Diversion Boards and Restorative Panels
Volunteers on Youth Services Diversion Boards and Restorative Panels have strong communication skills and a commitment to a restorative justice philosophy. Training is provided and volunteers commit to two and a half hours of service a month at a preschedule time during the day or evening, in Brattleboro or Bellows Falls, VT. Learn more and contact the Director of Restorative Justice at (802) 257-0361 or email the Volunteer Coordinator at info@youthservicesinc.org
Circles of Support and Accountability (COSA)
Circles of Support and Accountability (COSA) gather three to four volunteers around a person recently released from prison (the “core member”) to support them in the challenging transition back to the community after incarceration. Training is provided and the commitment is 1 hours per week for at least one year. If you would like more information about volunteering on a COSA, please contact Reentry Coordinator Marie-Pierre Py at marie@brattleborocjc.org
Host Home Shelter Parents
Youth Services is looking for adults willing to house adolescents from one night to two weeks. Youth Services assists host home parents by providing a stipend and 24-hour support from on-call staff. Additionally, staff screen eligible youth, provide transportation, obtain guardian permission, and ensure that youth are engaged in daytime activities such as school, employment, or community service. If you are interested, contact Youth Services’ Host Home Coordinator info@youthservicesinc.org or call 802-257-0361 and leave a message.
Demo-graphix Mentors
Youth Services is seeking working professionals with a variety of fields that employ art and business practices to volunteer as mentors. You will be working one-on-one with young people ages 14-24. Contact the coordinator at (802) 258-7236 or email Michaela.Stockwell@youthservicesinc.org.
Events and Fundraising Committees
Youth Services is seeking committee members to serve on its Public Relations & Marketing, Development & Planned Giving committees, which typically meet once a month in Brattleboro. We also welcome individuals who enjoy fundraising events to assist with BrattRock Festival; Cornstock, a Cornhole Tournament; BRATTROCK (youth music ); and the Annual Golf Tournament and Helicopter Golf Ball Drop. These committees start meeting early in the year and have several meetings a month just prior to the event. Learn more by contacting Youth Services’ Director of Development at (802) 257-0361 or email info@youthservicesinc.org.
Office Volunteers
Periodically volunteers are needed to help with mailings, answering the phones as well as taking on special projects. If you have a particular skill you’d like to offer let us know! Contact Youth Services’ Office Manager at (802) 257-0361 or email info@youthservicesinc.org.
Internships
Youth Services is currently not accepting inquiries from prospective interns.