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10 people are interested
Mentoring Recently Released Offenders
ORGANIZATION: Free2Succeed
Please visit the new page to apply.
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10 people are interested
Welcome to Free2Succeed where you will be a guiding light for a returning neighbor. Free2Succeed Community Mentoring is a community program sponsored by the Idaho Department of Correction with the goal to reduce recidivism in Idaho. Mentors are paired with a mentee coming out of the prison to be that peer that they need so they can start strong once released.
Unfortunately, many men and women coming out of prison don't have a strong support network when they get into society. With the lack of support it's highly likely they will go back to prison because it's very overwhelming to survive. Imagine going to a completely new country expected to survive on your own. This is what happens everyday in Idaho.
Free2Succeed is a statewide program, and if you're interested in being a mentor you can in your local area.
Let's help our neighbors that are returning by being a mentor to them through helping them with transportation, helping to find a job, or be an ear to hear what they are going through. We all just need someone that cares and will listen. Will you be someone's mentor?
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About Free2Succeed
Location:
10221 W Emerald St, Boise, ID 83704, US
Mission Statement
"Protect the public, our staff and those within our custody and supervision through safety, accountability, partnerships and providing opportunities for offender change."
Description
¨ Protect the public by being a part of the offender’s support system. Successful transition means safer communities.
¨ Protect the public by providing accountability, trust, and a positive relationship.
¨ Protect the public by developing partnerships with IDOC staff, faith-based organizations, and other community support groups.
¨ Protect the public by providing opportunities for the offender to change. Provide comfort and encouragement through difficult and stressful times, ensure the offender attends and completes required programs, seek positive and edifying activities to develop social and problem-solving skills.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
10221 West Emerald StreetBoise, ID 83704
DATE POSTED
January 1, 2018
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- Mentoring is based on your style with your mentee.
- This is a unique opportunity because you will be working with a recently released offender.