Americorps jobs in Portland, ME - 22 jobs

ADEPT (formerly AdCare) is a nonprofit based in Augusta with approximately 30 years of experience in program management and workforce development related to the prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery of substance use disorders, behavioral health, and related public health issues. Through a contract with the Maine CDC, ADEPT administers Problem Gambling Services for the state. With the expansion of online gambling, the need for services and resources is growing. Until recently, the program had just one staff member-the Problem Gambling Services Coordinator. A Prevention Coordinator has since joined the team, and now a VISTA member will play a key role in building recovery support services for Mainers impacted by gambling harm: ************************************** Gambling disorder is recognized in the DSM-V as the only non-substance condition under "Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders." It affects the brain's reward system similarly to substance use disorders yet remains hidden and highly stigmatized. People with gambling problems come from all walks of life, but research shows that low-income individuals and minorities experience a higher impact. The United Way reports that in 2023, 40% of Maine households earned below the ALICE Household Survival Budget threshold for their household composition and location: ************************************************** The VISTA Problem Gambling Recovery Coordinator will research best practices in other jurisdictions, then help design and implement new recovery support programs in Maine. This position offers a unique chance to develop services and resources in a rewarding field with significant growth potential. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : The VISTA member will play a key role in developing recovery support services for people in Maine affected by gambling harm. They will begin by gathering information on resources, contacts, and programs identified by the Problem Gambling Services team, and researching existing recovery models from other states and countries. Collaborating with Maine Recovery Community Centers, the VISTA will explore existing programs that could benefit individuals in recovery and their families, while also brainstorming new supports tailored to gambling recovery needs. To strengthen awareness, the VISTA will research effective messaging and create draft educational materials such as Problem Gambling 101 presentations that our organization will be able to utilize. They will also draft resources on practical topics for the recovery community, including strategies for managing urges, available services, and supports, thereby enhancing knowledge and capacity statewide. Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Training , Relocation Allowance , Health Coverage* , Living Allowance . Terms : Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours . Service Areas : Ex-Offender Reentry , Health , Veterans , Community Outreach , Homelessness , Children/Youth , Education . Skills : Community Organization , Team Work , Social Services , Public Health .

Cooperative Middle School (CMS), located in Stratham, NH, is committed to continuous improvement and strategic planning with a focus on engaging all students in meaningful learning. Recognizing that early exposure to career pathways can positively shape student aspirations, CMS is developing a new after-school program in partnership with the Seacoast School of Technology. This initiative will provide middle school students with opportunities to explore fields such as construction technology, welding, health sciences, and veterinary sciences, helping students connect school engagement with long-term career success. Evidence shows that structured, early career exploration activities foster persistence and aspirations (Whiston et al., 2017; Lapan, 2004), develop valuable employability skills (Super, 1990; Solberg et al., 2012), and are correlated with greater economic mobility in adulthood (Carnevale et al., 2013; Symonds et al., 2011). The VISTA member will build organizational capacity by creating the systems, processes, and templates necessary for CMS to sustain and expand the program after the completion of service. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : The goal of this project is to design, implement, and document a replicable after-school career pathways program that increases student engagement, inspires hope for future opportunities, and contributes to breaking cycles of poverty through education and workforce readiness. The VISTA member will create all necessary program frameworks-including instructor recruitment processes, student registration systems, communication workflows, and evaluation templates-so that the program can continue annually without VISTA support. Following the VISTA's service year, CMS staff will be able to operate the program using the systems and documentation left in place, ensuring continuity and growth. Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Relocation Allowance , Training , Health Coverage* , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend . Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours . Service Areas : Education , Children/Youth . Skills : General Skills , Team Work , Communications , Project Management , Community Organization , Education , Youth Development .

