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Dwell Atlanta Homeless Youth 2011-2012

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Organization:
Location: Short-term Missions / Volunteer Internship
Address:
1088 Bouldercrest Drive
Atlanta, GA, 30316-2269
United States
Great For: Great for Groups, Great for Christians
Service Area(s): Tutoring, Homelessness and Housing, Children and Youth Ministry, Administrative / Office Work, Teaching, Babysitting / Childcare / Nursery, Directly Serving People, Indirectly Serving People, Business, Worship/Music/Choir, Social Services, Adult Ministry
Skills: Administrator / Office Skills, Teacher / Trainer, Youth Worker / Childcare
Hourly Commitment:
10
Commitment is per:
Week
Number of Positions:
1
Number of Volunteers in this
Position in the Past Year:
1
One-time / Ongoing Position:

Description

Live, serve, worship, learn and reflect as you live in intentional Christian community in Atlanta. Live together with young adults dedicated to living an authentic Christian life together in community and serve their neighbors. Each house team selects and serves in a neighborhood outreach specific to their context. Teams are formed for two neighborhoods in Central Atlanta, Grant Park and Capitol View.

Requirements:
Atlanta will consider applicants between 20-34 years old. Applicants must demonstrate a mature Christian faith and a desire to serve in an Urban context.

Each participant must raise a portion of their support or hold outside employment and contribute toward expenses monthly. Benefits and details of finances listed below.

Requirements

Atlanta will consider applicants between 20-34 years old. Applicants must demonstrate a mature Christian faith and a desire to serve in an Urban context.

Each participant must raise a portion of their support or hold outside employment and contribute toward expenses monthly. Benefits and details of finances listed below.

Do you require that volunteers for this position be Christian?

Yes

Organizational Statement of Faith:

Yes

Short Term Mission Trip Details

Additional Details:


Positions available are greatly varied. The following areas are needed; education, business, public policy, development, sociology, counseling, youth workers, data entry/administration, etc. Many interests can be utilized.


Applications may be submitted past deadline but will be considered for only open positions. Applying early allows for consideration of applicants specific desires.

Region


Northern America

Amount Paid (if any)


all living expenses plus personal spending money of $100 per mo.

This cost includes:


The following is an outline however, the community may determine the extent to which these are provided. Inquire about the specifics with the City Director.

Costs/ Fundraising depend upon individual situation but all members contribute to the household and program expenses.

Housing

Utilities, including internet and land line phone

Local newspaper

Groceries purchased together as a team

Local bus pass (or gas money of $75 per month)

Health insurance

Monthly stipend of $100

4-5 retreats in the year

8-12 books for reading and group reflection

(sometimes there is access to a grant that helps to reimburse student loan payments)

Application Deadline (MM/DD/YYYY)


05/30/2011
Opportunity Date(s): Start Date:  
08/31/2011

End Date:  
08/14/2012

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