Through the Gem State Public Health program, members will conduct needs assessments regarding collaborations and partnerships, and recruit potential partnerships as well as coordinate meetings, design training materials, and provide other support to public health agencies. Members will also conduct ASSIST and QPR Training for community members to increase the number of suicide prevention interventionists throughout Idaho. The program will offer members academic advising and the opportunity to explore degree options that focus on public health.
Member Duties : Multifaceted role including aiding in volunteer recruitment for various programs, obtaining certification as a Long-Term Care Ombudsman, engaging in friendly visits at long-term care facilities, facilitating friendly calls to combat social isolation among older adults, use QPR training when required, distributing PRO Age Connections postcards and robotic pets, as well as participate in event planning across the seven counties in Southeast Idaho.Multifaceted role including aiding in volunteer recruitment for various programs, obtaining certification as a Long-Term Care Ombudsman, engaging in friendly visits at long-term care facilities, facilitating friendly calls to combat social isolation among older adults, use QPR training when required, distributing PRO Age Connections postcards and robotic pets, as well as participate in event planning across the seven counties in Southeast Idaho.
Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Training , Stipend .
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas :
Health , Public Health Ameri Corps .
Skills :
Community Organization , Public Health .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
Ameri Corps State / National
Program
Elderly Communication Support
Program Start/End Date
09/01/2024 - 08/31/2025
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 17 Maximum: 65
Program Locations
IDAHO
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From 08/07/2024 To 01/15/2025
Contact
Michael Fornarotto
Mail
Pocatello ID 83209
208-479-2278
gemstate@isu.edu
Listing ID
123840
We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available