Turning Points Network, ***************************** is a private, non-profit agency dedicated to enhancing the safety and well-being of victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and stalking within Sullivan County, NH. We strive to create a community responsive to all victims and survivors through education, outreach, and accountability, empowering the community to establish a safer culture. For more than 40 years, TPN has served as the sole source of 24-hour crisis intervention and advocacy services to thousands of victim-survivors and their families in Sulilvan County regardless of location, time of day, or income level. TPN has the only emergency shelter within Sullivan County for survivors of domestic violence and routinely houses up to 16 individuals. The geographic area in New Hampshire that this program will cover is Sullivan County, in the Upper Valley western edge of the state. The communities comprising the service area for this project include Acworth, Charlestown, Claremont, Cornish, Croydon, Goshen, Grantham, Langdon, Lempster, Newport, Plainfield, Springfield, Sunapee, Unity, and Washington. In addition to direct service for survivors, TPN staff also deliver comprehensive prevention education in schools to ages Pre School through High School as well as to community organizations. TPN currently covers 75% of schools across Sullivan County and provides programming to more than 1,500 students annually. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : The goal of the AmeriCorps VISTA Member's term will be to increase volunteer participation across Turning Points Network with an additional focus on engaging and recruiting new volunteers from younger audiences ( Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible , Training , Relocation Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Health Coverage* , Stipend . Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended . Service Areas : Technology , Education , Community Outreach , Children/Youth , Health . Skills : Communications , Writing/Editing , Social Services , Recruitment , Videography Skills , Team Work , Computers/Technology .

Hearty Roots was founded in 2017 by Haley Bezon, a guidance counselor who saw how mental health support for youth wasn't meeting kids where they were. A deep believer in the power of the natural world to provide the perfect backdrop for mindful social-emotional skill-building and restoration, Haley began to develop programming to serve the kids of Lincoln County, Maine, including summer camps and year-round in-school and afterschool one-on-one counseling by licensed therapists. In 2025 alone, Hearty Roots served more than 600 kids and offered no-questions-asked scholarship support to over 50% of their families. Maine has the highest rate of youth mental health with 1 in 4 having at least one mental health diagnosis, so the need is great and Hearty Roots is rising to the challenge of caring for Lincoln County's kids. Our 115-acre Campus for Mindful Adventure comprises 110 acres of pristine wilderness: ancient Hemlocks, dramatic erratics, streams and a huge beaver pond; five acres across the road has extensive frontage on beautiful Biscay Pond and features an open-air pavilion and dock. 2026 will see the ongoing development of the campus on the "wood side", including a gear barn, some rustic cabins and tent platforms. Trail-building and maintenance are ongoing, and we hope to install some ADA trails to accommodate our Sunbeam campers (kids with neurological or physiological differences). Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : The VISTA will support and build the capacity of Hearty Roots by researching design and implementation strategies and creating plans for us to improve our facilities and infrastructure and create new trails. These improvements will allow us to grow and be able to provide more programming, providing an out-of-the-box experience to improve the physical and mental health of youth and help them build new skills that will help them break out of the cycle of poverty. The VISTA Member will also create a volunteer program to further sustain this youth programming. Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Relocation Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Training , Health Coverage* , Childcare assistance if eligible . Terms : Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended . Service Areas : Environment , Education , Children/Youth . Skills : Environment , Team Work , Leadership , Youth Development .

Midcoast Youth Center (MYC) is a community HUB located in historic Bath, ME on the Kennebec River the "City of Ships" has a rich maritime heritage and is situated about 35 miles northeast of Portland, ME. With its charming downtown area that boasts scenic waterfront views and 19th-century architecture Bath has become a gateway to the nearby mid-coast region attraction for coastal explorers. MYC is an unwavering pillar of the community, ensuring emotional health for all young people so they can reach their fullest potential and become compassionate leaders of tomorrow. Since 2016, MYC has been a steadfast resource for local teens and adults. During the school year MYC operates their free Compass-after school program in partnership with RSU1, a highly collaborative and mindfully coordinated approach to support the whole child with academic success, and complete physical and social-emotional wellness. Youth get to dive into multiple areas of interest whether that's STEM projects or performing arts, there is something for everyone to explore. MYC is home to largest indoor skate park in Maine! During the summer, the program transitions into Compass Summer, supporting youth in 6-8th grade. The summer program consists of up to 60 students, all of which participate in a variety of fun learning activities composed of; fieldtrips to local trails for mountain biking, local service projects to learn carpentry skills, or even cooking meals for students and families. MYC recently began a new program, Waypoint, a six-year mentorship program for students 7-12th grade at RSU1. Students join a cohort of their peers and through experiential learning, community enrichment, and cultural awareness, the program challenges students to realize their fullest potential, while increasing post-secondary aspirations. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : As the AmeriCorps Youth Enrichment Leader, you will support the Compass after-school and summer camp program and mentor youth in the Waypoint program. You will play an important role in the data collection of the Holistic Student Assessment, a data-driven tool to promote social-emotional development in youth in school and afterschool settings. You will assist in leading cohorts of middle/high school students through a six-year curriculum that provides mentorship, experiential learning, and outdoor adventures as catalysts for self-discovery, leadership development and increased aspiration to post-secondary experiences. You will engage with youth in a variety of afterschool and camp programming including-action sports, music, art, cooking, and graphic design, and serve to foster a spirit of belonging, connection, and personal growth. You will also collaborate with MYC staff to support the mission of MYC. Start and end date may be flexible. This position is a 1200-hour term. Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible , Training , Health Coverage , Stipend , Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service . Terms : Car recommended . Service Areas : Education , Children/Youth , Public Health AmeriCorps . Skills : Counseling , Education , Environment , Leadership , First Aid , Computers/Technology , Team Work , Conflict Resolution , General Skills , Youth Development .

