'27-28 CCSEM Servant Leadership Initiative

AmeriCorps & Senior Corps; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare assistance

Education award or stipend

Health coverage

Living allowance

Relocation allowance

Stipend

Training

Job summary

AmeriCorps & Senior Corps, in partnership with Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan, seeks VISTA volunteers to support the Servant Leadership Initiative rooted in Detroit. Members help improve food security and employment pathways, collaborating with local programs to address poverty.

VISTA duties include building partnerships, coordinating resources, mobilizing volunteers, and engaging in fundraising and capacity-building activities to strengthen community organizations and create

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with local food and employment programs to identify needs and implement sustainable solutions.
• Build partnerships, organize resources and empower organizations through volunteerism.
• Engage in capacity-building activities, including fundraising and volunteer recruitment.

Skills

Communications

Conflict resolution

Fundraising/Grant Writing

Leadership

General Skills

Social Services

Team Work

Job description

The Catholic Charities Servant Leadership Initiative VISTA program, rooted in Detroit and extends its reach to the surrounding areas. It stands as a beacon of hope and service in alignment with the mission of Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan and AmeriCorps VISTA. Our program is dedicated to providing compassionate, professional services to individuals and families in need, striving to uplift and empower the most vulnerable members of society. At the heart of its mission lies a commitment to addressing the multifaceted challenges faced by communities, particularly in the areas of food security and employment. Through strategic partnerships with local organizations, the program leverages resources and expertise to not only meet immediate needs but also to create sustainable pathways to self-sufficiency and resilience. By offering comprehensive support and guidance, it endeavors to break the cycle of poverty and foster a future of hope and opportunity for all. Servant leadership is central to the professional development offered to our members. Rooted in humility, empathy, and a profound sense of responsibility towards others, this approach empowers individuals to lead with integrity and compassion. Through mentorship, training, and enriching experiences, the program cultivates a culture of service excellence, inspiring a new generation of leaders committed to making a positive difference in their communities.

Member Duties :

VISTA members within the Catholic Charities Servant Leadership Initiative will serve as catalysts for community transformation. They will collaborate with local food and employment programs, identifying needs and implementing sustainable solutions to address poverty and inequality. Their responsibilities include building partnerships, organizing resources, and empowering organizations through increased volunteerism. VISTAs will engage in capacity-building activities, such as fundraising and volunteer recruitment, to strengthen the program's impact and reach. Through their dedication and service, VISTA members will contribute to building resilient, empowered communities where all individuals have the opportunity to thrive.

Program Benefits :

• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Health Coverage*
• Living Allowance
• Relocation Allowance
• Stipend
• Training

Terms :

• Car recommended
• Permits attendance at school during off hours
• Permits working at another job during off hours

Service Areas :

• Community and Economic Development
• Community Outreach
• Health
• Hunger
• Homelessness

Skills :

• Communications
• Conflict Resolution
• Fund raising/Grant Writing
• Leadership
• General Skills
• Social Services
• Team Work