Make a Difference!

Serve as an AmeriCorps VISTA Member in the:

Native Youth Wellness Corps (NYWC) Project

Southwest Youth Services, Inc. (SYS), in collaboration with Native communities in New Mexico, is pleased to announce AmeriCorps VISTA National Service opportunities.

Benefits of National Service:

·         Living Allowance

·         Health Coverage

·         Training & Assistance

·         Child Care Assistance (if eligible)

·         Enhance Your Resume

·         Professional Development

·         Personal Growth & Character Development

·         Serve In Your Own Community

·         Choice from End of Service Award: $5,725 Education Award or $1,400 Cash Stipend

Applicants must be 18 years or older 

Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent

Application Deadline: May 31, 2012

Pre-Service Orientation Date: July 17-20, 2012 (location TBD)

Service Start Date: July 23, 2012

Positions Available: Full-Time, one-year service commitment

·         Applicants may be allowed to take academic classes during their Term of service, with prior approval.

If you are interested in an AmeriCorps VISTA service position with the NYWC Project contact:

 Nathan Michael Waites, nathan@sysnm.org, or 505.259.5072

To learn more about becoming an AmeriCorps VISTA member, head to the Center for National and Community Service AmeriCorps website at: www.americorps.gov