AmeriCorps Applicants
Thank you for your interest in serving as an AmeriCorps member
with Vermont Campus Compact (VCC)
In the 2010-2011 year, VCC will offer more than 30 full-time
AmeriCorps positions throughout the state. The positions will fall
within three categories: anti-poverty (VISTA), environmental sustainability
(National Direct), and college access and success (National Direct).
Although there are many similarities between AmeriCorps VISTAs
and National Direct members, there are also some key differences
to be aware of. This section of the website is intended to help
you identify the service option you are most comfortable with.
VISTA Positions
VISTA stands for Volunteers In Service To America. This program
is designed to be an intensive year-long service experience that
focuses on alleviating poverty through capacity building. Service
is indirect, meaning that VISTA members perform tasks, such as fund
development or volunteer recruitment, that promote strengthening
and growth of the host site. VISTA members can expect some irregular
hours (evenings and weekends). Additional employment/income sources
is not permitted.
Sustainable Environmental Entrepreneurs
(SEE) Postions
SEE Corps Members will be part of AmeriCorps National Direct. Members
of this Corps will use a combination of direct and indirect service
to affect issues related to environmental sustainability. Specific
areas of focus will revolve around local foods, energy and weatherization,
and environmental education and literacy. AmeriCorps members in
the SEE Corps will serve for 11 months and must complete 1700 hours.
Members may have outside employment, provided it does not interfere
with their AmeriCorps obligations.
College Access and Success Corps (CASC)
Positions
CASC Corps Members will be part of AmeriCorps National Direct. Members
of this Corps will use a combination of direct and indirect service
to affect issues related to access to and success in higher education.
AmeriCorps members in the CASC Corps will serve for 11 months and
must complete 1700 hours. Members may have outside employment, provided
it does not interfere with their AmeriCorps obligations.
Overview of 2010-2011 AmeriCorps Opportunities
|
VISTA |
SEE |
CASC |
| Type of service |
Indirect |
Direct & indirect |
Direct & indirect |
| Living Allowance |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Relocation Allowance |
Yes |
No |
No |
| Education Award |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Term of Service |
12 months, 24/7 |
11 months, 1700 hours |
11 months, 1700 hours |
| Additional Employment |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Classes |
With Permission |
Yes |
Yes |
| Transportation Required |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Health Benefits* |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Focus |
Anti-poverty |
Environment |
Education |
| Funding Status |
Pending Approval |
Pending Grant Funding |
Pending Grant Funding |
*Pre-existing conditions may be excluded from coverage. Additional
benefits (such as housing assistance, food plan, etc.) may be provided
to any AmeriCorps members at the discretion of the host site.
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