Utah Healthcare Corps
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Since 1995, the Utah Health care Corps has increased access to primary health care services for all Utahns.
AmeriCorps has 200,000 members and volunteers in organizations dedicated to strengthening their community. They invest more than $960 million to address the nation’s most pressing challenges.
AmeriCorps is the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. AmeriCorps provides opportunities for Americans of all backgrounds to serve their country, address the nation’s most pressing challenges, and improve lives and communities. For more information, visit www.NationalService.gov.
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MSW Intern
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Your Role
Master of Social Work (MSW) Interns collaborate with health center behavioral health staff to provide passionate, mission-driven patient care under the supervision of licensed professionals, all while accruing MSW Practicum hours and valuable work experience.
Your Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments
- Provide case management services
- Offer traditional therapy services
- Track screening and referral data
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-level patient services
- Other duties assigned by the clinic or supervisors that fall within the scope of the AmeriCorps terms and conditions
Benefits
- Living stipend
- MSW Practicum credit
- Education award, upon completion of term of service
- Professional development and networking opportunities
Minimum Member Eligibility
- At least 18 years of age at the start of service
- Actively enrolled in an MSW graduate program
- Pass necessary background checks
- Legal Permanent Resident or citizen of the U.S.
- Availability complete 450 hours (11-12 hours/week) over nine months (39 weeks)
Community Health Worker
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Your Role
Community Health Workers (CHWs) use their life experiences and knowledge of their communities to increase health care access and build capacity through resource connections, health education, and health system navigation[i].
[i] https://nachw.org/policies/the-six-pillars-of-community-health-workers/
Your Responsibilities
- Screen for barriers and provide resource referrals
- Provide health education to expand patient capacity
- Collaborate with clients to create targeted SMART goals related to care plans and personal health goals
- Track screening and referral data
- Other duties assigned by the clinic or supervisors that fall within the scope of the AmeriCorps terms and conditions
Benefits
- Living stipend
- Education award, upon completion of the term of service
- Professional development and networking opportunities
- Possibility of counting eligible classes towards the required hours and counting term of service towards capstone projects or field studies
Minimum Member Eligibility
- At least 18 years of age at start of service
- High school diploma or GED
- Pass necessary background checks
- Legal Permanent Resident or citizen of the U.S.
- Availability to complete 900 hours (23-25 hours/week) over nine months (39 weeks)
Benefits of Becoming a Host Site
- UHC AmeriCorps provides AmeriCorps member(s) to serve at your organization to support your organization’s community health and well-being goals.
- Low cost! Utilizing an AmeriCorps member through UHC costs less than hiring an employee.
- No HR hassle! UHC AmeriCorps administers the program, including paying for member background checks, administering member payroll, and eligibility-based benefits., and disciplinary action as needed.
- Continued support from UHC Americorps, including orientation, training, technical support, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Host Site Obligations
- A member placement fee of $3,000 (member) or $6,000 (affiliate/CBO) per MSW Intern or $12,000 per CHW. This fee includes a 25% non-refundable deposit, due upon signing the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
- Host sites must supply their member(s) with an adequate workspace and necessary supplies
- Provide travel reimbursement for any role-specific travel
- Provide members with role-specific orientation and a site supervisor. For MSW Interns, site supervisors must be LSCW/LCMHC/LMFT with +2 years of experience
Host Site Application
Member Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need training to serve with Utah Healthcare Corps? What training will I receive as a Utah Healthcare Corps AmeriCorps member?
No prior training is required to serve with the Utah Healthcare Corps! In addition to UHC Healthcare Corps orientation and site-specific orientation at the beginning of your term, UHC hosts monthly continuing education sessions.
How long will I serve?
MSW Interns: To complete 450 hours in nine months (39 weeks), MSW Interns will serve between 11 and 12 hours a week
CHWs: To complete 900 hours in nine months (39 weeks), CHWs will serve between 23 and 24 hours a week
How many hours do UHC AmeriCorps members serve each week?
Members should expect to serve 36 hours per week but may serve more if approved by their site supervisor.
What are some opportunities after my service year?
After completing your service, you will join a distinguished network of over 1.25 million AmeriCorps alumni with access to a network of over 800 Employers of National Service. Your experience as a member sets you apart as a leader and puts you in a unique position to inspire others and make positive changes in your community.
For more information about the alumni networks, please visit the following links:
https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/alumni
https://userve.utah.gov/americorps-alumni-network-Utah/
When and how do I receive my living stipend?
Members receive their living stipend via direct deposit on the 7th and 23rd of each month.
When do I receive the AmeriCorps education award?
Members can request their education award once they have completed their term of service. Members can use their education award to pay educational expenses or repay qualified student loans. To learn more about the AmeriCorps education award, click here.
Are AmeriCorps members able to take vacations during their term of service?
Absolutely! Members may request time off from their service for vacations, illness, and other personal or professional obligations.
Can AmeriCorps members take college classes during their term of service?
Yes! Eligible classes can even count toward member development hours, which can account for up to 20% of the required hours.
The Association for Utah Community Health (AUCH) reaffirms its commitment to equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or status as a protected veteran. AUCH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact AUCH.
