Third Act: A Purposeful Retirement - Volunteer Corps

AmeriCorps; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education award

Living allowance

EAP

Stipend

Training

Job summary

AmeriCorps program at the Center for Modern Aging Princeton (CMAP) is seeking a part-time member to recruit and support older adult volunteers across schools, hospitals, and nonprofits. You will lead digital literacy efforts, foster intergenerational connections, and promote meaningful community engagement.

The role emphasizes volunteer management, outreach, and partnership-building to reduce social isolation and enhance aging with purpose. Start date is 09/01/2026 and end date 08/30/2027.

Qualifications

• Associates degree (AA) required or equivalent experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to organize events, train volunteers, and coordinate programs.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and support older adults who volunteer with CMAP and partner organizations.
• Focus on volunteer engagement through outreach, onboarding, scheduling, and ongoing support.
• Coordinate recognition efforts to celebrate volunteer contributions.
• Build partnerships with local nonprofits, schools, and service organizations to identify new opportunities.
• Align opportunities with older adults’ skills and interests to strengthen community connections.

Skills

Communications

Community Organization

Computers/Technology

Public Speaking

Recruitment

Non-Profit Management

Volunteer Management

Education

Associates degree (AA)

Job description

Third Act: A Purposeful Retirement is a dynamic AmeriCorps program at the Center for Modern Aging Princeton (CMAP) that empowers older adults to live with purpose, connection, and dignity. It directly addresses the critical issue of social isolation among older adults—an issue that profoundly affects health, well-being, and quality of life. AmeriCorps members serve as vital connectors, helping older adults build relationships, strengthen digital skills, engage across generations, and reenter community life with meaning and support. Key Program Components: Older Adult Volunteer Corps: Members recruit and support older adults as community volunteers in schools, hospitals, nonprofits, and other public-serving spaces. The Corps fosters purpose, self-worth, and new friendships. Digital Literacy Training Program: Members lead digital learning at CMAP’s Technology Learning Center (TLC) and partner sites, helping older adults use tablets, email, video calls, and online tools—bridging the digital divide and enabling connection. GrandPals Intergenerational Program: Through weekly sessions, members connect older adults with elementary school students for shared reading and storytelling—fostering respect, learning, and joyful companionship across generations. CMAP Socialization Programs: Members support a wide array of social opportunities including classes, fitness, caregiver groups, cultural outings, and arts events, ensuring inclusive and meaningful engagement for all older adults. As a Third Act AmeriCorps member, you’ll gain hands-on experience in community building, intergenerational connection, and digital education—while helping ensure that no one ages alone.

Member Duties

AmeriCorps members serving in the Older Adult Volunteer Corps (OAVC) will recruit, train, and support older adults who volunteer with CMAP and other community organizations. They will focus on volunteer engagement through outreach, onboarding, scheduling, and ongoing support to ensure a meaningful and impactful experience for every volunteer. Members will also coordinate recognition efforts to celebrate volunteer contributions. In addition, they will build partnerships with local nonprofits, schools, and service organizations to identify and develop new volunteer opportunities that align with older adults’ skills and interests. Their service strengthens community connections and promotes purposeful aging through civic engagement.

Program Benefits

• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Living Allowance
• EAP
• Stipend
• Training .

Terms

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

Service Areas

• Community Outreach
• Elder Care .

Skills

• Communications
• Community Organization
• Computers/Technology
• Public Speaking
• Recruitment
• Non-Profit Management
• Volunteer Management .

Program Type

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

Third Act: A Purposeful Retirement - Volunteer Corps

Program Start/End Date

09/01/2026 - 08/30/2027

Work Schedule

Part Time

Education level

Associates degree (AA)

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: 99

Program Locations

NEW JERSEY New York City (inc. Long Island CT NJ NY) , Philadelphia/Wilmington/Atlantic City

Accepting Applications

From 08/01/2026 To 12/31/2026

Contact

Ella Leving

101 Poor Farm Rd

Princeton NJ 08540

609-751-9699

[e-mail]

https://cmaprinceton.org