Overview
Opportunity Council – OCRC Community Building VISTA Jobs in Washington, DC at AmeriCorps
Orcas Community Resource Center provides essential services for Orcas Island community members facing economic and social challenges, addressing areas like housing, healthcare, financial literacy, and mental health support. This VISTA project aligns with the Resource Center’s mission to reduce poverty by strengthening our organizational capacity and expanding economic opportunities for island residents. As a VISTA member, you will play a pivotal role in empowering the Resource Center to better serve the island’s economically vulnerable population. Through implementing Trauma-Informed Care and the National Family Support Framework across our programs, you’ll help to ensure our services are compassionate, empowering, accessible, and community strengthening. Enhancing our service delivery model and support staff training, you’ll create a lasting positive impact. Additionally, you’ll be instrumental in improving data tracking and reporting processes, allowing us to more effectively capture program outcomes, secure sustainable funding, and drive community-focused growth. This project also focuses on expanding financial literacy and support programs to foster resilience, reduce economic instability, and promote self-sufficiency among Orcas residents. Your contribution will help create a stronger safety net and lasting opportunities for individuals and families in our community. If you’re looking to help build resilience in a close-knit, rural community, while gaining valuable experience in nonprofit capacity building, this is the role for you!
Member Duties : As a VISTA member, you’ll strengthen the Resource Center’s foundation and support growth across all service areas. Your responsibilities include integrating trauma-informed care practices, developing training toolkits, and refining data systems to amplify program impact. You’ll expand financial literacy outreach, build local partnerships, and support initiatives for income-constrained residents. You’ll track program outcomes, assist with funding applications, and implement growth strategies, contributing to a more resilient community. This role offers valuable nonprofit experience while making a lasting difference for island residents. You’ll develop skills in program enhancement, community outreach, and nonprofit operations while empowering our local population. Your work will improve services, foster partnerships, and create pathways to economic stability. Join us in shaping a stronger Orcas Island through this unique opportunity to drive meaningful change in a close-knit community.
Program Benefits : Health Coverage* , Stipend , Childcare assistance if eligible , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Relocation Allowance , Training .
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas :
Education , Health , Hunger , Community and Economic Development , Homelessness , Community Outreach , Disaster Relief , Technology .
Skills :
Computers/Technology , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Writing/Editing , Social Services , Communications , Community Organization , Team Work .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Opportunity Council – OCRC Community Building VISTA
Program Start/End Date
07/28/2025 – 07/27/2026
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations
WASHINGTON
Accepting Applications
From 11/15/2024 To 07/07/2025
Contact
Celine Parton
1419 Cornwall Ave
Bellingham WA 98225
2533895240
Listing ID
125000
Title: Opportunity Council – OCRC Community Building VISTA
Company: AmeriCorps
Location: Washington, DC
