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ConnectHome VISTA 2019: San Joaquin

The ConnectHome VISTA program, facilitated by Serve New York, collaborates with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to close the digital divide, and extend affordable internet access to low-income families throughout the nation. AmeriCorps VISTA members working with ConnectHome build capacity in organizations, government agencies, and institutions focusing on expanding educational opportunities and ensuring economic opportunity. Members work behind-the-scenes at organizations to build capacity, create sustainability, and indirectly serve the organization and their clients. Typical VISTA responsibilities include: grant writing, community outreach, fund development, curriculum building, creating partnerships, program development and execution. While serving, members receive support from the VISTA team at The Service Collaborative of WNY, Inc. The support includes monthly training, a social network of fellow members, and daily support from VISTA leaders.

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Member Duties : The VISTA will apply for grants to fund digital literacy programs, develop program materials, recruit agencies to administer the programs, and recruit volunteers/teachers to facilitate the classes. In addition, the VISTA will be researching and applying for grants to bring Broadband connections into the homes of Housing Authority residents. The Housing Authority aims to narrow the digital divide by increasing the number of HUD-assisted individuals and families that are computer literate and have in-home internet access. The proposed VISTA project aligns with the education priority area, which will allow HUD-assisted residents in San Joaquin County the opportunity to both learn and have access to opportunities and resources they would not have otherwise. The Housing Authority currently provides digital literacy programs to youth at two Public Housing sites. The Housing Authority would like to expand these programs to all Public Housing sites and expand the opportunities to adults.

Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Stipend , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Health Coverage* , Relocation Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Training , 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 .

Service Areas : Community and Economic Development , Technology , Education , Community Outreach .

Skills : Communications , Community Organization , Computers/Technology , Team Work .



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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA

Program
ConnectHome VISTA 2019: San Joaquin

Program Start/End Date
11/01/2019 - 11/01/2020

Work Schedule	Full Time

Education level
College graduate

Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations	CALIFORNIA

Accepting Applications
From 06/26/2019 To 11/01/2019

Contact	Matt Chavez
173 Elm St
Buffalo NY 14203
7164188500
mchavez@tscwny.org
tscwny.org

Listing ID	90332


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