The success of our organization relies on the support of the community and its members. If you are interested in volunteering with RNJ Youth Services, please contact our Executive Director, Sue Poldervaart at our Brockville office at 613.342.4238 or by e-mail at sue@rnjyouth.com
Click HERE to access our volunteer application. Application forms can be dropped
off in person at either of our office locations, as well as by mail,
e-mail, or fax (See the "Contact Us" page for more information).
HOW CAN I HELP?
Rebound Program
Rebound is
an eight week program dedicated to supporting at-risk youth in
developing essential life skills that will promote a positive response
to self, others and the community. Volunteers are required to assist in
the implementation of this program by working together with young people
in group activities and discussions.
Rebound Choices Program
Rebound Choices is
a 10 week program which targets youth between the ages of 12 and 17 help them make informed decisions regarding substance use and positive life choices. Volunteers are required to assist in
the implementation of this program by working together with young people
in group activities and discussions.
Board of Directors
If
you have an interest in youth issues and can commit to one meeting per
month, please consider joining our Board of Directors.Board Members
work together on policy development, long term planning, community
relations and advocacy, and oversee the operations of the
agency.Meetings are held in Smiths Falls and Brockville.Qualified
Board candidates must live or work in Lanark, Leeds or Grenville
Counties and must be at least 19 years of age.
Youth Justice Committee (Brockville Office)
The Youth Justice Committee requires volunteers to be trained to facilitate and participate in group forums that bring together young people alleged to have committed low-risk offences with victims, parents, and community representatives to negotiate an appropriate way for the young people to make amends for their actions.