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Yamhill County Healthy Futures VISTA
 
 
 
This position joins the Oregon Health Authority’s statewide VISTA team. In addition to activities at your individual site, each member receives additional orientation, training throughout the year, team retreats and meetings, and the support of the team leaders and project director based at the state public health agency. For more information about the Oregon Health Authority VISTA Partnership Program, please visit: http://go.usa.gov/cnayh Yamhill County Health and Human Services promotes the public’s physical, emotional and social well-being through services, prevention, education, and partnerships. Yamhill County Public Health is committed to improving the overall wellness and quality of life of Yamhill County residents. Our work toward reaching this goal is multifaceted and involves engaging the community, businesses, citizens, schools, universities, non-profits, faith-based, and other organizations. People in Yamhill County live, work, learn, and play in safe communities that support wellness and dignity. An important aspect of this position will be building strong partnerships with local government, the medical community, local businesses, non-profits, faith-based organizations, educational entities, and community members. The VISTA will serve in historic McMinnville, Oregon in the heart of Willamette Valley, world renowned as wine country. McMinnville is filled with city parks, an aquatic center, sports recreation, and historical sites from the Oregon Trail. The town’s famous 14-block walking tour with over 60 properties and buildings constructed between 188 and1937 are proudly listed under the National Register of Historic Places, a wonderful attraction for any history enthusiast! With the innovative public health work happening in Oregon, McMinnville is a wonderful place to explore a future in public health.
 
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Member Duties : The VISTA will help improve the capacity of Yamhill County Public Health to serve low-income communities through capacity building projects such as developing strategic planning for outreach to medical providers, identifying fiscal sources, and increasing database of resources for successful outreach and sustainability. In an effort to address poverty and its correlation to health disparities, the VISTA will also research best practices and conduct a gap analysis to identify barriers to accessing health resources and benefits. In collaboration with partners, The VISTA will collaborate with partners to develop referral pathways and emergency response plans to support resource navigation for clients in need of housing and social services. Additionally, the VISTA will support the strategic effectiveness of the “Collective Impact Team” promotional efforts through engaging stakeholders, leveraging new partnerships, and promotion of health services.
 
Program Benefits : Training ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Living Allowance ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Health Coverage* . 
 
 
*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 :
Community and Economic Development ,  Education ,  Health ,  Children/Youth ,  Community Outreach . 
 
Skills :
Communications ,  Education ,  Public Speaking ,  Community Organization ,  Computers/Technology ,  Leadership ,  Team Work ,  Public Health ,  Social Services ,  Youth Development . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Yamhill County Healthy Futures VISTA
Program Start/End Date
08/14/2017  -   08/17/2018
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations OREGON  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  05/12/2017  To  06/25/2017 
Contact Danielle Brown
800 NE Oregon St
Portland   OR   97232
971-673-0570
danielle.y.brown@state.or.us
http://go.usa.gov/39Vd5
Listing ID 74328

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