AmeriCorps VISTA – Volunteer & Resource Development Coordinator
Location: Manitowoc, WI
Organization: The Crossing Medical Clinic in partnership with the Wisconsin Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (WAFCC)
Help Build Stronger Communities Through Sustainable Healthcare
Are you passionate about nonprofit leadership, public health, volunteer engagement, or community development? Looking for meaningful, hands-on experience that prepares you for a career in healthcare administration, nonprofit management, public health, or social impact?
Join AmeriCorps VISTA at The Crossing Medical Clinic and play a key role in strengthening the systems that help provide free and low-cost healthcare to uninsured and underserved individuals in Manitowoc County.
As the Volunteer & Resource Development Coordinator, you’ll work behind the scenes to create lasting improvements that expand volunteer engagement, strengthen community partnerships, and improve the clinic’s ability to serve patients for years to come.
About The Crossing Medical Clinic
The Crossing Medical Clinic is committed to ensuring everyone has access to quality healthcare, regardless of their ability to pay. Through the dedication of volunteers, community partners, and donors, the clinic provides compassionate care while addressing barriers that prevent individuals from receiving the healthcare they need.
As an AmeriCorps VISTA member, you’ll help create sustainable systems that increase the clinic’s capacity to serve more patients and strengthen its long-term impact.
What You’ll Do
Build a Sustainable Volunteer Program
- Design and improve volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and training systems.
- Develop volunteer handbooks, role descriptions, and orientation materials.
- Create volunteer scheduling, communication, and recognition processes.
- Build tracking systems to monitor volunteer engagement, hours, and retention.
- Strengthen partnerships with local colleges, businesses, and community organizations to expand volunteer opportunities.
Improve Clinic Operations
- Evaluate clinic workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
- Develop standardized policies, procedures, and resource guides.
- Create organizational tools, templates, and process documentation.
- Improve inventory management and supply tracking systems.
- Develop training materials that support long-term organizational sustainability.
Strengthen Resource & Data Management
- Develop systems for tracking donated supplies and in-kind contributions.
- Improve data collection, reporting, and record management processes.
- Create dashboards and tracking tools that support informed decision-making.
- Assist with long-term planning by organizing operational and resource data.
Expand Community Engagement
- Create communication materials that highlight volunteer opportunities and clinic resource needs.
- Support outreach efforts that strengthen partnerships with local organizations and businesses.
- Develop sustainable strategies to increase community awareness and engagement.
- Assist in creating systems that support future fundraising and donor stewardship efforts.
What You’ll Gain
This service opportunity provides valuable professional experience in:
- Nonprofit leadership
- Healthcare administration
- Public health
- Volunteer management
- Community engagement
- Project management
- Operations improvement
- Strategic planning
- Data management and reporting
- Communications and outreach
- Organizational development
- Partnership building
Whether you’re planning to pursue graduate school, medical school, public health, nonprofit leadership, or a career in healthcare administration, you’ll leave with a portfolio of impactful projects and leadership experience that employers and graduate programs value.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking motivated individuals who are:
- Passionate about making a difference in their community
- Interested in healthcare, nonprofit organizations, or public service
- Organized, creative, and detail-oriented
- Strong communicators who enjoy collaborating with others
- Self-starters who can manage projects independently
- Eager to develop leadership and professional skills
No prior healthcare experience is required. We welcome applicants from all academic backgrounds who are excited to learn and serve.
AmeriCorps Benefits
As an AmeriCorps VISTA member, you’ll receive:
- Bi-weekly living allowance
- End-of-Service Award or post-service stipend upon successful completion
- Healthcare benefit options
- Relocation assistance (if eligible)
- Professional development and leadership training
- Networking opportunities with nonprofit and healthcare professionals
- Non-Competitive Eligibility (NCE) for federal employment
- Real-world experience leading projects that create lasting community impact
Why Serve with The Crossing Medical Clinic?
Your service will create lasting improvements that continue well beyond your VISTA year. By building sustainable volunteer systems, strengthening community partnerships, and improving organizational processes, you’ll help ensure more individuals and families have access to quality healthcare when they need it most.
If you’re looking for a meaningful service opportunity where your work creates lasting change, apply today and help strengthen healthcare access in Manitowoc County!