Operations and Services Aid - Groundworks Collaborative/VHCB

Support Foodworks' guests with accessing food while strengthening FoodWorks' ability to expand community partnerships, improve volunteer coordination, enhance community outreach and connection to FoodWorks services.
Groundworks Collaborative was established in 2015 following the merger of two well-established organizations: the Brattleboro Area Drop-In Center and Morningside Shelter (having previously been in existence for 27 and 36 years respectively). We work with people and systems creating solutions to end hunger and homelessness for all people in our region. We envision a community in which all people have their basic needs met, including a safe and dignified place to call home. Foodworks, a program of Groundworks Collaborative, mission is to provide food in a welcoming, low- barrier environment to people in the community who are experiencing any level of food insecurity. Additionally, we are committed to participating in fresh produce rescue to help decrease overall food waste in our region.
This position is part of the Vermont Housing & Conservation Board AmeriCorps (VHCB AmeriCorps). The VHCB AmeriCorps program supports the innovative dual-goal approach to creating stable affordable housing opportunities for Vermont residents while preserving the natural and working landscape.
Position begins January 12 and ends December 10, 2027.
This position is Full Time: Requires 1,720 hours for an average of 40 hours per week for 47 weeks. Member will receive a living allowance of $31,000 (pre-tax) and an education award of $7,395 (pre-tax) upon successful completion of service.