AmeriCorps HealthCorps

Become an AmeriCorps Community HealthCorps Member!

Community HealthCorps is a national AmeriCorps program that promotes health care for the underserved while training future healthcare workers. At the Institute for Family Health, Community HealthCorps members engage in a variety of projects that promote access to health care and health information in medically underserved communities.

For a glimpse into what it’s like to be a Healthcorps member at the Institute visit the IFH Community Healthcorps Blog. On the blog you’ll find member profiles, details about our events and service projects, and photos of our members in action!

If you’re interested in applying to our program, please keep in mind the recruitment process begins in the spring. Applications are considered on a rolling basis and candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
The Healthcorps program runs on an academic year schedule from September-August.

Sample Positions

At IFH, the Healthcorps program offers many exciting positions to gain experience in the health field. Our positions vary each year, but in previous years positions have included:

  • Conducting one-on-one and group health education sessions on preventive health topics such as diabetes and prenatal care with patients at our health centers
  • Acting as care manager for Healthcare for the Homeless
  • Working in health outreach for the Bronx Health REACH program
  • Working in our School Based Health Center to provide health services and reproductive health education to high school students
  • Serving as an educator and support person for patients who attend the Institute’s Women’s Health Free Clinic
  • Coordinating a mentor program for underserved youth

Benefits

As a HealthCorps member you are expected to work full time for an eleven month term of service, from September through early August. As a member you are eligible to receive the following benefits:

  • A living stipend of approximately $12,100 to be distributed biweekly over the term of service.
  • An educational award upon completion of service of $5,350
  • Health insurance coverage through Americorps
  • Child care benefits, if eligible
  • Student loan deferment
  • Extensive opportunities for professional development
  • Travel Benefits: A monthly metrocard or comparable mileage reimbursement for members serving in the Mid-Hudson valley

Minimum Requirements

Our program is very competitive and we receive many applications each year. The following are the minimum requirements for consideration:

  • You must be a United States citizen, United States national, or lawful permanent resident
  • You must have a high school diploma or GED or offer a commitment to obtain one during the service year
  • You must be at least 17 years of age
  • You must have a strong commitment to service
  • You must have a respect for and interest in working in medically underserved communities

Ready to apply?

All candidates must apply through the Americorps website. Our specific application can be found here: 2012-2013 IFH Community Health Corps Application. The priority deadline for applications is April 15th!

For more information, contact Nicki Fietzer at nfietzer {at} institute2000.org or 212.633.0800 ext. 1379.