Oregon Re-entry Coalition Coordinator

Oregon Re-entry Coalition Coordinator VISTA
 
**Applications must be submitted through MyAmeriCorps** https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=128660 

This position joins Oregon Health Authority’s statewide AmeriCorps VISTA team at Changing Patterns. In addition to activities at your individual site, each member receives additional orientation, training throughout the year, team meetings, and support from VISTA team leaders and project director. Visit: http://healthoregon.org/vista for more information. Selections are made on a rolling basis and early applications are strongly encouraged. The last day to submit an application is March 13, 2026. Changing Patterns is a re-entry support organization that provides a healthy support system for those returning from prison in Deschutes County. We offer group & individual peer support with an opportunity for employment as a re-entry navigator once participants complete the program. One challenge with re-entry in Oregon is inconsistent access to resources depending on what county someone is released to. Because of the inconsistencies, many people fall through the cracks and wind up homeless and in poverty. There are several depressed rural counties that need support for services but do not have capacity to provide them. This project will streamline consistent re-entry connections throughout the state, connect organizations to encourage collaboration over competition, expose areas lacking resources and highlight the value of these services. The project aims to create safer communities with lower recidivism; stronger economies with ex-offenders successfully entering the workforce, and healthier families strengthened by reunification and social service supports from people with lived experience. We value applicants who can bring lived experience. With the innovative public health work happening in Oregon, Bend is a wonderful place to explore a future in public health! Bend is a fast-growing city nestled in rural Deschutes County. This offers the benefits and conveniences of a city with the opportunity to reach rural communities with limited access to resources.

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Member Duties : The AmeriCorps member will create a strategic plan for long-term planning to grow the organization and its capacity to support re-entry across state. The member will develop and support region-specific organizations and create a statewide resource map for a list of organizations & resources dedicated to people returning to the community after prison in each country. These organizations will support people navigating obstacles of re-entry. The member will provide quarterly reports and track the data for impact reports. AmeriCorps VISTA members serve Oregonians through indirect service and capacity building, meaning the work you will do is the behind-the-scenes work. While programs developed endure for years, you will have limited interaction with the community and will either serve remotely or in-office. Applicants should be independent, reliable, and have strong writing & intercultural communication skills. Preferred Skills include Microsoft office, Google Workspace, & ChatGPT.

Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Health Coverage* ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Stipend ,  Training . 

*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.

Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Car recommended . 

Service Areas :
Community Outreach ,  Housing ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Homelessness ,  Ex-Offender Reentry . 

Skills :
Computers/Technology ,  Communications ,  Leadership ,  Community Organization ,  Team Work ,  Social Services ,  Non-Profit Management ,  Conflict Resolution ,  Business/Entrepreneur ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing ,  Recruitment ,  Public Speaking . 

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Program: Oregon Re-entry Coalition Coordinator VISTA

Program Start/End Date: 05/04/2026 -   05/03/2027

Work Schedule: Full Time

Education level: Some college

Age Requirement: Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None

Accepting Applications

From  02/24/2026  To  03/20/2026 

Contact: 

Caroline Tydings

800 NE Oregon Street

Portland   OR   97232

503-432-7574

Caroline.d.tydings@oha.oregon.gov

healthoregon.org/vista

Listing ID: 128660