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Criminal Justice,
Victim Services,
Restorative Justice
JUSTICE
SYSTEM VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS
Be a
Positive Role Model for Teens in the Justice System
Many
juveniles who become involved in the justice system have come from
difficult family situations and/or have suffered traumas, and they face
the added challenge of negative peer influences. The B.E.S.T. Mentoring
Program matches adults and juveniles one-on-one in order to provide
youth with enduring links to positive supports in the community.
As a
mentor, you will meet weekly with a teen for several hours. This
volunteer position is a great opportunity to build a meaningful
relationship, help a teen become a successful part of the community,
learn about the justice system and gain experience working with youth.
A
13-hour training will be offered Wednesday, November 12 and Thursday,
November 13 from 6:00-9:30 pm and Saturday, November 15
from 9:00 am-3:00 pm. Volunteers must be at least 21 years old,
possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License and be able to commit to an
average of 3 hours per week for one year. Ideal candidates are capable
of interacting with youth in a
positive, appropriate, supportive and respectful manner.
For
more information, visit
http://www.co.boulder.co.us/cs/cb/mentor.htm, call the Justice
System Volunteer Program at 303-441-3718 or e-mail
jallan@bouldercounty.org
You
can make a difference!
Bi-Lingual Volunteers Can Help Spanish-Speaking Defendants Navigate The
Criminal Justice System
A
wonderful new program, De Puerta a Puerta, has been established to
assist Spanish–speaking defendants better understand our criminal
justice system and their own legal obligations. Volunteers are needed to
assist clients in navigating their way through the system by:
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Explaining basic procedural aspects of the courts
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Assisting in filling out forms and paperwork
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Accompanying defendants after sentencing to set up Justice Center
appointments
By
providing these supports, the program can help an under-served
population better face the challenges of an unfamiliar legal system
while reducing the number of defendants who fail to comply with court
orders.
Volunteers must be bi-lingual in Spanish/English. Some knowledge of the
criminal justice system would be helpful. 2-3 hours per week for a 6-
month commitment. Mondays in Boulder, 10:00-12 noon or Wednesdays in
Longmont, 10:00-12 noon.
Excellent training provided by judicial staff. Contact the JUSTICE
SYSTEM VOLUNTEER PROGRAM at 303-441-3718 or jallan@bouldercounty.org
Share Your Special Talents with Teenagers
in the Juvenile Center!
If you enjoy working with teens and have lots of
energy and creativity, we’d like to invite you to volunteer on our
Special Projects team! We’re looking for people with musical, artistic,
creative writing, theatre and crafts backgrounds, as well as yoga and
tai chi enthusiasts, to share an hour or two with youth detained in the
Boulder County Juvenile Assessment Center.
Educational, recreational and artistic activities
can stimulate, motivate and lead to healthier choices for at-risk youth.
You get to design your special project to fit a 1-2 hour time slot, and
share those talents with boys and girls 14-17 years old. Times available
are M-W-F from 10-12 noon, T/TH 10-12 noon & 1-3pm and any evening 5-7
pm.
APPLICANTS MUST BE AT LEAST 21 YEARS OLD
All volunteers must pass a criminal background check.
For
more information contact the JUSTICE SYSTEM VOLUNTEER PROGRAM,
jallan@bouldercounty.org,
303-441-3718.
Interested in At-Risk Youth and Learning About the Criminal Justice
System?
The Boulder County
Juvenile Center, based at the Justice Center in Boulder, has volunteer
opportunities for people who want to gain hands-on experience in an
innovative criminal justice system.
The Juvenile Center
is looking for volunteers to:
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Supervise youth in their daily
tasks and direct activities
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Conduct assessments that include pre-trial release planning
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Provide courtroom escorts
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Assist in maintaining record
keeping systems
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Interact with outside agencies on
behalf of juveniles and the center
The
Juvenile Center provides booking, assessment, and bonding services as
well as providing temporary, secure lodging for up to 20 youth.
Available 5-hour shifts are M-F, days and evenings. 6-month commitment.
APPLICANTS
MUST BE AT LEAST 21 YEARS OLD
All volunteers
must pass a criminal background check.
For more
information contact the JUSTICE
SYSTEM VOLUNTEER PROGRAM,
jallan@bouldercounty.org, 303-441-3718.
Educational Assistant, JET
Volunteer to teach ESL classes or tutor GED to
Spanish-speaking inmates at the Boulder County Jail. The Jail Education
and Transition Program (JET) provides inmates who will be transitioning
out of jail with basic literacy and educational tools to help them
function more effectively and not re-offend. Volunteers need some
Spanish for the ESL classes.
Classes are Mondays & Tuesdays from 11:30 am-1:30pm
and 1:30-3:30 pm, or Fridays from 1:30-3:30 pm. 2-4 hours per week for 6
months. This is a great opportunity to use your Spanish-speaking skills
while making a significant contribution.
Contact
Justice System Volunteer Program;
jallan@bouldercounty.org
JET
SHERIFF'S
OFFICE VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS
Help Inmates Learn to
Improve Their Lives
You can teach inmates day-to-day living skills to use now and upon
release. You need not be a certified teacher to be a BIG help in this
program at the Jail. Instructors may choose topics that they believe
are appropriate and necessary and within their expertise.
Some topics that have been taught in the past are : Anger Management,
Stress Management, Job Search, Problem Solving, and Substance Abuse.
Share your knowledge, your expertise, and your life skills. Please
contact Sgt. Sue Yankovich at 303-441-4684 or
syankovich@bouldercounty.org
You Can Help Reduce
Crime!
The
Restorative Justice program promotes 2-3 hour "conferences" that deal
with crime by having the victim, the perpetrator and others meet and
decide what to do for restitution.
This program has been shown to reduce repeat offenses. Youth AND adults
are welcome to be part of this dynamic program! After an orientation,
you are asked to be in one conference a month. The conferences are held
throughout Boulder County. You can be a real asset to justice! More
information? Contact Lesly West,
lwest@bouldercounty.org or 303-441-1752
Get Ready for Law
Enforcement!
Career in Cadet Post 500!
Career orientation to law enforcement for young men and women between
the ages of 16 and 21 is the focus of this program. Included in the
introduction to the training are demonstrations by the SWAT and K-9
deputies. Meetings of current Cadets are first and third Tuesdays at 7
pm, and are usually held at the Justice Center. For further
information, call Commander Phillip West, 303-441-3621 or e-mail him at
pwest@bouldercounty.org.
Transition Day Program
- Boulder County Jail
Come to the Jail and help with the Transition Day Program! In this
program, time is set aside each day for inmates to participate in
productive activity - work, education, or treatment - with the goal of
helping them leave the jail better off than when they arrive. The
following opportunity for volunteers to assist in that goal are
currently open. All activities occur during the day, Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday, or Friday, during the times of 8:30-10:30 a.m. or 1:00-3:00
p.m. For more information about any of the volunteer opportunities,
please contact Sgt. Sue Yankovich, Transition Day Supervisor,
303-441-4684 or e-mail him at
syankovich@bouldercounty.org
Tutors
Be
a part of the Transition Day Program at the Jail! Several inmates each
month take and pass the GED (Graduate Equivalency Diploma), thus earning
a high school level education. Tutors can be of great help to inmates
having difficulty in a particular area. Math and literacy are the most
common problem areas. Your tutoring skills will be very helpful to one
or more individuals. Please contact Sgt. Sue Yankovich at
syankovich@bouldercounty.org or 303-441-4684.
To
learn more about other Justice System Volunteer Programs, please visit:
http://www.bouldercounty.org/cs/cb/volunteer/index.htm
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