Overview
California Overdose Prevention Associate – Virtual Service Jobs in Oakland, California, USA at AmeriCorps & Senior Corps
The California Overdose Prevention Network is recruiting one new Ameri Corps VISTA member to support virtual overdose prevention programming across the state of California. The Ameri Corps VISTA member will support projects aimed at supporting overdose prevention coalitions across California with an ultimate goal of reducing substance use and overdose deaths in the state. Key projects will include developing and producing webinars and virtual workshops for overdose prevention coalitions, coordinating virtual and/or in-person convenings, and collecting, organizing, and distributing resources.
The selected members will develop skills in communications, project management, program coordination, webinar production, coalition building, overdose prevention initiatives, and partnership development. The selected candidate will be part of a statewide member learning community through PHI Center for Health Leadership & Impact. This community includes support from VISTA Leads and professional development opportunities including workshops, networking events, conferences, and other trainings.
Members will be part of a network of over 200 CHLI Ameri Corps alums. Learn more about our program on our website, (Use the “Apply for this Job” box below). leadership.org/pathways/americorps
Member Duties: All members serve full-time, 40 hours per week for a full 12-month term. This is a virtual service site and members will serve from their home of record. Members must be available to serve Monday – Friday, 9a-5p and must have reliable internet access. Please note, this role is administrative and will focus on capacity building projects. The role will not include any direct service.
This VISTA member will need to be able to independently complete tasks. Additionally, the VISTA member should have interest in program coordination and project management versus direct service.
Program Benefits: Health Coverage*, Training, Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend, Stipend, Living Allowance, Relocation Allowance, virtual service as defined by Ameri Corps, Education award upon successful completion of service, Childcare assistance if eligible.
Terms:
Permits attendance at school during off hours.
Service Areas:
Education, Community Outreach, Public Health Ameri Corps, Community and Economic Development, Children/Youth, Health.
Skills:
Computers/Technology, Community Organization, Fundraising/Grant Writing, Social Services, Public Health, Leadership, General Skills, Conflict Resolution, Writing/Editing, Communications, Team Work, Non-Profit Management.
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Title: California Overdose Prevention Associate – Virtual Service
Company: AmeriCorps & Senior Corps
Location: Oakland, California, USA
Category: Non-Profit & Social Impact (Youth Development, Public Health, Community Health, Volunteer / Humanitarian)
