HeartCorps Service Member

American Heart Association - Oswego, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Oswego, NY

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About the position

HeartCorps is an initiative aimed at driving health equity in rural communities through public health service. This full-time service position at Oswego YMCA offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience while promoting equitable health outcomes, particularly in heart health and chronic disease management.

Responsibilities

• Serve full-time Monday - Friday (41.25 hours per week) with occasional evening or weekend hours.
• Deliver health education and support community members in navigating care and resources related to heart health topics.
• Assist with public health surveys, including participant recruitment and data tracking.
• Plan and conduct local health skill-building workshops and community events to raise health awareness.
• Support community members in Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring initiatives.
• Host Hands-Only CPR demonstrations for community members.
• Engage local organizations to develop resources for chronic disease interventions and overall health services.
• Participate in AmeriCorps pre-service orientation and member development meetings.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident, at least 18 years old, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Reliable transportation to the host site and community activities, with a valid driver's license and minimum insurance coverage.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Customer-focused, good listener, non-judgmental, open-minded, and resourceful.
• Must satisfy National Service Criminal History Check eligibility criteria.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience as a health aide or coursework in public health, health communications, health promotion, or health sciences.

Benefits

• Bi-weekly living stipend of $1108.70 for full-time members.
• Healthcare benefits.
• Childcare subsidy if eligible.
• Educational award upon successful completion of service.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• Direct access to job opportunities after program completion.