Legacy Corps for Veterans and Military Families - Miami

Legacy Corps for Veterans and Military Families – Miami Join Legacy Corps for Veterans and Military Families (LCVMF), and be a lifeline for veteran and military family care partners at Easterseals South Florida in Miami, Florida. LCVMF is a National Direct AmeriCorps program, wherein AmeriCorps volunteers provide Caregiver Support Services. Volunteers serve a range of community‑based support services targeted to veterans and military families of all ages. Services are designed to decrease caregiver/buffer burden and stress and empower both the caregiver and care recipient through education and community resources to maintain and improve their quality of life. Responsibilities Provide a minimum of 450 hours of combined service and training during the contracted period, averaging 8–12 hours per week. Conduct in‑home respite care with 1–2 families each week to enable caregivers to attend to essential family or personal needs. Disseminate information to caregivers and/or care recipients on medical conditions, coping strategies, social services, support venues, and other resources. Create and support peer‑to‑peer networks and transitional services. Assist with transportation, childcare respite, and volunteer generation through community outreach, as directed by the sub‑recipient agency. Participate in pre‑service training and ongoing professional development, totaling up to 90 hours throughout the service year. Program Benefits Training and professional development opportunities. Living allowance. Education award upon successful completion of service. Terms & Conditions Permits working at another job during off hours. Car recommended. Permits attendance at school during off hours. Service Areas Health Community Outreach Veterans Elder Care Program Duration Start: 09/01/2026 – End: 08/31/2027 Schedule & Eligibility Work schedule: Part time Education requirement: Less than high school Age requirement: Minimum 17 – Maximum 99 Locations FLORIDA – Miami / Ft. Lauderdale Application Period From 05/12/2026 to 07/31/2027 #J-18808-Ljbffr AmeriCorps & Senior Corps