Holy Family Service Corps
Goal of Program
Holy Family Service Corps (HFSC) exists to engage dedicated young people for one or two years in vital service to families and children in need. By fostering growth in faith and living in community we hope to make a difference in our world. HFSC is a ministry of Holy Family Institute in collaboration with the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth.
Type of Placement
We seek one-year and two-year service volunteers. Serve a Nazareth Year in one of our social service programs and receive and education award. The Nazareth Year member serves in refugee care services or social services. Teaching fellows serve in an education setting- either high school setting teaching English, math or science with underserved students or special education setting with students who have social and behavioral support needs, grades 1-12. Teaching Fellows attend classes at Duquesne University or Carlow University to earn a master’s degree in special education, secondary education, MAT, or Theology (Duquesne only); TUITION-FREE. Social Service Fellows serve in our In-home services program with underserved and marginalized families and work toward earning a MSW from Carlow University. Volunteer placements will be made based on individual interest, education, skills, and the organizational needs.
Service Area
Greater Pittsburgh, PA Region
Service Length
The Nazareth year is an 11-month program (mid-August to mid-July); Teaching Fellowship term is a 2 year commitment. Social Service Fellowship term determined by the fellows advanced standing with BSW
Program Size
Teaching Fellowship program: maximum of 4 fellows per year. Social Service Fellows 3 per year. Nazareth Year members: 2 volunteers per year in Pittsburgh.
Requirements
Females or males 21; college degree in area of service or work experience; good mental and physical health; willing to live simply, comfort in Catholic faith-sharing environment; humor & enthusiasm..
Financial Arrangements
Each member is provided community housing, a personal stipend, and a food and activity stipend.
Living Arrangements
Community living with private bedroom, shared common areas, and bathrooms.
Training
One-week orientation and ongoing professional development provided through the ministry service sites. On the job training will be provided.
Application Deadline
June 15th with some flexibility. Earlier is preferable.
Start Date
Early to mid August.
Contact:
Lynn Guerra
Address
8235 Ohio River Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
Phone: 412-766-9020 x1304
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Lynn Guerra
8235 Ohio River Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
Phone: 412 766-4030
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Affiliation
Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth
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