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The goal of this position is to assist shelter guests to more fully access our system of services and other resources in the community. Gandhi said: “The best way to find yourself is by losing yourself in service to others”. Good Samaritan Haven has sheltered the homeless for 35 years. We are Central Vermont’s only shelter and service program for individuals. Service to others is at the heart of our mission. Join our service team. Turn your values into compassionate action. Gain a life experience that will change you forever, deepening your understanding of a challenging social problem and the human experience.
Member Duties : -Meet, listen to and get to know individuals that use our shelter services. -Support guests with applications for housing and employment. Provide resource support and referrals. -Interface with other service providers to lower barriers to access; have knowledge of different services available in the community. -Perform shelter support functions including answering phones and doors, conducting tours, orienting new guests. -Participate in an Independent Service Project under the guidance of VHCB AmeriCorps -Participate in all VHCB AmeriCorps Trainings, Service Days, Events, and Program Initiatives. -Engage in professional and personal development activities and networking opportunities.
Program Benefits : Training , Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Health Coverage .
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended .
Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended .
Service Areas :
Homelessness , Housing .
Homelessness , Housing .
Skills :
Counseling , Conflict Resolution , General Skills , Social Services .
Counseling , Conflict Resolution , General Skills , Social Services .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
Homelessness Support Specialist - GSH/VHCB
Program Start/End Date
09/11/2023 - 08/09/2024
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 17 Maximum: 99
Program Locations
VERMONT
Accepting Applications
From 07/12/2023 To 08/25/2023
Contact
Daren Austin
105 N Seminary St
Barre VT 05641
8024792294
m.watt@vhcb.org
vhcb.org/our-programs/
Listing ID
119757
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