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VOA - Puerto Rico
 
 
 
As a VOA Puerto Rico Public Health Volunteer, you’ll play a crucial role in connecting underserved seniors and people with disabilities to essential health resources in affordable housing communities. Volunteers of America (VOA) Puerto Rico provides over 746 units of affordable housing, managed by GR Property Management Services across 14 properties, with a mission to alleviate poverty, reduce human suffering, and support community health. Through hands-on work, you’ll gain meaningful experience in public health by helping participants navigate and access resources, aiming to reduce health disparities and enhance overall well-being in vulnerable communities. Partnering with VOA staff and residents, you’ll make a direct impact on reducing health inequities, building hope, and creating a healthier future for the community.
 
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Member Duties : In this role, you’ll work closely with VOA-PR’s Community Health Workers and Social Service Providers to design and carry out health-centered outreach and educational programs for affordable housing residents, particularly older adults with chronic conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure. You’ll provide essential support, resources, and consistent follow-up to residents, ensuring they receive comprehensive care. Additionally, CHWs will offer one-on-one or small group support to help residents access affordable home internet, internet-capable devices, and introductory digital skills training, empowering them to meet their health and wellness goals. Interactions will include in-person, phone, and online support, as well as referrals to additional digital literacy resources.
 
Program Benefits : Stipend ,  Training ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Health Coverage . 
 
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Car recommended ,  Permits working at another job during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Public Health AmeriCorps . 
 
Skills :
Public Speaking ,  Leadership ,  Conflict Resolution ,  Communications ,  Community Organization ,  Public Health ,  Team Work . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
VOA - Puerto Rico
Program Start/End Date
01/07/2025  -   01/07/2026
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations PUERTO RICO  
Languages
Spanish
English
Accepting Applications
From  01/01/2025  To  01/07/2026 
Contact Alberto Maldonado
1606 Ave Fernandez Juncos
San Juan   PR   00909
787-607-6977
amaldonado@voapr.org
voapr.org
Listing ID 124956

       

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