Careers
Do you want to make a difference in people’s lives and serve those experiencing homelessness in Douglas County? The Lawrence Community Shelter currently seeks qualified applicants to fill the following positions.
- Direct Service Advocate
- AmeriCorps Communication Coordinator VISTA
- AmeriCorps Outreach Coordinator VISTA
Do you want to make a difference in other people’s lives and serve those experiencing homelessness in Douglas County? Do you thrive in a dynamic, evolving, and fast-paced atmosphere?
The Lawrence Community Shelter is now hiring Direct Service Advocates!
The Communications Coordinator VISTA Member will build the capacity of the organization by supporting the community engagement team and evaluating current communication strategies for engagement with donors, volunteers, and community partners. Successful VISTA members will be organized, effective communicators that are able to work both independently and collaboratively. From this experience, members will gain experience in social justice advocacy, the development of marketing materials, networking with a variety of community stakeholders, and knowledge of how poverty impacts communities. For more information, please contact Lacee Roe at LaceeR@LawrenceShelter.Org.
AmeriCorps VISTA is a national program that provides opportunities to dedicate a year of full-time service with an organization to create or expand programs designed to empower individuals and communities in overcoming poverty.
The Outreach Coordinator VISTA Member will build the capacity of the organization by supporting the community engagement team and evaluating current donation-tracking systems and outreach strategies. Successful VISTA members will be organized, effective communicators that are able to work both independently and collaboratively. From this experience, members will gain project management skills and experience in outreach campaigns, networking with a variety of community stakeholders, and knowledge of how poverty impacts communities. For more information, please contact Lacee Roe at LaceeR@LawrenceShelter.Org.
AmeriCorps VISTA is a national program that provides opportunities to dedicate a year of full-time service with an organization to create or expand programs designed to empower individuals and communities in overcoming poverty.