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
E-Mail info@bgcdurham.com
Website www.bgcdurham.com
Address & Map
433 Eulalie Ave
Oshawa, ON
Canada L1H 2C6
 
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Mailing Address 433 Eulalie Ave 
Oshawa, ON 
Canada L1H 2C6

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