What are the responsibilities and job description for the ICHD AmeriCorps Public Health Program position at AmeriCorps?
In 2026, the ICHD AmeriCorps Public Health program is offering member positions within the Ingham County Health Department and with partner organizations in the Capital region to address 4 key areas of public health: fostering public health equity, expanding access to healthcare and social services, improving the built environment (with an emphasis on food and housing security), and developing the public health workforce. The Ingham County Health Department boasts nearly 20 years of institutional experience administering AmeriCorps programs in the region.
Member Duties : Under the direction and supervision of the Policy Analyst and Health Communication Specialist, the Communication and Policy Associate member will focus on researching and identifying public health communication strategies related to access to care and upcoming Medicaid changes, support community engagement activities, and supporting the relationship between public health policy and health communication.
Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service .
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas :
Public Health AmeriCorps .
Public Health AmeriCorps .
Skills :
Communications .
Communications .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
ICHD AmeriCorps Public Health Program
Program Start/End Date
01/26/2026 - 09/30/2026
Work Schedule
Part Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum: 17 Maximum: None
Program Locations
MICHIGAN Detroit/Ann Arbor/Flint
Accepting Applications
From 12/22/2025 To 01/05/2026
Contact
Rahma Rizk
5303 S Cedar St
Lansing MI 48911
5172906459
rrizk@ingham.org
Listing ID
128201