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CRIS - Community Engagement Specialist
 
 
 
Community Refugee & Immigration Services (CRIS) is an independent non-profit organization that serves the growing New American populations in central Ohio. We have staff members from all over the world who speak a multitude of different languages. Our services empower local families in achieving stability and self-sufficiency through employment assistance, English language learning, mentorship, access to healthcare, legal services, and guidance navigating the justice system.
 
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Member Duties : The VISTA member will work closely with CRIS staff to strengthen our capacity to address food insecurity among local families in Central Ohio. The member will build partnerships with community organizations, food pantries, community gardens, and educational providers to expand access to culturally appropriate food, nutrition education, and food budgeting resources. They will develop systems to track client food needs and referrals, identify patterns, and inform emergency responses. The member will also formalize and coordinate a volunteer program that will assist with food distribution, grocery delivery, transportation, and community garden participation. Through outreach and educational initiatives, the VISTA member will raise community awareness of food insecurity and build lasting capacity within CRIS to promote client stability and self-sufficiency. **Benefits include a monthly $200 housing stipend to supplement living costs.**
 
Program Benefits : Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Training ,  Health Coverage* ,  Hybrid Schedule: Both Remote & In-Person ,  Living Allowance ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Relocation Allowance . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
 
Terms :
Car recommended ,  Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Community and Economic Development ,  Community Outreach ,  Technology ,  Hunger . 
 
Skills :
Communications ,  Recruitment ,  Public Speaking ,  Community Organization ,  Leadership ,  General Skills . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
CRIS - Community Engagement Specialist
Program Start/End Date
06/01/2026  -   05/31/2027
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations OHIO  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  03/02/2026  To  07/10/2026 
Contact Lizzie Carmichael
4645 Executive Dr
Columbus   OH   43220
6142214336
lcarmichael@ohiofoodbanks.org
Listing ID 78654

       

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