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Breakfast Outreach Coordinator

Currently in Cook County, one in six children are food insecure, not knowing when or from where their next meal will come. Childhood food insecurity is linked to increased hospitalization and obesity, and children experiencing hunger are more likely to experience serious short- and long-term health issues into adulthood. They also often have trouble learning and are more prone to behavioral and emotional problems. Research indicates that even mild under-nutrition experienced by children during critical periods of growth may impair brain development. Because hunger and academic performance are closely linked, the Food Depository strives to provide every child in Cook County with access to the nutrient-rich foods necessary to thrive and achieve success both inside and outside of the classroom. In particular, the organization focuses on ensuring all children have access to breakfast as they begin the school day. Two VISTAss will establish and cultivate partnerships with schools, teachers, administrators, parents and the community on the promotion of Breakfast After the Bell for children through the National School Breakfast Program. Additionally, VISTAs will support schools that currently have Breakfast After the Bell to maximize program efficiency.

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Member Duties : • Understand the current status of breakfast programs within Cook County. • Identify districts to target and conduct outreach meetings. • Identify community leaders/groups to work with to improve their knowledge of childhood hunger and the role of school breakfast; enlisting them to advocate for their schools. • Work with targeted school districts to overcome issues that would limit participation in school breakfast. • Assist in connecting and providing schools technical assistance and identify methods for implementation and expansion. • Hold breakfast summit to engage schools and communities in school breakfast programs. **Members in this role must have access to a personal vehicle to conduct site visits.

Program Benefits : Relocation Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Training , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage* , Living Allowance .


*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.

Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended .

Service Areas : Hunger , Community Outreach , Community and Economic Development .

Skills : Social Services , General Skills , Community Organization , Non-Profit Management .



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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA

Program
Breakfast Outreach Coordinator

Program Start/End Date
01/21/2020 - 01/20/2021

Work Schedule	Full Time

Education level
College graduate

Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations	ILLINOIS Chicago

Accepting Applications
From 11/08/2019 To 01/20/2020

Contact	Jaqi Panizzo
4100 W 42nd Pl
Chicago IL 60632
773-247-3663
jpanizzo@gcfd.org
www.chicagosfoodbank.org

Listing ID	66948


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