Portland Housing Authority (PHA) provides and expands affordable housing and services that improve quality of life, build community, enhance safety, and promote personal success for the people served and the neighborhoods in which they reside. The Study Centers are community-based learning spaces that engage students of all ages and levels. The Study Centers try to lessen the barriers students face through meeting basic physical needs, providing homework assistance, mentoring youth, and approaching learning through artistic and engaging activities. As accessible third spaces for youth with no attendance requirement or standardized testing, the Centers focus on student needs and interests to ensure that they feel safe, heard, and valued while also pushed to grow, learn, and explore. Drop-in programming in the centers follows the public school calendar. During school vacations and summer, the centers focus on fun learning activities, providing lunches for children, and teen programming for skills development through project-based learning internships. To learn more, visit: ****************************************** Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : The VISTA will serve to rebuild our volunteer systems, increase our program visibility, and build partnerships to meet the needs of our at-risk youth. The VISTA will support staff to increase educational outcomes, social-emotional wellbeing, job readiness, and protective factors for underserved youth in subsidized housing. Program capacity will be built through accessible curricula, establishing new volunteer sources, strengthening volunteer management practices, and increasing program partnerships. The VISTA will seek grants and funding to increase program resources. Additionally, the VISTA will support the city-wide collaborative of youth serving organizations to reduce duplicative efforts, build consistent standards for program efficacy and data collection, share resources for cross organization training, integrate with the public school 5-year plan, and reduce barriers to out-of-school-time program participation. Program Benefits : Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Stipend , Childcare assistance if eligible , Relocation Allowance , Health Coverage* , Training . Terms : Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours . Service Areas : Community and Economic Development , Environment , Hunger , Children/Youth , Education , Housing , Community Outreach , Health . Skills : Recruitment , Community Organization , Youth Development , Writing/Editing , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Computers/Technology , Communications , Leadership , General Skills , Social Services , Team Work .

You will: EDUCATE AND EMPOWER Provide essential legal information on civil matters like family law, protection from abuse, housing, small claims, and guardianship. BE A GUIDE THROUGH THE SYSTEM Assist individuals in understanding court forms, navigating courthouses, and accessing critical legal resources. COLLABORATE FOR IMPACT Partner with community organizations to host educational workshops and connect people with tools for success. MAKE A DIFFERENCE EVERYDAY Help ensure access to justice for those without attorneys, transforming lives and strengthening your community. This is your chance to combine meaningful service with personal and professional growth. JOIN AMERICORPS LEGAL NAVIGATORS TODAY AND BE THE DIFFERENCE! Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : BEGIN EACH DAY READY TO CHANGE THE SYSTEM. As an ALAN, you'll: EMPOWER THROUGH ASSISTANCE. At the courthouse and legal aid clinics, your primary focus will be assisting individuals with legal forms and connecting them to civil legal aid organizations or social support resources that meet their unique needs. COMMUNICATE WITH CONFIDENCE. You'll provide clear, accessible information on family law, housing, small claims, and other civil legal matters, ensuring individuals feel confident navigating the legal system. ENGAGE WITH THE COMMUNITY. On some afternoons and evenings, you'll lead educational workshops at community organizations, equipping participants with the knowledge and tools to address legal challenges together. REFLECT AND IMPROVE. At the end of each day, you'll document your work, helping to shape more effective services and better outcomes. No two days are alike, but each one is impactful. You're not just helping people - you're transforming lives and systems. Program Benefits : Health Coverage , Stipend , Training , Housing Assistance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service . Terms : Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Uniforms provided and required . Service Areas : Children/Youth , Education , Elder Care , Housing , Community and Economic Development . Skills : Conflict Resolution , General Skills , Self-management , Education , Leadership , Law , Communications , Team Work , Social Services , Writing/Editing .

