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Find the field-tested resources you need to recruit and train AmeriCorps and VISTA members. This site assists program staff in finding and sharing proven practices for recruiting and developing...
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The America Learns web-based time sheet system is:
Fast - helps you spend more days each month on programming instead of time sheets.
100% electronic - collects data and calculates totals.
Easy -...
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This sample checklist from Catholic Volunteer Network can help AmeriCorps directors evaluate how their members are feeling about their placement sites and their directors or program leaders.
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Sample AmeriCorps member agreement that includes a grievance procedure and position description, from National Council of La Raza.
Dated 2005, please use only for a general idea of what a contract...
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This information from the EnCorps collection of resources discusses methods for evaluating host sites, including getting feedback from members and site supervisors.
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This page from the EnCorps collection of resources addresses host-site visit procedures, including setting expectations, deciding on a focus for the visit, and developing a checklist.
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This information from the EnCorps collection of resources suggests ways that supervisors can successfully manage multiple sites; it includes four audio clips that demonstrate techniques in different...
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This page of the EnCorps collection of resources offers supervisor strategies for performing member reviews and includes forms, tips, and suggested steps.
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This page of the EnCorps collection of resources offers supervisor strategies and tips for tracking member progress.
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This page of the EnCorps collection of resources looks at the importance of establishing expectations and setting member goals.
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This page of the EnCorps collection of resources looks at a number of things successful supervisors do to keep members on track.
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This page of the EnCorps collection of resources reviews several sets of benefits created by effective member-supervisor relationships.
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This page of the EnCorps collection of resources discusses problem-solving techniques for supervisors.
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This information from the EnCorps collection of resources discusses the importance of effective communication in keeping members connected and on track; includes three audio clips from veteran...
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Bring out the best in your members with these coaching resources and insights from the EnCorps collection.
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This information from the EnCorps collection of resources offers resources to create effective member-supervisor relationships, with topics including coaching, communication, and problem solving.
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This tutorial from the EnCorps collection of resources helps supervisors build skills in several key areas.
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This toolkit from the EnCorps collection of resources offers supervisors help with goal setting, communication, coaching, evaluations, and more.
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This is located on the VISTA Campus website. Go to the VISTA Campus, click on Supervisors on the left, then scroll down to "Library" under "Essentials".
If you already have a VISTA Campus account you...
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The roles of a supervisor are varied and include that of communicator, advisor, team builder, planner, manager, partnership builder, and program representative. And acting as a national service...
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When evaluating applicants, having a standardized procedure that is used consistently will increase the efficiency and success of your recruitment efforts. This effective practice shares tips to help...
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A key component of a quality training program is providing the information and skills that members need to perform their service safely and effectively. Training should also focus on the physical,...
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Diversity training is a fundamental part of any AmeriCorps or VISTA development program. As many organizations recruit volunteers from throughout the country, the mix of service members and...
