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UWCCR - HEC West Sacramento Housing Program
 
 
 
In this program, the Health Education Council VISTA Member will help develop and build a robust network of resources, programs, and services to support individuals and families living in West Sacramento low-income multi-unit housing communities. The goal of this program is to improve health, social support and connection, and food access by addressing three key components: 1) availability and access to community resources; 2) education around nutrition, financial literacy, food access, mental health and other topics; and 3) increased community social support and connection among residents in the West Sacramento Housing communities. The VISTA Member will work closely with Health Education Council staff to assess the community's strengths and needs, develop and coordinate services, increase access to resources, and promote programs to residents.
 
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This listing is currently not accepting applications.



Member Duties : The AmeriCorps VISTA member will work closely with Health Education Council (HEC) staff and will conduct the following projects: 1. Develop an understanding of community needs and assets through a community assessment, and share these findings with HEC staff and West Sacramento property managers. The VISTA Member will also build relationships with residents and identify potential resident champions. 2. Increase access of resources and services to residents of the West Sacramento housing communities by thoughtfully designing, coordinating, and implementing programs and services. VISTA Member will also establish new partnerships with community-based organizations and services in West Sacramento and Yolo County to bring these resources to residents. 3. Expand residents’ awareness of HEC programs and services, and increase participation and retention rates in programs and services by developing a strategic outreach and promotion plan.
 
Program Benefits : Living Allowance ,  Training ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Mileage reimbursement ,  Health Coverage* ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Car recommended . 
 
Service Areas :
Community Outreach ,  Education ,  Health ,  Housing ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Children/Youth . 
 
Skills :
General Skills ,  Counseling ,  Team Work ,  Public Speaking ,  Public Health ,  Writing/Editing ,  Education ,  Communications ,  Recruitment ,  Conflict Resolution ,  Community Organization ,  Leadership ,  Youth Development ,  Business/Entrepreneur ,  Social Services ,  Computers/Technology ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
UWCCR - HEC West Sacramento Housing Program
Program Start/End Date
10/24/2022  -   10/23/2023
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations CALIFORNIA  
Languages
Farsi, preferred
Accepting Applications
From  09/02/2022  To  12/30/2022 
Contact Marissa Munzing
3950 Industrial Blvd
West Sacramento   CA   95691
916-556-3344
mmunzing@healthedcouncil.org
www.healthedcouncil.org
Listing ID 90302

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