Since 2015, the Goodwill NNE VISTA Partnership has sought to alleviate poverty in communities across Maine and New Hampshire from the most rural areas to the most populous cities. VISTA Members support capacity-building and organizational-development goals of local agencies, including schools and nonprofits, providing invaluable boosts to the wellbeing of communities through indirect service such as creating new programs, assisting with community assessments, fundraising and grant writing, communications work, increasing social media presence, and recruiting and managing volunteers among other projects. The organizations we partner with focus on important community issues including but not limited to affordable housing, support for seniors, food security, assisting New Americans, educational support, and accessible transportation. At present, members are placed in partner agencies situated from the Seacoast of New Hampshire to the border towns of Lubec and Limestone, Maine. In the 2023-2024 grant year alone, our VISTA members: recruited over 1,405 new volunteers who contributed over 19,443 hours of service to their organizations; raised over 1.1 million dollars; and created and enhanced over 243 systems and business processes. The positive impact VISTA members offer their local communities is remarkable and continues to build year after year. Descriptions of all Goodwill AmeriCorps Positions can be found at: goodwillnne.org/programs/americorps/ Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : The AmeriCorps VISTA member's efforts will strengthen organizational capacity by activities such as but not limited to identifying and recruiting new donors and funders through campaigns, grant-writing, tabling, networking, and event planning/management. The AmeriCorps VISTA may develop Monthly Donor Programming, Annual Appeals Efforts, Fundraising Galas, Capital Campaigns, and their own skillset within non-profit development. Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Health Coverage* , Relocation Allowance , Training , Childcare assistance if eligible . Terms : Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended . Service Areas : Health , Entrepreneur/Business , Homelessness , Hunger , Children/Youth , Housing , Disaster Relief , Community and Economic Development , Community Outreach , Veterans , Neighborhood Revitalization . Skills : Fund raising/Grant Writing , General Skills , Team Work , Writing/Editing , Non-Profit Management .

Together with its community partners, the Portland Housing Authority (PHA) provides and expands affordable housing and services that improve quality of life, build community, enhance safety, and promote personal success for the people served and the neighborhoods in which they reside. AmeriCorps members at PHA serve in one of the organization's three education centers, where the collective goal is to help students succeed. Afternoons are drop-in time for youth and blend academic support with social emotional engagement and creative expression. The centers are communal spaces for educational assistance for residents of all ages, resource centers for exploring post-secondary opportunities, and hubs for youth leadership development and community service. Members are responsible for supervising and maintaining a safe, comfortable environment where students of all ages and developmental levels can thrive both academically and socially. Members work together with staff to plan and facilitate supplemental educational and aspirational programming as well as build and maintain relationships with families, volunteers, service providers, and schools. Mentoring is the backbone of our programming with intentional efforts to support basic needs beyond academic support such as food access, social emotional support, and life skills development - ****************** Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : GoodHealth Works AmeriCorps places members with community organizations in Maine to address CDC-determined public health needs for the most underserved populations. PHA members increase social-emotional skills and academic engagement among youth, including immigrant and refugee youth, who have been impacted by ACEs. Members are responsible for maintaining a safe environment where marginalized students of all ages and developmental levels can thrive. Members serve alongside staff in our public housing communities to plan and lead supplemental educational and aspirational programming, while building and maintaining relationships with families, volunteers, service providers, and schools. Mentoring is central to our programming with intentional efforts to support basic needs beyond academic support (food access, social emotional support, and life skills development). This role may be adapted to part-time or full-time capacity depending on the candidate. Start and end date may be flexible. Program Benefits : Health Coverage , Stipend , Living Allowance , Training , Childcare assistance if eligible , Education award upon successful completion of service . Terms : Car recommended . Service Areas : Public Health AmeriCorps , Children/Youth . Skills : Community Organization , Fine Arts/Crafts , Team Work , Leadership , General Skills , Youth Development , Education , Conflict Resolution , Teaching/Tutoring .

