The Northern New England AmeriCorps*VISTA Collaboration is comprised of the Campus Compact state affiliates in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. The collaboration is based on mutual interest in supporting service and service-learning focused on anti-poverty measures across the more than seventy colleges and universities in our collective memberships. Our goals are to develop strategies that will provide access to higher education for low-income individuals, support small and faith based community organizations that serve low-income communities through volunteer recruitment and assist low income communities to access resources related to public safety, disaster relief and emergency preparedness.
Colleges and Universities can do many things to help alleviate poverty in their communities. Campus Compact VISTAs in Maine, New Hampshire, or Vermont, work at a college or university to strengthen partnerships between community non-profits and campuses. VISTAs also develop and expand service-learning programs focused on anti-poverty measures in all areas of education and human needs including literacy, mentoring, health care, housing, and technology.
By coordinating the integration of service and academics, VISTAs will effect sustainable change that serves community needs while fostering the development of leadership skills and civic engagement in college students.
With twenty-four site placement options ranging from urban to rural, the Northern New England Campus Compact AmeriCorps*VISTA program offers many exciting opportunities.
Position Description:
Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont Campus Compact are looking for individuals to serve on a tri-state AmeriCorps*VISTA team. Positions will begin in with training in mid-August and you must be able to make a 1-year commitment.
Benefits:
- $1,500 cash stipend or $5,350 Education Award upon successful completion of service
- Yearly living allowance of $10,696 – $12,204
- Relocation allowance
- Federal student loan deferment
- Option to purchase life insurance
- Child Care (eligibility determined by income)
- Non-competitive eligibility for federal employment for the year following completion of service
- Extensive training
Service description:
- Working to increase access to higher education opportunities for low income individuals
- Recruiting, training, and sustaining volunteers
- Developing partnerships with local community agencies that combat poverty
- Working with college faculty and administration to support service initiatives on campus such as: Alternative Breaks, America Reads, America Counts and mentoring programs
- Assisting with developing service-learning programs and projects
Qualifications:
- College Degree
- Excellent communication skills
- Public speaking skills
- A positive attitude
- Desire to work with college students
- Volunteer experience and a demonstrated commitment to service
- Leadership experience
For more information, or to submit a cover letter, resume, and reference list, please contact:
Erin Pringle
AmeriCorps*VISTA Leader
Campus Compact for New Hampshire
3 Barrell Court, Suite 200
Concord, NH 03301
603-223-2302 ext.313