Member Duties : The 211 and Community Resources Support VISTA will effectively support United Way by enhance existing services and to increase community awareness about 211. They will gather and enter data on new services available within the community to assist those living in poverty in Lehigh, Northampton and Carbon counties and entering those resources into the 211 database. They will identify, organize and/or participate in outreach events to increase public awareness of 211 and Age Friendly LV resources. The VISTA member will support integration and mobilization of current partners for increased community engagement and awareness. They will assist with development, implementation, and evaluation of best practices for policies and procedures for 211 and community resources outreach and awareness. This position is based at the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley's office in Allentown, PA.
Program Benefits : Health Coverage* , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Living Allowance , Relocation Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Childcare assistance if eligible , Training .
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended .
Service Areas :
Community and Economic Development , Hunger , Homelessness , Health , Elder Care , Children/Youth , Housing , Neighborhood Revitalization , Community Outreach , Education .
Skills :
Recruitment , Education , Non-Profit Management , Social Services , Public Health , Team Work , Communications , Teaching/Tutoring , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Community Organization , Writing/Editing , Urban Planning , Conflict Resolution , Counseling , Youth Development , Public Speaking , Computers/Technology .