The Bryant Pond 4-H Camp and Learning Center campus is nestled on the shores of Lake Christopher in Bryant Pond, Maine, with 160 acres of forest and mountain trails leading to remote campsites, streams, ponds, wetlands, and a mountain summit. The mission of the University of Maine 4-H Center at Bryant Pond is to encourage and inspire people of all ages to lead sustainable lives through affordable, experiential learning. We model leadership and life-skills development, community collaboration, self-reliance, wellness, and stewardship of our natural world. Goodwill AmeriCorps and the Rural Youth Institute (RYI) are partnering to launch a dynamic, field-based training program for AmeriCorps members passionate about youth development. This initiative leverages RYI's Aspiration Incubator mentoring model and the Youth Development by Design framework to equip participants with essential skills to support rural students' aspirations. Unlike traditional, one-size-fits-all programs, this Fellowship emphasizes personalized strategies and strong relationships through nine core concepts. Members will engage in Mentoring, Experiential Learning, Social and Emotional Development, and College, Career, and Life Readiness, earning certification in Youth Development by Design. During the year-long Fellowship, members will apply the knowledge gained from the training to collaborate closely with a cohort of young people in grades 7-12 who need Tier 2 prevention support, fostering engagement through cohort activities and experiential learning, while guiding them in setting and achieving academic and life goals. The program also utilizes the PEAR Clover Model to enhance students' social and emotional growth. This unique opportunity is perfect for those passionate about a career in youth work.

This program equips participants with the skills and experience to design and deliver nature-based education in collaboration with community partners. Participants gain a working knowledge of White Pine's teaching philosophies and methodologies while developing lesson plans tailored to diverse audiences, locations, and organizational goals. Programming is delivered in settings ranging from our forest school to public schools, senior centers, and community events. In addition to teaching, participants help strengthen White Pine's community partnerships with schools, land trusts, municipalities, and other organizations. They also support outreach and fundraising through activities like writing thank-you notes, posting community notices, and representing White Pine at public events. The program provides hands-on experience with program development, community building, and organizational tools such as Google Docs, Drive, and Sheets. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : White Pine AmerCorps members will be part of our community engagement team, delivering nature-based programming in a wide variety of settings, including public schools, after school programs and senior centers. At White Pine's forest school, members will assist in leading small groups of youth as they undertake our year-long immersion curriculum, learning games, naturalist skills, and a wide variety of our favorite activities. Program Benefits : Training , Stipend , Education award upon successful completion of service . Terms : Car recommended . Service Areas : Education , Environment , Community Outreach , Children/Youth . Skills : Environment , Community Organization , Leadership , Education .

