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Youth Mentor Program Outreach - AmeriCorps VISTA Summer Associate

Billings Metro VISTA Project
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Reignite community engagement, raise awareness, and expand essential programming for local youth who need it most!

 

Org Mission:  Big Brothers Big Sisters of Big Sky Country strives to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. 

 

Job Summary: This is an AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers In Service to America) Summer Associate Position with a 10-Week Service Term (June 15, 2026 - August 23, 2026). 

Key Responsibilities: The goal of this project is to increase the number of students in mentorship programs so that they have improved academic engagement or social-emotional skills that increase levels of educational success and lead to more financial stability over time. 

The Summer Associate will:

  • Educate the community and promote community-based mentoring as an effective tool for alleviating poverty; 
  • Facilitate new program enrollments through targeted outreach methods; and
  • Form at least one new partnership with a nonprofit or organization that serves youth in the area. 

 

Qualifications:  This position is funded through AmeriCorps. The successful applicant must meet all eligibility criteria. 

  • High School Diploma / GED
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Available full-time / 40 hours per week
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, Lawful Permanent Resident of U.S., or Asylee.  A student visa does not confer eligibility to enroll in an AmeriCorps program.
  • Must clear a National Service Criminal History Check
  • Two (2) professional / supervisory references 
  • Experience with community outreach is preferred 
  • Experience with youth development, volunteer recruitment, and leadership is desirable 
  • Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills; be self-driven and resourceful

 

AmeriCorps Benefits: 

  • Living Allowance: Biweekly stipend to cover basic living expenses 
  • End-of-Service Award (must choose one):
    • Segal Education Award - $1,565.08 (can be used for student loans or future education)
    • Cash Stipend - $345.80 (paid upon completion in final living allowance payment)
  • Leave Benefits:
    • Holidays as observed by the City of Billings (ex. July 3)
    • Three (3) days total of personal / medical