Disability Resource Development VISTA

This position joins Oregon Health Authority’s statewide Ameri Corps VISTA team. 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). 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.

The Arc of Benton County is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing access and inclusion for people with developmental disabilities. The organization works to reduce barriers to health, economic stability, and community participation by strengthening systems of support and partnering with local service providers, public health agencies, and community organizations. Through this Ameri Corps VISTA position, the member will help build sustainable infrastructure that improves access to health‑promoting resources and supports for economically disadvantaged individuals with developmental disabilities.

• Conduct a community and organizational assessment to identify gaps and barriers to accessing health‑promoting resources.
• Develop and strengthen cross‑sector partnerships.
• Develop outreach tools and plain‑language materials to improve awareness of available supports.
• Develop basic performance‑tracking and documentation tools to support sustainability.
• Organize and document project resources to support knowledge transfer. Ameri Corps VISTA members serve through indirect service and capacity building. This position focuses on systems development rather than direct service delivery.
• Desired skills include strong communication, organization, writing, and collaboration skills. Experience or interest in health, disability inclusion, or community systems is preferred.

• Training
• Childcare assistance (if eligible)
• Rental and grocery support
• Choice of education award or end‑of‑service stipend
• Health coverage*
• Relocation allowance
• Stipend

For details about Ameri Corps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit

Permits attendance at school during off hours, car recommended, permits working at another job during off hours.

Health.

• Writing/Editing
• Community organization
• Computers/Technology
• Team work
• Public health
• Social services
• Communications

Program Type: Ameri Corps VISTA
Program: Disability Resource Development VISTA
Program Start/End Date: 05/04/2026 - 05/03/2027
Work Schedule: Full Time
Education Level: College graduate
Age Requirement: Minimum: 21, Maximum:
None
Program Locations: OREGON
Languages: English
Accepting Applications: From 02/17/2026 to 03/13/2026

Caroline Tydings
800 NE Oregon St.
Portland, OR 97232

Caroline.d.tydingsgon.gov