Discover Downtown Westbrook (DDW) is a Main Street organization committed to building a vibrant, inclusive downtown. Our mission is to engage residents, support local businesses, and collaborate with the City to foster a thriving, walkable, and livable downtown. We work to recruit and retain businesses, host and promote events, and enhance the overall downtown experience. DDW serves the heart of Westbrook, a city facing economic challenges following the closure of its local paper mill. With the highest percentage of low-income households in Greater Portland, Westbrook's revitalization is critical to its long-term growth. Still, Westbrook is experiencing a creative and cultural resurgence. The Dana Warp Mill, once industrial, now houses dozens of small businesses, artists, and artisans. The city has a growing arts and music scene that continues to bring new energy downtown. DDW is launching a public art initiative in partnership with the University of Southern Maine to install 10-12 four-by-four-foot panel murals across downtown and activate an underutilized alleyway as a vibrant mural space. In addition, DDW hosts a seven-week summer music series, a popular and beloved event that brings hundreds of residents and visitors downtown to enjoy live performances and build community. DDW is a growing organization. The foundation laid by our previous Main Street Fellow-and continued by this VISTA Member-will help shape future staffing, programming, and engagement. This role is essential to strengthening our creative economy, expanding partnerships, and supporting Westbrook's evolution into a thriving destination for small businesses, artists, and the wider community. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : Help shape the future of one of Maine's most creative and dynamic small cities! This position is a chance to spark inclusive economic growth in downtown Westbrook by supporting immigrant-owned businesses, women, artists, musicians, and entrepreneurs. You'll connect people to resources, build partnerships with key organizations, and help launch programs that strengthen the creative economy. You'll also play a key role in promoting local businesses through social media, events, and marketing campaigns-and bring energy to the city's beloved markets and music series. Plus, you'll support the exciting Paddle the Presumpscot tourism project, helping connect the community to Westbrook's natural beauty. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact and be part of a movement to build a thriving, welcoming downtown. Program Benefits : Training , Relocation Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage* , Stipend . Terms : Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours . Service Areas : Neighborhood Revitalization , Community and Economic Development , Entrepreneur/Business . Skills : Fund raising/Grant Writing , Community Organization , Team Work , Communications , Non-Profit Management , Leadership .

Lights Out Gallery is working with artists to build and support community in Western Maine. By partnering with the local/state art community, the VISTA will raise awareness of our plan to build a community center that includes a co-working space, dance studio and maker space as well as an art gallery to boost the economic value and provide opportunities for access to high-speed internet and equipment that is not accessible to many in rural Maine, and organize the Norway Maine Arts Festival. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : The VISTA member will help build and sustain a community coworking space that expands economic opportunity in Western Maine. They will develop systems to recruit and engage a base of volunteers and donors, support targeted fundraising efforts, and strengthen digital outreach through Instagram, Facebook, and email. By crafting compelling content and evaluating engagement strategies, VISTA will help grow our statewide and national visibility. They will also assist with grant writing and reporting by gathering impact data and stories that demonstrate progress. This work will lay the foundation for long-term sustainability and deeper community impact. Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Training , Relocation Allowance , Health Coverage* . Terms : Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours . Service Areas : Entrepreneur/Business , Community Outreach , Neighborhood Revitalization , Community and Economic Development , Education , Children/Youth . Skills : Youth Development , Fine Arts/Crafts , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Recruitment , General Skills , Community Organization , Team Work , Writing/Editing , Communications , Non-Profit Management , Leadership , Business/Entrepreneur .

The mission of Lifeline for ME Recovery is to bring recovery, re-entry centers and housing to rural Maine. The goal is to allow individuals on all paths to recovery, affected by addiction, mental illness, poverty, and/or incarceration, to recreate their lives with dignity, actively and meaningfully participate in their communities, and have opportunities for stability and improved quality of their lives. Our vision is that one day, all individuals in all counties of Maine, regardless of the challenges they may have encountered in their lives and the barriers they need to overcome, have safe, stable housing, and access to quality community resources and social support. The Summit House is located in Farmington, Maine and is our six-bed men's MARR-certified, Level 2 recovery residence. We are the first and only recovery residence in all of Franklin County. Farmington is the county seat, population approximately 7,600, in rural Maine, and the location of the University of Maine at Farmington and Titcomb Mountain, our local ski resort. It's about 50 minutes away from Sugarloaf Mountain and known to be the location where earmuffs were invented! Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : GoodHealth Works AmeriCorps places members with community organizations in Maine to address CDC-determined public health needs for the most underserved populations. As our live-in House Manager, our AmeriCorps member will support adult men (18+) in recovery from addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions. In this role, you will foster a safe, structured, and supportive living environment while receiving direct 1:1 supervision, with 24/7 support. Join us for a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of individuals in recovery. Start and end date may be flexible. Role may be adapted to either a 900-hour or 1200-hour commitment. Program Benefits : Training , Education award upon successful completion of service , Housing , Living Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage , Stipend . Terms : Car recommended . Service Areas : Homelessness , Public Health AmeriCorps , Community Outreach , Health , Ex-Offender Reentry . Skills : General Skills , Community Organization , First Aid , Team Work , Social Services , Conflict Resolution .

