The City of Austin AmeriCorps VISTA Program works with City departments and local nonprofits to build capacity, in order to provide resources and services to the Austin neighborhoods and communities that may otherwise be left behind by Austin's historic disparities and future growth. The AmeriCorps members serving with the City of Austin AmeriCorps VISTA Program work in such diverse fields as education, health, waste removal, and housing to cover the myriad ways poverty affects these neighborhoods and communities.
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Member Duties : Bolster enrollment in technology certification programs to aid underserved youth in the ability to gain technological knowledge. Evaluate on-boarding process. Research and compile resources for technology programs targeting a variety of age groups, from early childhood to adult education. Participate in advisory and planning groups. Create recommendations to connect clients to technology mentors, businesses for internship opportunities, and other career and leadership planning/coordination. Create partnerships with local schools. Recruit students of different age groups for technology programs. Coordinate outreach for one-on-one and group sessions. Collect and track data to improve AAYHF programs. Bolster marketing and communications efforts to increase awareness and garner buy-in from key stakeholders. Track fundraising campaigns and events such as SECC, technology showcases, annual fundraising event, and other on-line giving campaigns to build organizational capacity.
Program Benefits : Relocation Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Training , Health Coverage* , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Living Allowance .
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 , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended .
Service Areas
Children/Youth , Technology , Education .
Skills
Youth Development , Team Work , Communications , Computers/Technology , Leadership , Writing/Editing , Public Speaking , Recruitment , General Skills .
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Summary
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
African-American Youth Harvest Foundation Technology VISTA
Program Start/End Date
08/26/2024 - 08/25/2025
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations TEXAS
Accepting Applications
From 05/13/2024 To 08/02/2024
Contact Chad Walters
6800 Burleson Rd
Austin TX 78744
2282976251
chad.walters@austintexas.gov
www.austintexas.gov/kids
Listing ID 105554
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Government Administration
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