In addition to working to people and communities escape poverty, Summer Associates receive benefits and support during and after successful completion of summer service:
· A modest living allowance (approximately $447 every two weeks) to cover necessities during service.
· Approximately $1,212 Segal AmeriCorps Education Award OR a $125/month summer end-of-service stipend.
· The opportunity to work with influential community leaders and receive on-site orientation and training.
· Support Not Provided: Summer Associates do not receive relocation allowances, health benefits, life insurance, childcare support, or paid personal / medical leave.
In addition to working to people and communities escape poverty, Fully-Year Members receive benefits and support during and after successful completion of their year of service:
· Monthly living allowance of approximately $973 per month (gross).
· 10 days of paid personal leave and 10 days of paid medical leave per full service year.
· Health benefits.
· $5,730 for graduate school or to repay student loans OR $1,500 post-service stipend.
· Relocation assistance.
· Child-care stipend for income-eligible members.
· Training and professional development: VISTA members receive invaluable experience working directly with community leaders while honing essential skills that will last a lifetime.
If you have any questions about these positions, please contact Gina Simonetti, BMVP Project Manager, at (406) 247-8675 or at simonettig@ci.billings.mt.us.
Thank you!
Summer Red
VISTA Team Leader
Billings Metro VISTA Project
City of Billings- Community Development
2825 3rd Avenue North, 6th Floor
(O) 406-237-6131
(F) 406-294-7595
vista8@ci.billings.mt.us
www.ci.billings.mt.us/vista