Youth Justice Committee Volunteer
(BGC Durham)
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Position ID: V-OSH0344
Last Modified: 22 May 2024
Last Full Update: 22 May 2024
Opportunity Details: Youth Justice Committee Volunteer
| Contact | Victoria Melo, ENHANCED EXTRAJUDICIAL SANCTIONS COORDINATOR, BGC Durham(formerly Boys and Girls Club of Durham); Phone: 289-404-3259; Email: vmelo@bgcdurham.com |
| Duties | The Youth Justice Committee is a youth diversion program established under the Youth Criminal Justice Act as an alternative to the formal court system to handle low-risk offenses committed by young persons between their 12th and 18th birthdays in the Durham Region. A youth and their parent(s) or guardian will meet with a committee of community volunteers and the victim. Together they will negotiate meaningful ways or “sanctions” for the youth to repair the harm caused. Must be at least 21 years of age. |
| Clients | Youth in the Durham Region between their 12th and 18th birthdays. |
| Ages | 21 year(s) and up |
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Men ; Women ; Individuals |
| Areas of Interest | Advocacy ; Youth Services |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Counseling & Support ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor |
| Commitment Length | Long Term (Minimum of 6 months) ; Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Must commit to one evening a month for Approximately 3-4 hours. Meetings run Monday-Thursday evenings. Additional trainings and meetings as required. |
| Interaction Level | Small Group |
| Minimum Hours | 3 / Month |
| Dates and Times | Monday: Evening Tuesday: Evening Wednesday: Evening Thursday: Evening Must commit to one evening a month for Approximately 3-4 hours. Meetings run Monday-Thursday evenings. Additional trainings and meetings as required. |
| Seasons | Year Round |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door |
| Location | BGC Durham's Eastview unit- located on 433 Eulalie Ave., Oshawa |
| Number of Positions | Durham Region 10 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training is required ; Scheduled training |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Police Check | Required |
| Start Date | On or after 22 May 2024 |
Agency Details: BGC Durham
| Office Phone | 905-728-5121 |
| Fax | 905-728-5126 |
| info@bgcdurham.com | |
| Website | www.bgcdurham.com |
| Address & Map | |
| Mailing Address | 433 Eulalie Ave Oshawa, ON Canada L1H 2C6 |
