| 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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Childcare assistance if eligible
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Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
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Education award upon successful completion of service
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Health Coverage*
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Living Allowance
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Relocation Allowance
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Training
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*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
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Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours
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Permits working at another job during off hours
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Service Areas :
Community Outreach
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Health
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Skills :
Communications
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Community Organization
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Fund raising/Grant Writing
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Team Work
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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 |
| 10/19/2026
- 10/18/2027 |
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| Work Schedule |
Full Time |
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| Education level |
| College graduate |
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| Age Requirement |
| Minimum:
18
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None |
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| Program Locations |
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Washington/Baltimore
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| Accepting Applications |
| From 09/03/2026 To 12/13/2026 |
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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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