AmeriCorps
Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan- Senior Outreach
AmeriCorps, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan (CCSEM) created the Senior Outreach Program. This program helps low-income, homebound seniors age in place with dignity. Our first goal was to support seniors who were food insecure. We created a pantry and developed the infrastructure and processes to deliver a complete set of groceries to 80-100 households per week. As the program progressed through the summer of 2020, we learned that the pandemic did not create difficulties in obtaining healthy food for seniors but merely highlighted it. By the middle of 2020, we took the outreach program from a reactionary initiative to a full-fledged part of the CCSEM collection of social services. Each delivery our clients receive includes enough food for, at minimum, 21 meals plus snacks that all add up to meet USDA recommendations for healthy eating. We work with our clients to cater to any dietary needs and include not only traditional shelf stable pantry supplies, but a variety of fresh, perishable items. We also supply household cleaning and personal hygiene supplies, all of which lead to our clients' improved physical and emotional states. We continue to grow as robust referral system for our clients. The next step is to expand into offering our clients transportation, chore, and social/emotional support services. The AmeriCorps member will help us realize our programmatic goals through direct support, improving the referrals system, and creating a volunteer corps, all to benefit the seniors of metro Detroit.
This position will require a candidate with strong interpersonal skills in working with people across a wide variety of social, racial, ethnic, and economic categories. A good candidate will possess the ability to speak to and manage large groups of people. Basic computer skills are a must, as are the ability to drive to various locations, and to participate in community events where the candidate will represent CCSEM and its goals.
Member Duties:The AmeriCorps member will utilize the Disaster Case Management Model to assist those affected by COVID-19 with matching resources to needs as laid out in their individual recovery plans. This position is a part of Catholic Charities USA’s COVID-19 Response Program, a national intermediary project. As a member, you will meet virtually with other members serving throughout the country, all focused on serving populations affected by COVID-19. The position focuses on the low-income senior population of metro Detroit and seeks to support clients so they may age in place with dignity. 70% of seniors wish to stay in their home, yet only 40% manage to. The member will work with clients, volunteers, and staff so seniors can reach that goal. Daily responsibilities include case management support through the grocery and referral programs, working with volunteers at one of the food pantry/delivery hub locations, and networking with volunteers, like-minded organizations, and potential suppliers.
Program Benefits:
Training
Health Coverage
Living Allowance
Education award upon successful completion of service
Childcare assistance if eligible
Terms:
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Permits working at another job during off hours
Car recommended
Service Areas:
Elder Care
Community and Economic Development
Community Outreach
Skills:
Fund raising/Grant Writing
Social Services
General Skills
Recruitment
Writing/Editing
Communications
Community Organization
Computers/Technology
Public Speaking
Team Work
Non-Profit Management
SUMMARYProgram Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program:
Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan- Senior Outreach
Program Start/End Date:
08/31/2024 - 07/30/2025
Work Schedule:
Full Time
Education level:
Some college
Age Requirement:
Minimum: None Maximum: None
Program Locations:
MICHIGAN Detroit/Ann Arbor/Flint
Accepting Applications:
From 05/16/2024 To 09/30/2025
Contact:
Mark Johnson
23401 Jefferson Ave
St Clair Shores MI 48080
248-213-6841
johnsonm@ccsem.org
ccsem.org
Listing ID:
112878
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This position will require a candidate with strong interpersonal skills in working with people across a wide variety of social, racial, ethnic, and economic categories. A good candidate will possess the ability to speak to and manage large groups of people. Basic computer skills are a must, as are the ability to drive to various locations, and to participate in community events where the candidate will represent CCSEM and its goals.
Member Duties:The AmeriCorps member will utilize the Disaster Case Management Model to assist those affected by COVID-19 with matching resources to needs as laid out in their individual recovery plans. This position is a part of Catholic Charities USA’s COVID-19 Response Program, a national intermediary project. As a member, you will meet virtually with other members serving throughout the country, all focused on serving populations affected by COVID-19. The position focuses on the low-income senior population of metro Detroit and seeks to support clients so they may age in place with dignity. 70% of seniors wish to stay in their home, yet only 40% manage to. The member will work with clients, volunteers, and staff so seniors can reach that goal. Daily responsibilities include case management support through the grocery and referral programs, working with volunteers at one of the food pantry/delivery hub locations, and networking with volunteers, like-minded organizations, and potential suppliers.
Program Benefits:
Training
Health Coverage
Living Allowance
Education award upon successful completion of service
Childcare assistance if eligible
Terms:
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Permits working at another job during off hours
Car recommended
Service Areas:
Elder Care
Community and Economic Development
Community Outreach
Skills:
Fund raising/Grant Writing
Social Services
General Skills
Recruitment
Writing/Editing
Communications
Community Organization
Computers/Technology
Public Speaking
Team Work
Non-Profit Management
SUMMARYProgram Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program:
Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan- Senior Outreach
Program Start/End Date:
08/31/2024 - 07/30/2025
Work Schedule:
Full Time
Education level:
Some college
Age Requirement:
Minimum: None Maximum: None
Program Locations:
MICHIGAN Detroit/Ann Arbor/Flint
Accepting Applications:
From 05/16/2024 To 09/30/2025
Contact:
Mark Johnson
23401 Jefferson Ave
St Clair Shores MI 48080
248-213-6841
johnsonm@ccsem.org
ccsem.org
Listing ID:
112878
#J-18808-Ljbffr