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University of Pittsburgh - Basic Needs - CCNYPA
 
 
 
Recent studies in the Pittsburgh region conducted by The University of Pittsburgh and Point Park University have noted that 21% of local college students lack “regular, fixed access to housing” and that 29% of local students identify as food insecure, lacking access to nutritious and affordable food. What has also become apparent to the regional higher education community is that food and housing security are crucial indicators of post-secondary success but they are only a small part of the whole that college students need to succeed and thrive on campus. The purpose of the AmeriCorps VISTA position is to evaluate and address basic needs insecurities in current and incoming college students. During the 2019-2020 academic year the VISTA will engage in the following activities: Conducting a quantitative assessment of current students' needs and efficiency/effectiveness of available resources; conducting a needs assessment of the Pittsburgh region via local non-profit and government organizations working with low-income and at-risk youth; and developing an asset map of the regional community partners and University departments to better serve at-risk populations. These tasks are merely the first part of a process to address the basic needs of students in post-secondary education. The VISTA will be empowered to work with community and campus partners to forge a Basic Needs Framework, creating a comprehensive resource net to ensure all students have the information to access resources and services that meet their food, housing, health, and financial wellness needs on and off-campus. Campus Compact of New York and Pennsylvania VISTAs (CCNYPA*VISTAs) are part of a VISTA cohort of 40 members placed at higher ed. institutions across PA and NY to build campus-community partnerships. Professional development opportunities, including specialized workshops and retreats, and support to the VISTA cohort will be provided throughout the year of service.
 
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Member Duties : The VISTA will work through the Office of PittServes and our community partners (Homeless Children’s Education Fund, Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education) to assess students’ access to food, housing, health, and financial wellness services and develop an asset map of basic needs resources within the Greater Pittsburgh Community. Not only will the VISTA have the opportunity to build their resume with leadership, communication, data collection, and design skills, they will also form a professional network of peers and mentors across the Pittsburgh area. With the support of the University of Pittsburgh and the community, the VISTA will engage in research that directly supports our students’ success and expands education opportunities for low-income youth in our region.
 
Program Benefits : Training ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Health Coverage* ,  Living Allowance ,  Transportation (bus pass) ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Childcare assistance if eligible . 
 
 
*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 . 
 
Service Areas :
None
 
Skills :
Recruitment ,  Leadership ,  Public Speaking ,  General Skills ,  Communications ,  Community Organization ,  Team Work ,  Computers/Technology ,  Writing/Editing . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
University of Pittsburgh - Basic Needs - CCNYPA
Program Start/End Date
07/22/2019  -   07/21/2020
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations PENNSYLVANIA   Pittsburgh  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  02/28/2019  To  05/31/2019 
Contact Ciara Stehley
3959 5th Ave
Pittsburgh   PA   15213
4123833445
ciara.stehley@pitt.edu
compactnypa.org
Listing ID 86813

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