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Dwell Chicago Homeless Policy Assistant 2011-2012

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Organization:
Location: Short-term Missions / Volunteer Internship
Address:
425 S. Central Park Ave
Chicago, IL, 60624
United States
Great For: Great for Christians
Service Area(s): Legal, Homelessness and Housing, Social Services, Fundraising, Photography and Videography, Social Work, Indirectly Serving People, Education
Skills: Fundraiser, Lawyer / Legal Services, Social Worker
Hourly Commitment:
50
Commitment is per:
Week
Number of Positions:
1
Number of Volunteers in this
Position in the Past Year:
1
One-time / Ongoing Position:

Description

Spend a year in intentional community serving the incredible city of Chicago. Use your education in public policy, business, government, civic planning or any other major to serve in direct service and work on systemic changes to better the lives of the local community. Discern your call to urban ministry. Use your skills, gifts, interests by matching them to the needs and gifts of the local community.

Requirements:
Chicago will consider applicants between 20-30 years old. Applicants must demonstrate a desire to serve in an Urban context and work in various levels of government and community development. Participants must bring a certain level of education or experience to be a part of the team of volunteers
Each participant must raise a portion of their support. Benefits and details of finances listed below.

Requirements

Chicago will consider applicants between 20-30 years old. Applicants must demonstrate a desire to serve in an Urban context and work in various levels of government and community development. Participants must bring a certain level of education or experience to be a part of the team of volunteers
Each participant must raise a portion of their support. 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 varied. The many areas are needed.

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:


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)


05/01/2011
Opportunity Date(s): Start Date:  
08/31/2011

End Date:  
08/14/2012

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