Description
The Friends of the Children VISTA will increase access to the mental health and human services provided by Friends of the Children – MT’s mentoring program by increasing community outreach and developing funding pipelines to expand the reach of program activities. Friends–Montana is most concerned with the urgent needs experienced by Western Montana children who are living with the compounding pressures of trauma and poverty. Many families in Western Montana do not have the support, financial resources, and social capital necessary to thrive in today’s increasingly challenging conditions. Challenges experienced by families in Western Montana include a lack of quality, affordable childcare; a service-based economy where wages have not kept pace with the cost of living; and severe shortages in behavioral and mental health services. Where data is available, these challenges are shown to disproportionately impact our BIPOC and LGBTQ2S+ communities. This VISTA project will move low-income individuals out of poverty by building financial and other resource systems within the organization, resulting in increased unconditional, long-term mentoring support for youth facing the steepest barriers. Located in Missoula, MT!
The Friends of the Children VISTA will increase access to the mental health and human services provided by Friends of the Children – MT’s mentoring program by increasing community outreach and developing funding pipelines to expand the reach of program activities. Friends–Montana is most concerned with the urgent needs experienced by Western Montana children who are living with the compounding pressures of trauma and poverty. Many families in Western Montana do not have the support, financial resources, and social capital necessary to thrive in today’s increasingly challenging conditions. Challenges experienced by families in Western Montana include a lack of quality, affordable childcare; a service-based economy where wages have not kept pace with the cost of living; and severe shortages in behavioral and mental health services. Where data is available, these challenges are shown to disproportionately impact our BIPOC and LGBTQ2S+ communities. This VISTA project will move low-income individuals out of poverty by building financial and other resource systems within the organization, resulting in increased unconditional, long-term mentoring support for youth facing the steepest barriers. Located in Missoula, MT!
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Living Allowance
$1755
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$1755 monthly
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Non-competitive eligibility (federal jobs), Relocation allowance (if applicable), Student loan forbearance, Training
Additional Benefits
All MCVP members have the opportunity to participate in professional development and training opportunities throughout the year. As a VISTA, you receive 10 days of sick leave, 10 days of personal leave, the choice between the Segal Education Award or a cash stipend upon completion of your service term, the option to forbear eligible student loans, healthcare benefit, and non-competitive eligibility for federal jobs for one year after completion of the service term.
Education Requirements
College Graduate
Desired Languages
English
Other Conditions
Car recommended
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Subject to criminal background check
Age Requirement
18 - 99