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Entryway Program and Retention VISTA
 
 
 
Entryway is a national nonprofit operating in 11 regional markets. Founded in 2014, our program restructured after the pandemic. We are seasoned professionals who operate in an entrepreneurial culture that may remind you of a start-up, with abundant opportunity to build capacity. Entryway opens doors for individuals and families facing situational homelessness to return to economic independence. Participants receive career training, life skills, mentorship, and access to full-time employment and discounted housing opportunities with our apartment industry partners. We break down barriers so individuals can step into their true potential. This VISTA position, like our entire team, will telework and can be based in any of the metropolitan areas of our eleven active markets (Atlanta, Austin, Charleston, Charlotte, Columbus, Dallas-Fort Worth, Denver, Houston, Nashville, Orlando, Phoenix). Weekly all-staff videoconferences keep everyone informed and offer a forum to share wins and test new ideas. The Program and Retention VISTA will develop and advance strategies that improve participant retention and program completion by identifying barriers to engagement, enhancing support services, and strengthening communication between staff, partners, and participants. These tools will equip participants and program graduates to overcome common barriers with knowledge and strategies needed to maintain employment and stable housing. The ideal candidate will be analytical and detail-oriented, comfortable conducting assessments and interviews, and skilled at translating insights into practical tools and pilot programs. Strong communication and project management skills are essential. We are looking for a team player who has a high standard for the quality and integrity of their work output and possesses the emotional intelligence to conduct themselves with professionalism and discretion. This position is for one year and begins on May 4, 2026.
 
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Member Duties : The Program and Retention VISTA will help participants succeed by addressing barriers to employment and housing, developing practical tools and resources, and piloting support programs like check-ins, peer groups, and mentorship. The member will design and test retention models such as check-ins, peer support, mentorship, and coaching sessions for both current participants and program graduates. Using that data, they will gather feedback, refine approaches, and strengthen communication between staff, partners, and participants to improve engagement, program completion, and long-term employment and housing outcomes. This role combines research, program design, and hands-on support to directly enhance participants’ job retention and housing outcomes.
 
Program Benefits : Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Living Allowance ,  Training ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Health Coverage* ,  Cell phone allowance . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Community and Economic Development . 
 
Skills :
Writing/Editing ,  Team Work ,  Counseling ,  Communications ,  Social Services ,  Computers/Technology . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Entryway Program and Retention VISTA
Program Start/End Date
05/04/2026  -   05/03/2027
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations OHIO ,  NORTH CAROLINA ,  ARIZONA ,  COLORADO ,  TEXAS ,  TENNESSEE ,  SOUTH CAROLINA ,  GEORGIA ,  FLORIDA  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  03/17/2026  To  04/03/2026 
Contact Richard McDaniel
1921 Gallows Rd
Vienna   VA   22182
703-880-6911
Rmcdaniel@entrywaytalent.org
entrywaytalent.org/
Listing ID 128899

       

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