Communications VISTA - South Carolina

Overview

South Carolina First Steps is the state’s early childhood agency and nonprofit network supporting children’s school readiness in partnership with families, caregivers, and communities. South Carolina First Steps is an established VISTA site with opportunities for VISTAs to experience training and professional development, networking, and personal growth. South Carolina First Steps is currently seeking a Communications VISTA to use their talents to increase the capacity of the state’s early childhood system and its network of 46 county‑level nonprofits, known as Local Partnerships, to serve children ages 0-5 and their families.

• Build capacity by developing and implementing high-quality communications strategies that increase the network’s capacity to serve low-income families.
• Create and maintain a bank of client testimonials and media assets.
• Produce client stories.
• Develop and implement a system for strategic and sustainable nonprofit storytelling to expand reach and impact by increasing public awareness, engagement, and support of the organization.

• Training
• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Health Coverage*
• Living Allowance
• Relocation Allowance
• Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend

• Car recommended
• Permits working at another job during off hours
• Permits attendance at school during off hours

• Children/Youth
• Community Outreach
• Education

• Communications
• Writing/Editing
• Computers/Technology
• Team Work

Program Type:
Ameri Corps VISTA
Program:
Communications VISTA – South Carolina First Steps
Program Start/End Date: 04/06/2026 – 04/05/2027

Work Schedule:

Full Time
Education Level: Some college
Age Requirement:
Minimum 18
Program Locations:
South Carolina

Languages:

English

Betty Gardiner
636 Rosewood Dr.
Columbia SC 29201

bgardiner
scfirststeps.org/americorps