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Life Skills MENTORS Needed!!Make a difference today in the Life of a Youth

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ORGANIZATION: JOSEPH GABRIEL FOUNDATION

  • 12 people are interested
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JGF is seeking In person Volunteer Mentors for our School Year Mentoring Program.JGF offers practical skills and mentorships to young who are at risk. Mentees will participate in various virtual experiences including one-on-one conversations with experienced mentors and learn how to handle life challenges and conflicts providing career exploration,life skills, social emotional support and empowerment.

JGF Mentoring Program is designed to assist young people and their families who have been negatively impacted by gang violence and mental health challenges, particularly those who come from historically marginalized and underserved communities.
JGF Advocates prevent and intervene with at-risk youth who are most in need of support.The objective is to connect at-risk youth individuals and their caregivers with resources, mentoring, mental health training/services, and screening during the Spring and Summer months at areas where youth gather (beach, parks, music festivals, family BBQs, and local events.)
The JGF outreach team responds to shootings, sexual assaults, domestic violence, mental health crises, and other youth-related violent incidents to help detect conflicts and resolve them peacefully before they lead to additional violence by connecting them to support...

To learn more and to become a Vounteer Advocate Mentor email us!

We are looking for Retired Police Officers,social workers,teachers,teens,young adults who are successful in college

PRIORITY:At Risk Youth experienced Virtaul Mentors Needed (Gang,Substance Abuse,Incarerceration and Juvenile Deliquents.

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About JOSEPH GABRIEL FOUNDATION

Location:

CENTRAL PARK AVE, Yonkers, NY 10710, US

Mission Statement

Help at-risk youth overcome trauma and build a brighter future. We provide education, mentorship, counseling, and life skills training. Empower these young individuals and connect them back into the community. Let's give them the resources they need to thrive.

Description

The JGF Foundation was created by two sisters who shared a deep respect for their father, Joseph Gabriel. He understood the importance of education and believed that it could be the key to combating the problems that plague low-income communities - racism, poverty, and illiteracy. Today, the JGF Foundation continues to honor his legacy by providing programs, training opportunities, and community initiatives that empower individuals to overcome these challenges. Join us in our mission to make a difference - let's build a better future for all.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
Crisis Support
Children & Youth, Community, Crisis Support

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

1500 Central Park AvenueYonkers, NY 10710

(40.951286,-73.844574)
 

SKILLS

  • Tutoring
  • Mentoring
  • Youth Services
  • Family Therapy
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Adult Education

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 17
  • Orientation or Training
  • Weekends Saturday Mornings/Afternoon Flexible Will work with your schedule
  • Seeking Mentor/Advocates who have experienced working with At Risk Youth from disadvantage communities. Bilingual a plus but not necessary: English Spanish/French.Retired or Individuals who have experience with Criminal Justice,Social,ACS System.Teen

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