Habitat Americorps Restore Development Vista

Habitat AmeriCorps ReStore Development VISTA - Cleveland, OH Habitat for Humanity's vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. We believe affordable housing plays a critical role in strong, stable communities. Since our founding in 1976, Habitat has helped more than 46 million people build or improve the place they call home. With Habitat AmeriCorps, you can serve in your community or in many locations through the United States. Serve on an active build site or at a local Habitat office assisting homeowner families, volunteers, and staff members. For one year, you can get paid to help build sustainable solutions in the community, gain valuable hands-on experience, and prepare for your future. Help strengthen communities through a year of service with Habitat AmeriCorps. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : The ReStore development VISTA member researches and implements best practices for standard ReStore operating policies. This can include marketing the store to community members and donors, developing or enhancing a volunteer program, evaluating the impact of the store within the community, or developing ReStore business processes. Each strategy should be well documented and evaluated to ensure sustainability beyond your service. Program Benefits : Training , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Relocation Allowance , Living Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage . Terms : Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours . Service Areas : Housing , Neighborhood Revitalization , Community and Economic Development . Skills : Leadership , Communications , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Social Services , Writing/Editing , Non-Profit Management , Community Organization , Business/Entrepreneur , Public Speaking , Team Work , General Skills .