AmeriCorps
Better Community Development, Inc. VISTA
AmeriCorps, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Better Community Development, Inc. VISTA
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Better Community Development’s (BCD) VISTA programs address a wide range of individual and community needs through a three-pronged approach: health-focused assistance, prevention, and intervention. Based on research, the programs examine the effects of peer coaching in addiction recovery and use innovative teaching techniques to improve outcomes. Compliance projects and healthy living initiatives ensure accountability while promoting wellness. Additionally, the programs are shifting the Healthy Futures approach along with veterans and their families, fostering resilience and lasting community impact.
Member Duties AmeriCorps VISTA members will recruit volunteers in the areas of substance use disorder services, community engagement and youth development. Using a variety of approaches, members will build capacity through health-focused assistance, prevention, and intervention. Building on research, recruitment, education, investigation, and compliance, members will focus on how to best serve the site based on the needs and gaps identified.
Program Benefits Living Allowance, Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend, Housing, Childcare assistance if eligible, Health Coverage*, Relocation Allowance, Training.
Terms Permits working at another job during off hours, Permits attendance at school during off hours, Car recommended.
Service Areas
Health
Education
Community and Economic Development
Community Outreach
Children/Youth
Technology
Public Health AmeriCorps
Veterans
Ex-Offender Reentry
Hunger
Homelessness
Neighborhood Revitalization
Housing
Skills
Team Work
Business/Entrepreneur
Recruitment
Public Speaking
First Aid
Counseling
Conflict Resolution
Computers/Technology
Leadership
Teaching/Tutoring
Social Services
Environment
Fund raising/Grant Writing
Community Organization
Writing/Editing
General Skills
Youth Development
Education
Veterans
Communications
Fine Arts/Crafts
Program Details
Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA
Program: Better Community Development, Inc. VISTA
Start/End Date: 12/15/2025 - 12/14/2026
Work Schedule: Full Time
Education Level: High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement: Minimum 18, No maximum
Locations: ARKANSAS
Languages: English, Spanish
Accepting Applications: From 12/01/2025 To 08/01/2026
Contact: Sandra Mitchell, 1200 S Valentine St, Little Rock AR 72204, 501-663-7221, smitchell@bcdinc.org, www.bcdinc.org
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Better Community Development, Inc. VISTA
role at
AmeriCorps .
Better Community Development’s (BCD) VISTA programs address a wide range of individual and community needs through a three-pronged approach: health-focused assistance, prevention, and intervention. Based on research, the programs examine the effects of peer coaching in addiction recovery and use innovative teaching techniques to improve outcomes. Compliance projects and healthy living initiatives ensure accountability while promoting wellness. Additionally, the programs are shifting the Healthy Futures approach along with veterans and their families, fostering resilience and lasting community impact.
Member Duties AmeriCorps VISTA members will recruit volunteers in the areas of substance use disorder services, community engagement and youth development. Using a variety of approaches, members will build capacity through health-focused assistance, prevention, and intervention. Building on research, recruitment, education, investigation, and compliance, members will focus on how to best serve the site based on the needs and gaps identified.
Program Benefits Living Allowance, Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend, Housing, Childcare assistance if eligible, Health Coverage*, Relocation Allowance, Training.
Terms Permits working at another job during off hours, Permits attendance at school during off hours, Car recommended.
Service Areas
Health
Education
Community and Economic Development
Community Outreach
Children/Youth
Technology
Public Health AmeriCorps
Veterans
Ex-Offender Reentry
Hunger
Homelessness
Neighborhood Revitalization
Housing
Skills
Team Work
Business/Entrepreneur
Recruitment
Public Speaking
First Aid
Counseling
Conflict Resolution
Computers/Technology
Leadership
Teaching/Tutoring
Social Services
Environment
Fund raising/Grant Writing
Community Organization
Writing/Editing
General Skills
Youth Development
Education
Veterans
Communications
Fine Arts/Crafts
Program Details
Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA
Program: Better Community Development, Inc. VISTA
Start/End Date: 12/15/2025 - 12/14/2026
Work Schedule: Full Time
Education Level: High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement: Minimum 18, No maximum
Locations: ARKANSAS
Languages: English, Spanish
Accepting Applications: From 12/01/2025 To 08/01/2026
Contact: Sandra Mitchell, 1200 S Valentine St, Little Rock AR 72204, 501-663-7221, smitchell@bcdinc.org, www.bcdinc.org
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