The Jewish Council of Yonkers

584 North Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701

 
Established in 1919

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AmeriCorps*VISTA Position


The Jewish Council of Yonkers is proud to offer the opportunity for an individual to gain non-for-profit experience through an AmeriCorps*VISTA position:

  • Help research and prepare proposals for additional funding

  • Learn and implement the skills of grant writing; Develop relationships to support our programs.

  • Be a liaison to the community and volunteers to ensure effective administration of the programs;
    be part of a team to develop new programs and participate in existing programs, and recruit volunteers.

  • This position is full time (36-40 hours a week)

  • Insurance benefits

  • $10,416 stipend for the year

  • End of commitment bonus of either $1,200 cash award or $4,250 towards tuition or the repayment of school loans.

  • Relocation allowance

The JCY will provide skill-training, opportunities to build your resume and work portfolio, and a mentor throughout the year to provide support and guidance.  The JCY and AmeriCorps are equal opportunity organizations.

 
Requirements:  Must have own housing and a car; B.A. degree; excellent writing and communication skills; Internet savvy, with basic office literacy; ability to work independently.

 
To learn more, contact Janice Lubin Kirschner at (914) 423-5009 or jlkirschner@jewishcouncil.info

Click here for the description of this position on the AmeriCorps website.

 
To apply now, visit the AmeriCorps Website application section, https://recruit.cns.gov/applyform.asp where you can register and apply.  In the program selection section, be sure to enter NY317144-4 so that your application will be submitted to the JCY. 

 

Application Deadline: July 11, 2005

 


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