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2020 Habitat Home Repairs VISTA - Baraboo, WI
 
 
 
Habitat for Humanity’s vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Nearly 20% of Wisconsin residents pay more than 50% of their family income for housing. With an already large but increasing need for affordable housing in our state, the 38 local Habitat for Humanity affiliates in Wisconsin are working hard to address that need by partnering with low-income families to build, rehab or repair homes. The Habitat for Humanity of Wisconsin VISTA program’s goal is to strengthen affiliates and increase their capacity. With passion, commitment, and hard work our VISTA members help affiliates as they bring individuals and communities out of poverty. Serving Columbia, Iowa and Sauk Counties, Habitat for Humanity of Wisconsin River Area has its main offices in charming, historic Baraboo, home of the University of Wisconsin - Baraboo, and located near beautiful Devil’s Lake State Park. HFH Wisconsin River Area has built over 50 homes since its founding, and is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally and worldwide through constructing, rehabilitating, and preserving homes; by advocating for fair and just housing policies; and by providing training and access to resources to help families improve their shelter conditions.
 
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Member Duties : As a VISTA with Habitat for Humanity, you will work to develop relationships with agencies in the community and identify resources for low income homeowners, with a focus on area veterans and seniors. These resources will assist with providing home repairs to homeowners to ensure their housing is liveable. 1) Work to integrate different forms of financing programs which include the USDA 504 Home Repair Program and CDBG Funds dedicated to home repairs. 2) Develop relationships with agencies and community organizations in the area to improve the Habitat Home Repair Program. Review and update existing materials for improvement and relevance. 3) Create homeowner maintenance workshops while working with area experts on modifying homes for aging individuals. **Interviews are done on a rolling basis. Please submit application as soon as possible to ensure consideration. Selection may be made before deadline date posted.**
 
Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Health Coverage* ,  Living Allowance ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Training ,  Stipend ,  $150 monthly housing stipend . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Car recommended ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Housing ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Neighborhood Revitalization . 
 
Skills :
Public Speaking ,  Writing/Editing ,  Leadership ,  Team Work ,  General Skills ,  Trade/Construction ,  Communications . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA

Program
2020 Habitat Home Repairs VISTA - Baraboo, WI

Program Start/End Date
10/26/2020  -   10/25/2021

Work Schedule Full Time

Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None

Program Locations WISCONSIN  

Accepting Applications
From  09/10/2020  To  10/02/2020 

Contact Jennifer Hartwell
420 1st Street
Milwaukee   WI   53204
4145179251

Listing ID 99072


       

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