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3 people are interested
Instructor in Ethics
ORGANIZATION: Rising Hope, Inc.
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3 people are interested
Rising Hope Inc provides post secondary eduction to men in prison preparing them for work in ministry and human services. Each course meets weekly for 15 weeks. Our students are well motivated, eager to learn. The program consists of 2 semesters of classes, 5 nights per week, and a summer writing class.
Our volunteer teachers complete applications which are reviewed by the Department of Corrections in Albany. The orientation process can take two or three months so although the second semester does not begin until the end of January, it is imperative to let us know of your interest without delay.
Our volunteers must be at least 21years of age and have a Master's degree.
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About Rising Hope, Inc.
Location:
230 King's Mall #124, Kingston, NY 12401, US
Mission Statement
The Post-Secondary Education Program in Ministry and Human Services is a college-level course of study designed to prepare men in prison for ministry and work in the helping professions while in prison and after release. The program is open to prison inmates of all (or no) faith traditions who wish to serve and minister to others' needs.
Description
Currently the Rising Hope program is offered to inmates at Fishkill, Woodbourne and Sing Sing Correctional Facilities. There are two semesters, each consisting of classes held nightly Monday-Friday for 15 weeks. In addition classes may be offered in the summer or between semesters.
Courses vary from time to time but include college writing skills, theology, ethics, counseling, sociology, Old and New Testament studies, church history and homiletics/public speaking. Volunteers need a minimum of Master's degree and must be at least 21 years of age.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Fishkill Correctional Facility18 Strack Dr.Beacon, NY 12508
DATE POSTED
October 13, 2017
SKILLS
- Adult Education
- Teaching / Instruction
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- 2 1/2 hrs of instruction + preparation
- Orientation and background check required by Dept of Corrections