Events and Education Specialist - SASH@WHA / VHCB

Overview

Events and Education Specialist - SASH@WHA / VHCB role at AmeriCorps. This position supports the Support and Services at Home (SASH) program at Winooski Housing Authority and serves residents who are elderly or disabled in Winooski Housing Authority or Chittenden Housing Corporation buildings and local community members enrolled in the SASH program. The role involves collaborating with SASH staff to determine which events and training programs will best meet the needs of the population and coordinating events with external presenters. Events may include fairs for service providers, education on identified needs (e.g., loneliness, diabetes, heart disease) and some social gatherings.

This position is part of the VHCB AmeriCorps program, which supports stable affordable housing opportunities for Vermont residents while preserving the natural and working landscape. It is a full-time term requiring 1720 hours (approximately 40 hours per week for 47 weeks). The member will receive a living allowance and an education award upon successful completion of service, along with health insurance, federal student loan forbearance, and various training opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with SASH staff to identify participant needs and assist in planning and coordinating bi-monthly events and activities
• Coordinate fairs for seniors where benefit providers may provide information and address questions (e.g., AgeWell, DAIL)
• Plan and host residential events focused on safety in partnership with municipal first responders
• Coordinate social gatherings and events for residents based on interest
• Greet residents, assess needs, and direct them to the appropriate staff member
• Assist with property-wide social events for residents
• Assist with the monthly newsletter for residents
• Participate in an Independent Service Project under VHCB AmeriCorps guidance
• Participate in VHCB AmeriCorps program initiatives and outreach activities to promote AmeriCorps
• Engage in professional and personal development activities and networking opportunities

Program Details and Benefits

Qualifications

Contact : Mariella Wretman,

83 Barlow St, Winooski, VT 05404

Phone : 802-828-3249

Email : m.watt@vhcb.org

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