NACDD Public Health AmeriCorps North Dakota II Service Member
Recruitment began on September 20, 2024 and the job listing expires on December 21, 2024.
Position Name: NACDD Public Health AmeriCorps Service Member
Position Type/Hours: Three Quarter Time / 1200 hours
Service Location: Families Flourish North Dakota, 418 E. Broadway Ave. Suite 250, Bismarck, ND 58501-1213
Living Allowance: $8,074.00
Education Award: $5,176.50
Total Award: $13,250.50
PROGRAM PURPOSE:
The National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) is a national public health non-profit agency focused on improving the health of the public by strengthening state and national leadership and expertise for chronic disease prevention and control. NACDD’s core membership is composed of the 59 State and Territorial Health Department Chronic Disease Directors and their staff who protect the health of the public through primary and secondary prevention efforts and work “upstream” on root causes of chronic conditions.
SPECIFIC SERVICE FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The PHA Service Member will primarily support coordination of the Turtle Mountain Healthy Living Coalition (TMHLC), which is aimed at promoting food sovereignty efforts and wellness throughout Rolette County. Key responsibilities will include:
* Coordinate and facilitate the TMHLC monthly meetings, as well as any subcommittee meetings.
* Assist in the development and implementation of social media strategies to promote the TMHLC and its partners, including the management of the TMHLC Facebook Page.
* Monitor social media channels for trends, insights, and opportunities for engagement.
* Assist in the coordination, documentation, and sharing of community events in Kumu.
* Assist in the development of a TMHLC transition plan.
* Represent the TMHLC at community events through collaborative opportunities and serve as a community connector.
DESCRIPTION OF ANTICIPATED SERVICE SCHEDULE:
* Hybrid service; 90% hours remote.
* Service hours are to be completed weekly between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm.
* A maximum of 20% of service hours may be training, education, or other similar approved activities.
* A maximum of 10% of service hours may be fundraising activities.
DESIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
* Equal parts doer & thinker.
* Outgoing and engaging.
* Demonstratable experience in social media management, partnership coordination, or related fields.
* Experience with Facebook, Microsoft Excel, Zoom, and Kumu are appreciated.
* Demonstratable experience in facilitation and coalition management are appreciated.
NON-DISCRIMINATION NOTICE:
The NACDD PHA program operates in accordance with federal and AmeriCorps program requirements on non-discrimination.
REQUIRED COMMITMENT:
Service members are expected to complete 1200 service hours within a one (1) year timeframe. The service year begins 02/03/2025 and ends 02/02/2026.
ORIENTATION AND TRAINING:
* Pre-service orientation.
* PHA-specific training.
* Program-specific training.
* Any other trainings deemed necessary by the Host Site supervisor.
EVALUATION AND REPORTING:
* Complete quarterly assessments of the PHA Program.
* Complete monthly reflection forms.
* Participate in quarterly performance evaluation and reviews with their Host Site supervisor.
* Submit service timesheets biweekly.
PUBLIC HEALTH AMERICORPS ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS:
* Be at least 18 years of age at the commencement of service.
* Have a high school diploma or its equivalent.
* Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States.
* Satisfy the National Service Criminal History Check eligibility criteria.
* Live within commutable distance of the Host Site to accommodate a hybrid service schedule.
OTHER PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS:
Must be willing to comply with all Host Service Site vaccination requirements, including for COVID-19.
PUBLIC HEALTH AMERICORPS PROGRAM BENEFITS:
* Living allowance of $8,074.00 over the course of the term of service.
* $5,176.50 Segal Education Award at the end of a successful service term.
* Student loan deferment and interest forbearance.
* Increased professional awareness and accumulated real-world experience to enhance job competence following completion of service year.
* Join a network of like-minded leaders who are passionate about improving communities and the health and wellbeing of community members.
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit Your Application by 12/20/24: Complete and submit the NACDD Public Health AmeriCorps Program Application through the following Smartsheet link:
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