The Trinity Jubilee Center is a secular nonprofit and the social service hub for Lewiston-Auburn, Maine. Since opening in 1991, the Center has provided comprehensive support through five core programs: a soup kitchen and food rescue project, food pantry and diaper bank, day shelter, resource center and free clinic, and immigrant integration program. These services help over 4,000 individuals each year get back on their feet by addressing unmet needs in one of Maine's most impoverished communities. Located in downtown Lewiston, the Center is undergoing an exciting transformation. Having outgrown its current space in a rented church basement, a new, purpose-built facility is set to open in late 2025. This expansion will significantly enhance the Center's ability to provide medical, mental health, and substance misuse services-critical public health resources for a high-need population. As a GoodHealth Works AmeriCorps member at the Trinity Jubilee Center, you'll be at the heart of expanding life-changing public health services for the community. You will be the lead person creating and leading the daily operations of these expanded services. Your work will include recruiting, scheduling, and supporting volunteer medical providers and connecting with local agencies to bring critical medical, mental health, and substance use services on-site, ensuring that people in need have access to care. From scheduling providers and patients to promoting services and identifying gaps, you'll play a key role in strengthening the Center's impact. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : The AmeriCorps member will be hands-on in the day shelter, building relationships with guests and helping them access essential resources. Every day, you'll make a direct difference in people's lives by removing barriers to care and ensuring they have the support they need. Your service will help shape the future of the Center's programs. By gathering insights from guests, tracking service usage, and assessing community needs, you'll contribute to the ongoing development of programs that respond to the challenges people face. Assist in data collection, entry, and reporting. Support the expansion of the Center's medical, mental health, and substance use services. Collaborate with local agencies to schedule and publicize services, schedule patients, identify gaps and recruit partners to fill gaps. Assist with general day shelter operations to build rapport with guests and identify needs. Start and end date may be flexible. This position has a 1200-hour commitment. Program Benefits : Health Coverage , Training , Education award upon successful completion of service , Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Stipend . Terms : Car recommended . Service Areas : Community Outreach , Homelessness , Health , Public Health AmeriCorps . Skills : Communications , Leadership , Computers/Technology , Team Work .

*Public Health AmeriCorps - Youth Engagement - Maine Goodwill NNE's Public Health AmeriCorps (PHA) program places members with community organizations in Maine to address CDC determined public health needs for the most underserved populations. Maine communities are home to pockets of refugees and immigrants, in cities and towns like Lewiston, Portland, and Cherryfield, ME. New American youth face significant barriers to success-often influenced by trauma and chaos in their past, learning a new language, and adapting to a new culture-and frequently enter the education system significantly behind their peers. Public Health Youth Development members strive to narrow this gap by increasing social and emotional skills and academic engagement among students, grades 4-12, who have been impacted by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), including immigrant and refugee youth and members of the Wabanaki tribe (grades 4-12). PHA members work with community partner agencies to develop and carry out localized, evidence-based interventions, directly serving youth while increa Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : Members implement best practices to build relationships with a portfolio of youth impacted by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Utilizing data to inform practice, members: prioritize youth voice in order to increase social and emotional skills; engage youth in cohort-based programming; bring together diverse youth, helping them learn to rely on each other, and inspiring problem-solving and listening skills amongst peers; create safe spaces for youth to take risks, reflect, and share personal experiences in groups; involve youth in experiential learning, allowing them to discover what youth are interested in, encouraging them to explore new things, and providing youth with opportunities to make decisions about what they want to do and how; engage youth in both setting and managing academic and life goals, breaking them down and helping them to reflect on successes and challenges; encourage a growth mindset by reframing challenges and providing youth with feedback. Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Training , Education award upon successful completion of service , Health Coverage . Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended . Service Areas : Children/Youth , Education , Public Health AmeriCorps . Skills : Recruitment , Education , Leadership , Public Health , Communications , Youth Development , General Skills , Teaching/Tutoring , Team Work .

