Public Engagement VISTA - South Carolina
Listed on 2026-01-22
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
Youth Development, Non-Profit / Outreach, Volunteer / Humanitarian, Fundraising / Charity -
Education / Teaching
Youth Development, Fundraising / Charity
Location: Columbia
Overview
South Carolina First Steps is the state's early childhood agency and nonprofit network supporting children's school readiness in partnership with families, caregivers, and communities. South Carolina First Steps is an established VISTA site with opportunities for VISTAs to experience training and professional development, networking, and personal growth. South Carolina First Steps is currently seeking a Public Engagement VISTA to use their talents to increase the capacity of the state's early childhood system and its network of 46 county-level nonprofits, known as Local Partnerships, to serve children ages 0-5 and their families.
The Public Engagement VISTA member will serve with other VISTAs in Communications, Development, Nonprofit Operations and System Building as a team to brainstorm and execute plans to effectively reach more children and families in need.
The Public Engagement VISTA will support the development, implementation and evaluation of sustainable strategies and tools to strengthen outreach and enrollment in First Steps programs and other publicly funded early childhood services, with an emphasis on maximizing parent engagement and knowledge. This VISTA role will develop and implement community outreach plans to connect eligible families - especially those in underserved communities - with early childhood programs and services.
Activities include planning outreach event calendars, designing outreach and recruitment toolkits, developing training materials and platforms, and building relationships with community-based organizations.
Education award upon successful completion of service, Childcare assistance if eligible, Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend, Health Coverage, Training, Living Allowance, Relocation Allowance.
TermsPermits attendance at school during off hours;
Car recommended;
Permits working at another job during off hours.
Education, Community Outreach, Children/Youth.
SkillsFund raising/Grant Writing;
Writing/Editing;
Non-Profit Management;
Computers/Technology;
Public Speaking;
General Skills;
Community Organization;
Recruitment;
Communications;
Team Work.
Program Type:
Ameri Corps VISTA
Program:
Public Engagement VISTA - South Carolina First Steps
Program Start/End Date: 07/14/2025 - 07/13/2026
Work Schedule:
Full Time
Education level:
Some college
Age Requirement:
Minimum: 18
Program Locations: SOUTH CAROLINA
Languages:
English
Accepting Applications:
From 04/29/2025 To 06/20/2026
Betty Gardiner
636 Rosewood Dr.
Columbia SC 29201
bgardiner
scfirststeps.org/americorps
115760
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