What are the responsibilities and job description for the VISTA Operational/Volunteer Support Boys/Girls Club Stamford position at Boys & Girls Club of Stamford?
Must apply through AmeriCorps: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=125518
BGCS serves 500 children K to 12 daily. Our mission is to enable all youth to achieve their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. Our formula for impact focuses on fostering academic success, good character, citizenship, and healthy lifestyles—regardless of a family’s ability to pay. This ensures that all children, especially those from low-income households and underserved communities, have access to the resources and support they need to thrive. BGCS is located in the heart of Stamford, CT, a city known for its vibrant and diverse community. Just minutes from downtown, our location offers a perfect blend of urban energy, cultural richness, and community engagement. From outdoor summer concerts at Mill River Park to the annual Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular, the city is alive with events and activities that make it an exciting place to live and serve. Transportation in Stamford is another key advantage. With access to Metro-North trains and other public transit options, the city offers easy connections to New York City and surrounding areas. The VISTA member will expand and strengthen our organizational capacity to serve the diverse youth of Stamford by securing additional funding, strengthening donor relationships, fostering strategic partnerships, increasing increase youth and families' access to resources and opportunities. Serving at BGCS brings numerous personal and professional benefits. The role provides hands-on experience in areas such as nonprofit communications, digital content creatin and management, fundraising, grant writing, strategic partnerships, and ultimately - increasing increase youth and families' access to resources and opportunities. Partnerships with local schools and organizations offer opportunities to build relationships with community leaders and expand professional networks. Project Start Day is March 10, 2025 VISTA members will be required to pass the background check.
Member Duties : Members will: Conduct outreach activities to promote volunteer opportunities Provide volunteer orientation and training and collect volunteers’ feedback Organize and help implement volunteer recognition events Participate in coordination of projects and initiatives with community partners. Participate in coordination of projects and initiatives with community partners. Design and implement evaluation frameworks and develop systems to collect, analyze, and report data that showcases BGCS’s organizational impact. Participate in monitoring and evaluate the effectiveness of BGCS programs Participate in post-award grant management including compliance, data collection and performance tracking Assist in preparation of programmatic reports as required by funders, including impact data.
Program Benefits : Training , Living Allowance , Health Coverage* , Childcare assistance if eligible , Education award upon successful completion of service , Relocation Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend . *For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits. Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended . Service Areas :
Children/Youth , Community Outreach . Skills :
Public Speaking , Conflict Resolution , Community Organization , Writing/Editing , General Skills , Youth Development , Leadership , Team Work , Recruitment .
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $577.57 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $578