The Maine Department of Education (MDOE) leads statewide efforts to expand environmental and climate literacy. The MDOE Maine Green Schools Program is designated by statute to play a central role in the development of the Green School Network (GSN). Established in 2025, the Green Schools Network is designed to connect educators, administrators, community partners, and youth to strengthen practices, improve school facilities, and expand access to curriculum. MDOE collaborates with statewide networks such as the Nature Based Education Consortium (NBEC), the Maine Environmental Education Association (MEEA), Maine Early Childhood Outdoors (MeECO) and other community-based nonprofit organizations, to support outdoor learning, education, school planning and career pathways for all Maine youth. The host site will provide statewide communication tools, existing partnerships, and programmatic leadership that the VISTA volunteer will help organize into a cohesive statewide network. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : Maine's rural communities experience persistent poverty and limited access to educational resources. Many schools in these areas lack funding, staffing, and curriculum support. Rural districts also have fewer pathways for youth to connect to Maine's growing economy, limiting long-term economic mobility. The VISTA project addresses this by building the capacity of statewide systems that expand access to learning, reduce school operating costs, create youth leadership opportunities, and strengthen pathways to living-wage careers for students from disadvantaged communities. The VISTA will assemble existing materials into a resource hub, organizing and centralizing curriculum, funding opportunities, and community-based learning programs while engaging youth, educators, and key school personnel as leaders into their own virtual discussion groups to ensure long-term momentum and creating cross-sector partnerships to reduce school costs and expand future opportunities for students. Program Benefits : Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Living Allowance , Stipend , Training , Relocation Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage* . Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours . Service Areas : Technology , Environment , Community and Economic Development , Education , Children/Youth . Skills : Communications , Writing/Editing , Computers/Technology , Education , Environment , Community Organization .

GWA places AmeriCorps members in health centers, substance use recovery programs, public schools, and other community-based organizations to address urgent community health needs. AmeriCorps members research and implement interventions to address the pressing health challenges faced by underserved communities. Through this work, members gain meaningful hands-on experience and are often hired into professional public health or education roles after completing their term of service. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : GWA members serve in various capacities, including: • Engaging youth in programs to prevent substance misuse. • Creating and implementing food security initiatives. • Providing vaccination education and outreach. • Facilitating community integration opportunities for individuals with disabilities. • Researching and implementing evidence-based public health interventions. Program Benefits : Health Coverage , Training , Childcare assistance if eligible , Stipend , Education award upon successful completion of service , Living Allowance . Terms : Car recommended . Service Areas : Tribal , Public Health AmeriCorps , Health , Education , Homelessness , Children/Youth , Hunger , Community Outreach , Housing , Environment . Skills : Non-Profit Management , Youth Development , Conflict Resolution , Community Organization , Leadership , Teaching/Tutoring , Public Health , Social Services , General Skills , Environment , Team Work , Education , Communications .

Since 2015, the Goodwill NNE VISTA Partnership has sought to alleviate poverty in communities across Maine and New Hampshire from the most rural areas to the most populous cities. VISTA Members support capacity-building and organizational-development goals of local agencies, including schools and nonprofits, providing invaluable boosts to the wellbeing of communities through indirect service such as creating new programs, assisting with community assessments, fundraising and grant writing, communications work, increasing social media presence, and recruiting and managing volunteers among other projects. The organizations we partner with focus on important community issues including but not limited to affordable housing, support for seniors, food security, assisting New Americans, educational support, and accessible transportation. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : At present, members are placed in partner agencies situated from the Seacoast of New Hampshire to the border towns of Lubec and Limestone, Maine. In the 2023-2024 grant year alone, our VISTA members: recruited over 1,405 new volunteers who contributed over 19,443 hours of service to their organizations; raised over 1.1 million dollars; and created and enhanced over 243 systems and business processes. The positive impact VISTA members offer their local communities is remarkable and continues to build year after year. Descriptions of all Goodwill AmeriCorps Positions can be fund at: goodwillnne.org/jobs/americorps/positions/ Program Benefits : Stipend , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Relocation Allowance , Health Coverage* , Childcare assistance if eligible , Training . Terms : Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended . Service Areas : Community Outreach , Elder Care , Children/Youth , Neighborhood Revitalization , Homelessness , Environment , Community and Economic Development , Health , Hunger , Housing , Education . Skills : Writing/Editing , Communications , Non-Profit Management , Social Services , Conflict Resolution , Community Organization , General Skills , Team Work , Computers/Technology , Leadership , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Public Speaking .