Location: Hillsboro,WV, USA
High Rocks - Gainer Center partnership
The Phil Gainer Center in Elkins, West Virginia is a valuable asset to the community and home to various community events - some hosted by local organizations, others are in-house. Much of our programming is youth oriented, including ENGAGE Afterschool, a collaboratively funded after school program that is free for all middle school students to attend.An AmeriCorps member will focus their service on planning new community-oriented events and contributing to ongoing events as well as special programming for students participating in after school programs with a focus on experiential education. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.
Member Duties : Recruiting students and volunteers; planning and delivering youth-based community events to promote wellness; Planning and delivering a youth based activities fair; Planning and delivering special programming weekly for youth participating in ENGAGE After-school, a free after school program for middle-school aged youth; Planning and delivering youth based community events with Elkins Park and Recreation Commission; Strive to create an environment of learning and inspiration; Provide assistance with programming events and projects developed by fellow ameriCorps members, community members and Gainer Center staff members.
Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Training , Education award upon successful completion of service , Health Coverage .
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended .
Service Areas :
Children/Youth , Health , Community Outreach , Education .
Skills :
Community Organization , Communications , Education , Teaching/Tutoring , Youth Development , Leadership , General Skills , Team Work , Recruitment .