Caras Of The Americas-Community Program- Gestion Comunitaria

Caras' activities are focused on improving the quality of life of elderly residents so as to foster their integration and encourage their participation within community development initiatives. By providing support and companionship, elderly residents feel they are part of the community network, that they can continue to contribute towards collective action that seeks to improve quality of life within their communities for present and future generations.
Member Duties :
Americorps members will serve with the Community Coordinators in community beautification initiatives which consist of home visits to assist elderly residents in tasks that help provide decent living conditions, such as: painting, cleaning, gardening, debris removal, and minor repairs around the house. Americorps members will assist in identifying elderly participants in need of this service, coordinating activities 1-2 times a month, creating an activity calendar, following up with participants when activities are confirmed, leading the activities with volunteers, inventory, clean up and organization of materials, and coordinating with relevant agencies or services for specific needs (such as minor repairs, debris pick up, etc). Other related tasks could be assigned in order to accomplish the objectives.
Program Benefits :
Living Allowance , Training , Education award upon successful completion of service .
Terms :
Car recommended , Uniforms provided and required , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas :
None
Skills :
Communications , Leadership , Team Work , General Skills , Computers/Technology .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
Caras of the Americas-Community Program- Gestion Comunitaria
Program Start/End Date
10/01/2024 - 09/30/2025
Work Schedule
Part Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: 99
Program Locations
PUERTO RICO
Accepting Applications
From 09/26/2024 To 02/01/2025
Contact
Daihanes Torres
PO Box 433
Catano PR 00963
7875287557
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Listing ID
124490