Member Duties : Our AmeriCorps VISTA Member will identify the barriers of homeless populations to access benefits to which they are eligible, will elaborate strategies to eliminate employment barriers and promote alliances for entrance level employment. Once better identified and with strategies to address barriers, this information will be shared with member organizations to use to assist their participants to obtain employment. This Volunteer should have knowledge of data collection techniques, mainstream benefits and employment markets of Puerto Rico, as well as good communications skills.
Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Health Coverage* , Training , Living Allowance , Relocation Allowance .
Terms :
Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas :
Housing , Education , Homelessness .
Skills :
Team Work , Education , Communications , Writing/Editing , Leadership , Community Organization , Public Speaking .
