AmeriCorps VISTA

A position at South End/Lower Roxbury Youth Workers' Alliance

The Youth Workers' Alliance of the South End/Lower Roxbury is a vibrant, grassroots nonprofit looking for an AmeriCorps VISTA member to assist with organizational growth, event planning, and community building. Requires a 1-year commitment; offers incredible skill-building opportunities!

Hours: Full-time

Stipend from federal VISTA program, plus monthly T pass

Apply ASAP!

Concerned about youth violence in the headlines?
Interested in the diverse neighborhoods of Boston?
Looking for a MISSION, not just a job?

AmeriCorps VISTA provides a chance to learn new skills while supporting youth and communities in Boston.

The South End/Lower Roxbury Youth Workers' Alliance (YWA) is a vibrant grassroots network, building collaborations among youth programs and improving coordination and quality of services for inner-city and at-risk youth.

Our network is driven by the direct-service youth workers, people who spend time daily working with young people ages 6-21 in a wide variety of programs. Our network has two main goals: to improve services for youth and to provide a professional network for youth workers.

This is an exciting opportunity to learn about community-based non-profits from the inside while assisting with organizational growth, event planning, and community building.

We are seeking a VISTA to:
-Advocate for summer jobs for youth & more street outreach workers, and other issues of importance to youth
-Expand our YouthShines! Art Auction - our major community builder and fundraiser. This event features art from local children and teens auctioned to local residents and art lovers.
-Improve our website and communications materials for our members and for the local community

To learn more about VISTA: www.americorps.org/about/programs/vista.asp

Submit resume & letter of interest to: Youth Workers’ Alliance
31 Lenox Street, Boston, MA 02118