Know someone who wants to serve a year in national service, in a program dedicated to fighting poverty? We're looking for them! Please pass this on to friends, family, coworkers, neighbors, and everyone else!
We are currently recruiting VISTA members to be “community organizers”. In that position you will help current Ohio Benefit Bank (OBB) sites expand their capabilities by implementing the OBB Direct Access program; continue efforts in recruiting educational institutions as OBB referral organizations and counselor-assisted sites; aid OBB sites in fostering a cohesive relationship with the county Departments of Job & Family Services to reduce the barriers to receiving public benefits; connect OBB sites with other community resources such as banks, credit unions and county extension offices to provide wrap-around services; recruit & train community organizations, staff & volunteers as OBB counselors; prepare reports on the economic impact of the project; fundraising, food drives, grant research & writing and other capacity-building projects specific to the assignment site.
How to Apply:
1. Visit www.americorps.gov
2. Under “Advanced Opportunity Search,” search for VISTA programs and type in “OASHF” where it says “Program Name”
3. Pick which location would be right for you!
4. Click the red “Apply Now!” box to submit application
