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Community Court AmeriCorps VISTA

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ORGANIZATION: Serve Jersey City

  • 10 people are interested

Jersey City Community Solutions (JCCS) is committed to promoting restorative justice and community engagement. The Community Court program is designed to address non-violent, low-level offenses through innovative and compassionate approaches. The VISTA member will strengthen community partnerships with organizations that work to increase opportunities for those impacted by historic marginalization and impoverishment while also growing stakeholder involvement. This pivotal role will support the JCCS program and work closely with court staff, community organizations, and local agencies to facilitate a restorative justice process that empowers individuals to address the root causes of their actions and make amends to the community.

VISTA Responsibilities

The VISTA member will:

· Increase community awareness and engagement of community court and court navigation outreach services.

· Develop a recruitment and training plan to increase the number of new stakeholders in order to support long-term sustainability and community involvement in the program.

· Coordinate and attend community informational meetings geared toward creating solutions to repair harm caused by crime and conflict.

· Connect with community partners that focus on offering increased access to employment and vocational training opportunities.

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About Serve Jersey City

Location:

280 Grove Street, City Hall, Jersey City, NJ 07302, US

Mission Statement

Serve Jersey City aims to increase volunteering opportunities by collaborating with individuals, non-profit organizations, and corporate businesses to participate in meaningful community engagement that helps address Jersey City’s priority concerns through data-driven initiatives.

Description

The Office of Community Engagement and Volunteerism (OCEV) in Jersey City is dedicated to fostering civic engagement, empowering residents, and strengthening community bonds through service and collaboration. We connect volunteers with meaningful opportunities to support local initiatives, nonprofits, and city programs that make a lasting impact. Our office serves as a bridge between residents, businesses, and organizations, working to create an inclusive and engaged community where everyone has the opportunity to contribute. Whether through citywide volunteer projects, neighborhood cleanups, mentorship programs, or emergency response efforts, we strive to inspire active participation and collective action for the betterment of Jersey City.

We are also a proud grantee of AmeriCorps! The City receives funding to operate our VISTA program and lead anti-poverty initiatives in various City departments and agencies.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Community
Justice & Legal
Advocacy & Human Rights, Community, Justice & Legal

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

365 Summit AvenueJersey City, NJ 07306

(40.72849,-74.06327)
 

SKILLS

  • Advocacy
  • Data Entry
  • Community Outreach
  • Resource Development / Management
  • Organization
  • Problem Solving

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • The full-time position is 40 hours a week
  • Must have U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.

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