Crook County is looking for an enthusiastic volunteer to work on projects that will build countywide wellness initiatives and take a systems-approach to creating healthy community.
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Candidates are interviewed and hired as applications are received – so apply as soon as possible.
Positions must be filled no later than January 10.
CHALLENGING AND REWARDING NATIONAL SERVICE
During a challenging year of national service as AmeriCorps VISTA service members, our team members lead public health initiatives in their agencies and communities. A Year With AmeriCorps- Is It Right For You?
Our team serves in the areas of community wellness programs, behavioral health, chronic disease prevention, public health department accreditation, quality improvement processes, health equity, women’s and children’s health, obesity reduction, and opioid prevention. We are a statewide sponsoring organization for approximately 26 VISTA positions.
BENEFITS AMERICORPS PROVIDES
• A $5,920 Segal AmeriCorps Education Award or $1,800 post-service stipend
• $12,311-$14,136 living allowance for the year
• Health benefits
• Financial support for relocation before and after your year of service
• Student loan forbearance or deferment while in service for qualified federal loans
• One year of noncompetitive status for a federal government job
BENEFITS OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY PROVIDES
• Team building with your cohort of more than 25 members around Oregon
• Kick off retreat orienting you to Oregon and public health
• Team meetings throughout the year for conferences, customized training and professional development
• Sponsored travel to conferences and trainings you choose
• Technical and networking assistance via our state public health program staff
• Support from our team at the state Public Health Division
• Support for your job hunting, career exploration, resume building, networking for your next career moves
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For more information, please contact:
Kris Williams - Crook County Health Department
Tobacco Prevention and Education Coordinator
541-447-5165 ext. 225
For media questions please contact:
Vicky Ryan – Crook County Public Information Officer
541-323-2467 – Direct line
541-233-8504 – Work Cell
