CCPL AmeriCorps VISTA Special Project Manager

 

CCPL is looking for a candidate through AmeriCorps VISTA to help build the future of social and community health services in the library. We are looking for data-driven thought leader to help build the structure and strategy of an embedded social service program at CCPL. This individual must be detail-oriented, excel at multi-tasking, and encompass skills in:

a. Project management (organized, goal/task oriented, attention to detail)

b. Data collection, analysis, and reporting

c. Technical writing

d. Research and writing Experience with social services a plus (social work, community health).

 

Goals and objectives include:

• Develop and implement needs assessment and report for social/community health service

structure inside the library (evaluating staff and patron needs). This would include:

o staff and patron surveys

o focus groups and other community-based engagement opportunities to solicit input

o the gathering of existing local community needs assessments

o research from national library-related social/community health services/programs

o other existing resource material

o analysis of behavioral-related incident data

o analysis of existing CCPL community health survey data

o community partner and other stakeholder interviews

• Assist in the development of a scope of work for social/community health services by utilizing

the research (listed above).

• Assist in identifying potential community partners who can deliver services/programs that meet

the scope of work.

• Work with partners on agreements (including the drafting of Memorandum of Understandings

or contracts).

• Research local, regional, and national grants to help support the program.

• Apply for grants and set up compliance structure (if awarded) for sustainment beyond Vista’s

tenure.

• Assist in development of proposed service/program structure including SOPs, staff training,

quality control, designing collection of data and metrics to maximize the demonstration of

impact.

• Assist in implementation (if time permits).

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (B.S.W), Community Health, Public Administration, or related degree preferred.

Benefits of AmeriCorps service

  • Living allowance
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Network with professionals in the nonprofit and education sector
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Education Award upon successful completion of term
  • Loan deferment and interest forbearance
  • Active alumni network
  • A chance to serve on a diverse, passionate team
  • And more!

AmeriCorps VISTA is…the national service program of the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) designed specifically to fight poverty. VISTA supports local efforts by engaging members in a one-year, full-time service year with a local organization. All VISTA projects seek to build the capacity and sustainability of local organizations and agencies to serve their clients more effectively.

Interested candidates should visit https://www.charleston-sc.gov/854/AmeriCorps-VISTA for more details and apply HERE.