AmeriCorps

 Rural Health Service Corps: AmeriCorps Positions Available, Spring 2008

The Rural Health Service Corps is an AmeriCorps National Service Program administered by the Rural Health Network of South Central New York.  With offices located in the village of Whitney Point, the Network works to promote and improve the health of rural residents in Broome, Delaware and Tioga Counties. 

Successful applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 25 and will demonstrate the following proficiencies and values:  

  • An interest in, and commitment to, rural health and/or rural communities and people
  • Evidence of current and/or past volunteer service activities
  • Communication skills, including writing and verbal communication with clarity and accuracy
  • Self direction: Members must be self-directed and show evidence of their ability to work independently and efficiently.

 Education Requirements: Attending college, or a college graduate

The Rural Health Service Corps is recruiting for 2008 AmeriCorps positions.  Positions will remain open until filled.  All AmeriCorps members must begin their term of service no later than June 1, 2008 and complete their service by December 31, 2008.  Apply on line at:  http://www.ruralhealthnetwork.org/americorps.asp 

900 Hour Positions: Members provide 900 hours of service and serve full time or part time, but must complete their term of service by December 31, 2008.  Health insurance provided for Full Time members, Living allowance ($5,880), Education award ($2,362) and College loan deferment provided.  The following 900 hour positions are available: 
  1. Health Care Access Associate: Assist uninsured adults in accessing health services, including prescription medication, vision, dental and transportation services.
  1. Health Promotion Associate: Support and help facilitate wellness education classes for adults, teens and children.  Provide assistance with other health education and health promotion projects, including local food systems development.
     

Apply on line at:  http://www.ruralhealthnetwork.org/americorps.asp or contact Joanne Murray, Administrative Assistant if you would like to apply by mail, or if you have questions, at JMurray@ruralhealthnetwork.org, or (607) 692-7669.  Please mail applications to Jack Salo, Executive Director, Rural Health Network of SCNY, P.O. Box 416, Whitney Point, N.Y. 13862

The Rural Health Service Corps is an AmeriCorps National Service Program administered by the Rural Health Network of South Central New York.  The purpose of the Rural Health Service Corps is to provide meaningful service and learning opportunities for young adults committed to improving the health and lives of those living in our rural communities.

The mission of the Rural Health Network of South Central New York (RHNSCNY) is to promote and improve the health of rural communities and strengthen each community's capacity to respond to health needs by reducing barriers and improving access and use of health and human services through advocacy, communication and partnerships. The RHNSCNY serves Delaware, Tioga and rural Broome County.

 

The following link: http://www.nationalservice.gov/for_organizations/highered/ed_award_match.asp will bring you to a listing of colleges and universities that offer special benefits to AmeriCorps education award recipients, including in some cases, matching funds to the education award.