BCS Housing Coordinator - Grand Rapids, MI Job at AmeriCorps

AmeriCorps Michigan

Equip the community and sponsoring organization with the initial support necessary for the refugee resettlement process. Equip refugee clients with the potential for self-sufficiency. Build lasting connections with landlords, community partners, and local donors to build a healthy future for newly arrived refugees in the United States.



Member Duties : 1) Participate in efforts to recruit local churches to be cosponsors for refugees in Grand Rapids. 2) Recruit and organize volunteers to assist with housing move-ins for clients before they arrive. 3) Assist with moves as needed. 4) Create outlines of volunteer projects for various programs, with a specific emphasis on helping clients understand housing issues.


Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Training , Relocation Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Health Coverage* .



Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours .


Service Areas :
Technology , Neighborhood Revitalization , Housing , Homelessness .


Skills :
Team Work , Recruitment , Social Services , Non-Profit Management , Communications , Fine Arts/Crafts , Computers/Technology , Leadership , Writing/Editing , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Community Organization , Urban Planning , General Skills , Public Speaking , Business/Entrepreneur , Education .




SUMMARY

Program Type:

AmeriCorps VISTA



Program

BCS Housing Coordinator - Grand Rapids, MI



Program Start/End Date

08/28/2023 - 08/27/2024



Work Schedule
Full Time



Education level

High school diploma/GED



Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: None


Program Locations
MICHIGAN


Accepting Applications

From 05/06/2023 To 07/07/2023



Contact
Wainaina Phaedra

1050 36TH ST SE

Grand Rapids MI 49508

3135500923

phaedrawainaina@bethany.org

bethany.org



Listing ID
107124




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