportunities ,  Training ,  Health Coverage* ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  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 ,  Car recommended ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Community and Economic Development ,  Education ,  Community Outreach . 
 
Skills :
Writing/Editing ,  Public Speaking ,  Education ,  Social Services ,  Community Organization ,  Communications ,  Team Work . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
2024-2025 Refugee Services Community Outreach VISTA - MN
Program Start/End Date
11/04/2024  -   11/03/2025
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations MINNESOTA  
Languages
English
2nd language is a plus
Accepting Applications
From  09/10/2024  To  10/11/2024 
Contact Lynn Mullin
2400 Park Ave
Minneapolis   MN   55404
6124708806
lynn.mullin@lssmn.org
https://www.lssmn.org/services/refugees
Listing ID 124318

       

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