Eco3 VISTA is an AmeriCorps program where members spend a year building organizational capacity to help eradicate poverty. The Eco3 VISTA Corps takes a holistic approach to this goal, focusing on food access, social connection, and community development. By serving, members gain professional development and valuable resume-building experience, as well as earn a living stipend and education award to pay for school or student loans. Ecolibrium3 has several opportunities available, starting June 1!
Communications VISTA - Ecolibrium3
Build the communications capacity of a nationally-recognized community development organization to address poverty. The member will develop strategic communications channels and content to expand successful programs in community wellness, energy security, and the environment. The member will also 1) develop organizational strategic communication plans and 2) advance Ecolibrium3’s web presence to improve community engagement and accessibility.
Intergenerational Social Connectedness VISTA - Ecolibrium3
The member will build the capacity of Ecolibrium3 and the Duluth Age-Friendly initiative by 1) supporting the development of home safety and healthy aging in place checklists, guidelines, tools, home assessments, and recommendations for trainees; 2) engaging with and training local service providers on home safety and aging in place; 3) assess community needs and interests in intergenerational community social connectedness opportunities and develop engagement opportunities; 4) support outreach and community education opportunities on how we think about life as we age.
VISTA Leader - Ecolibrium3
The member will 1) Build the capacity of the Ecolibrium3 VISTA Corps members and community project sites by building member skills and facilitating members’ personal growth. 2) Support VISTA Corps members personally and professionally throughout their service. 3) Assist VISTA members in constructing work plans and goals in relation to each member’s VISTA Assignment Description (VAD) and performance measures. 4) Coordinate monthly All-VISTA Meetings and inter-cohort communications. 5) Lead outreach and recruitment for new VISTA members. Applicants must have one year of AmeriCorps VISTA or Peace Corps experience
How to Apply
Applications for our positions can be submitted using my.americorps.gov and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. To learn more about Eco3’s AmeriCorps programs, visit our webpage. If you have any questions, the Eco3 AmeriCorps program staff can be reached at americorps@ecolibrium3.org.