LaVetCorps

LaVetCorps navigators will serve as peer-mentor/counselors on Louisiana college and university campuses to support veteran students and their families as they transition from military to civilian student life. Peer-mentoring activities will include but are not limited to the following: * provide referrals for Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs services * provide referrals to area military service related organizations * provide referrals for community/civic services * provide assistance with campus services/activities * provide a safe and welcoming space for veteran students to promote a sense of community and inclusion on campus * promote suicide prevention among veteran students thru ongoing outreach and community engagement * provide opportunities for veteran students to engage in community service projects that will positively impact the veteran student community * serve as a direct point of contact for faculty/staff with the veteran student community on campus thru outreach and training * promote a military friendly atmosphere on campus by positively engaging the campus and surrounding community in veteran student activities on campus * accepting veterans and spouses of veterans.

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Member Duties : Provide peer mentoring including: referrals for Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs services, referrals to area military service related organizations, referrals for community/civic services, provide assistance with campus services/activities, provide a safe and welcoming space for veteran students to promote a sense of community and inclusion on campus, promote suicide prevention among veteran students thru ongoing outreach and community engagement, provide opportunities for veteran students to engage in community service projects that will positively impact the veteran student community, serve as a direct point of contact for faculty/staff with the veteran student community on campus thru outreach and training, promote a military friendly atmosphere on campus by positively engaging the campus and surrounding community in veteran student activities on campus.

Program Benefits : Stipend , Education award upon successful completion of service .

Terms Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours .

Service Areas Veterans .

Skills Computers/Technology , Communications , Mentoring , Veterans , Conflict Resolution .

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Summary Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National

Program LaVetCorps

Program Start/End Date 08/04/2026 - 05/31/2027

Work Schedule Part Time

Education level Some college

Age Requirement Minimum: 22 Maximum: 70

Program Locations LOUISIANA

Languages English

Accepting Applications From 06/01/2026 To 11/01/2026

Contact Clifton Williams

PO Box 94095

Baton Rouge LA 70804

225-219-5518

[email protected]

www.vetaffairs.la.gov

Listing ID 121573