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Community Engagement and Volunteer Leader- OPEN

The Hands On Nashville AmeriCorps Program is looking for enthusiastic members with an interest in volunteerism and community outreach to become a Community Engagement and Volunteer Leader. Members will join a group of college-aged individuals who have a desire to impact their local community and grow their professional experience. Once placed at a local nonprofit, members use their skills and training to foster community engagement and oversee volunteers and projects. Members must be confident taking initiative, enjoy working with people, have strong interpersonal and customer-service skills, and be comfortable with public speaking. Each host site placement is unique and will engage members differently based on community needs and the organizations' goals. Community Engagement and Volunteer Leaders will develop outreach skills through training and active service in the community, gain marketable experience and grow their professional networks, while making a meaningful difference in their communities. A year of service can change our community - and you! Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.

Member Duties : Grow your skills, serve our community, and earn money for college! AmeriCorps members form a team of service-oriented students and other young adults who help local nonprofits enlist volunteers and supporters for their programs. Members spread awareness about their host site's mission, cultivate relationships with the local community, and inspire volunteers to serve with programs that make a positive difference. Duties may include: recruiting and managing volunteers; organizing and leading volunteer projects and community events; researching and proposing opportunities for engaging the community; developing resources for recruitment, training, and retention of volunteers; creating materials that display the impact of your organization to a variety of audiences; strategizing ways to enhance the experiences of volunteers; building relationships with volunteers to improve retention and engagement; actively and enthusiastically advocating for the organization you represent.

Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Stipend , Education award upon successful completion of service , Training .

Terms :

Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Uniforms provided and required .

Service Areas :

Community Outreach .

Skills :

Team Work , Writing/Editing , Non-Profit Management , Recruitment , Community Organization , General Skills , Disaster Services , Leadership , Public Speaking , Communications .

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