Member Duties : The VISTA member will support the development and sustainability of the HU CARES Mental Health Clinic. Key responsibilities include: 1) Engaging local schools, community groups, and healthcare providers to promote the clinic, reduce stigma, and raise awareness; 2) Identifying funding sources, including donors and grants, to support clinic operations; 3) Assisting in the expansion of telehealth services for accessible mental health care; 4) Building partnerships with healthcare providers, insurers, and philanthropic organizations; and 5) Developing training programs and continuing education workshops to retain minority professionals, prevent burnout, and enhance service delivery for underserved populations.
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Program Benefits :
Health Coverage*
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Childcare assistance if eligible
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Education award upon successful completion of service
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Training
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Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
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Living Allowance
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Relocation Allowance
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*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
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Terms :
None
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Service Areas :
None
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Skills :
Team Work
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Community Organization
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Communications
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Fund raising/Grant Writing
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SUMMARY |
Program Type: |
AmeriCorps VISTA |
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Program |
TMA Howard University: HU CARES |
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Program Start/End Date |
07/17/2025
- 07/16/2026 |
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Work Schedule |
Full Time |
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Age Requirement |
Minimum:
18
Maximum:
None |
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Program Locations |
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Washington/Baltimore
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Accepting Applications |
From 06/01/2025 To 12/31/2025 |
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Contact |
Mercedes E. Ebanks, PhD |
2565 Georgia Avenue |
Washington DC 20059
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202-806-7340 |
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Listing ID |
126741 |
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