The Institute for Family Health’s Community HealthCorps is a national AmeriCorps program that promotes health care for the underserved while training future healthcare workers. Institute HealthCorps members engage in a variety of projects that promote access to health care and health information in medically underserved communities.
Sample Positions available include:
– Conducting one-on-one and group health education sessions on preventive health topics such as diabetes, nutrition, depression care, and prenatal care with patients at our health centers
– Acting as a Depression Care Manager for patients with mental at the Institute’s Family Practice Centers in Kingston, NY
– Acting as a breast-feeding educator and advocate in our Kingston Hospital
– Working in adolescent health and community outreach at our Ellenville clinic
Living Allowance and Benefits:
– Living stipend distributed biweekly(about $11,400 for 1700 hours of service – 11 months full-time)
– Educational award ($5,350 upon completion of service)
– Health benefits
– Child care benefits, if eligible
– Student loan deferment
– Extensive opportunities for professional development
– Travel Benefits: Monthly metrocard or comparable mileage reimbursement for upstate members
Minimum eligibility requirements:
– United States citizen, United States national, or lawful permanent resident
– High school diploma or GED or commitment to obtain during the service year
– At least 17 years of age
– Strong commitment to service
– Respect for and interest in working in medically underserved communities
– Excellent people skills
– Ability to learn quickly
– Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
– Strong verbal and written communication skills
– Creativity and initiative
How to Apply:
To apply:
You must apply through the Americorps website at www.americorps.gov. Search for positions with the Institute for Family Health. We are currently accepting applications on a rolling basis.
Please direct any further questions to oreboredo@CHCANYS.org
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