Genesee County Opioid Abuse Prevention AmeriCorps VISTA Program
The Genesee County Opioid Abuse Prevention VISTA Program builds capacity for local organizations to address the opioid epidemic. VISTA members are placed at local organizations that are on the front lines of combating the epidemic, including law enforcement agencies, health care providers, nonprofits and educational institutions. 5 VISTA members contribute to the goals of the project by performing activities such as material development, training, community engagement, data and research, and partnership development over the course of a service year.
Contact Katie de Araujo, United Way Civic Engagement Manager at kdearaujo@unitedwaygenesee.org for more information. APPLY TODAY to serve and make a difference!
2018-2019 Host Sites
- Genesee County Prevention Coalition
- Families Against Narcotics
- Genesee Intermediate School District
- Genesee Health System
- Serenity House of Flint
Qualified candidates will:
- Have an interest in helping communities/neighborhoods/residents
- Commitment to 1 year of service (12 months)
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Flint-based candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Member benefits:
- $12,311 living stipend
- $6,315 education award for successful completion (may be used to pay off student loans or to pay for future education for member or a close relative) OR $1,800 end-of-service stipend
- Health coverage
- Training and professional development
- Childcare assistance if eligible
- Chance to make a difference in community and positively impact the lives of residents in Genesee County!