Youth Justice Committee (Simcoe County)
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Opportunity Description
The Youth Justice Committee (YJC) bring together youth 12-17 who have been involved in the Criminal Justice System, their parent(s) or guardians, and trained members of the community. Together, the youth plan and agree to make amends for their actions. This program offers youth alternative measures to the Criminal Justice System for youth in; Barrie, Orillia, Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Stayner, Bradford, and Innisfil.
In this volunteer role:
- You would attend YJC meetings to determine appropriate and meaningful ways for the youth to make amends for their actions.
- Ensure that the youth is aware of the purpose of the meeting and willing to discuss the matter.
- Explore the perspectives of all parties in each situation.
- Present and agree upon appropriate and meaningful sanctions for youth to complete in order to be successful in the program.
- Respect the confidentiality of the youth and other YJC members throughout the process.
In order to begin the volunteer application process, applicants must submit a current resume to the Volunteer Coordinator, a volunteer application, two personal references, attend an in-person interview with the Volunteer Coordinator, and submit a recent Vulnerable Sector Check.
Connect with the Volunteer Coordinator:
Email: KylieP@elizabethfrysociety.com
Phone: 705-794-4002
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Requirements
- Police Record Check Required
- Training or Orientation Required
- Must be at least 18 years old
About the Organization
Elizabeth Fry Society Simcoe Muskoka
Social & Community Services
Elizabeth Fry Society Simcoe Muskoka serves youth and adults accessing services and supports in Simcoe County and Muskoka who are at risk of or experiencing criminalization and homelessness, with expertise in service delivery for women and gender diverse individuals.
Youth Justice Committee Volunteers are community-minded people who have a desire to help criminalized youth by offering alternative measures to the Criminal Justice System.