CRIS - Community Engagement Specialist
AmeriCorps, Columbus, OH, United States
Community Refugee & Immigration Services (CRIS) is an independent non‑profit organization that serves the growing New American populations in central Ohio. We have staff members from all over the world who speak a multitude of different languages. Our services empower local families in achieving stability and self‑sufficiency through employment assistance, English language learning, mentorship, access to healthcare, legal services, and guidance navigating the justice system.
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Member Duties The VISTA member will work closely with CRIS staff to strengthen our capacity to address food insecurity among local families in Central Ohio. The member will build partnerships with community organizations, food pantries, community gardens, and educational providers to expand access to culturally appropriate food, nutrition education, and food budgeting resources. They will develop systems to track client food needs and referrals, identify patterns, and inform emergency responses. The member will also formalize and coordinate a volunteer program that will assist with food distribution, grocery delivery, transportation, and community garden participation. Through outreach and educational initiatives, the VISTA member will raise community awareness of food insecurity and build lasting capacity within CRIS to promote client stability and self‑sufficiency.
Benefits include a monthly $200 housing stipend to supplement living costs.
Program Benefits
Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
Training
Health Coverage*
Hybrid Schedule: Both Remote & In‑Person
Living Allowance
Childcare assistance if eligible
Relocation Allowance
For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
Terms
Car recommended
Permits working at another job during off hours
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Service Areas
Community and Economic Development
Community Outreach
Technology
Hunger
Skills
Communications
Recruitment
Public Speaking
Community Organization
Leadership
General Skills
Summary
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program:
CRIS - Community Engagement Specialist
Program Start/End Date:
06/01/2026 - 05/31/2027
Work Schedule:
Full Time
Education level:
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement:
Minimum: 18, Maximum: None
Program Locations:
OHIO
Languages:
English
Accepting Applications:
From 03/02/2026 To 07/10/2026
Contact:
Lizzie Carmichael
4645 Executive Dr
Columbus OH 43220
6142214336
lcarmichael@ohiofoodbanks.org
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Further help on this page can be found by
clicking here .
Member Duties The VISTA member will work closely with CRIS staff to strengthen our capacity to address food insecurity among local families in Central Ohio. The member will build partnerships with community organizations, food pantries, community gardens, and educational providers to expand access to culturally appropriate food, nutrition education, and food budgeting resources. They will develop systems to track client food needs and referrals, identify patterns, and inform emergency responses. The member will also formalize and coordinate a volunteer program that will assist with food distribution, grocery delivery, transportation, and community garden participation. Through outreach and educational initiatives, the VISTA member will raise community awareness of food insecurity and build lasting capacity within CRIS to promote client stability and self‑sufficiency.
Benefits include a monthly $200 housing stipend to supplement living costs.
Program Benefits
Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
Training
Health Coverage*
Hybrid Schedule: Both Remote & In‑Person
Living Allowance
Childcare assistance if eligible
Relocation Allowance
For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
Terms
Car recommended
Permits working at another job during off hours
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Service Areas
Community and Economic Development
Community Outreach
Technology
Hunger
Skills
Communications
Recruitment
Public Speaking
Community Organization
Leadership
General Skills
Summary
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program:
CRIS - Community Engagement Specialist
Program Start/End Date:
06/01/2026 - 05/31/2027
Work Schedule:
Full Time
Education level:
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement:
Minimum: 18, Maximum: None
Program Locations:
OHIO
Languages:
English
Accepting Applications:
From 03/02/2026 To 07/10/2026
Contact:
Lizzie Carmichael
4645 Executive Dr
Columbus OH 43220
6142214336
lcarmichael@ohiofoodbanks.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr