Red Deer Youth Diversion Society

Youth Justice Committee Volunteer Application

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Please describe any education, training, workshops, or self-study you have completed related to trauma-informed care, youth development, restorative justice, mental health, conflict resolution, mediation, or related fields.

Please describe any previous experience you have working with youth (under age 25), especially those who may have experienced trauma, justice involvement, or significant adversity. Indicate approximate dates, context, and what your role entailed.

In your own words - what does "trauma-informed care" mean? Why is it important in working with youth in a justice/diversion context?

Describe a time when you worked (volunteer or paid) with a young person who experienced trauma, crisis, or challenging behaviour: what did you do, and what was the outcome (or what did you learn)?

What does "restorative justice" mean to you? Why do you think it matters for youth who have harmed others or are going through diversion?

How would you contribute to a restorative/diversion process to help youth take responsibility, make amends, and grow - while ensuring safety and respect for all involved?

What do you see as the biggest challenges in working with trauma-affected or justice-involved youth? How would you address them?

Volunteers may sometimes hear or see stories or behaviours that are difficult - what strategies do you use for self-care, boundaries, and maintaining resilience when working in emotionally demanding environments?

Important Notice: It is a requirement of Provincial legislation and the RDYDS Policy that all candidates complete and submit a Criminal Record Check and a Child Intervention Check. A volunteer letter will be emailed to you upon receipt of this application.

Background check clearances

No, I do not foresee any issues

Yes, I may have concerns

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Red Deer Youth Diversion Society

Youth Justice Committee Volunteer Application

First name

Last name

Email address

Phone number

Address

Country/Region

Address

City

Zip / Postal code

Occupation

Employer

Education

Languages spoken

In your own words - what does "trauma-informed care" mean? Why is it important in working with youth in a justice/diversion context?

Describe a time when you worked (volunteer or paid) with a young person who experienced trauma, crisis, or challenging behaviour: what did you do, and what was the outcome (or what did you learn)?

What does "restorative justice" mean to you? Why do you think it matters for youth who have harmed others or are going through diversion?

How would you contribute to a restorative/diversion process to help youth take responsibility, make amends, and grow - while ensuring safety and respect for all involved?

What do you see as the biggest challenges in working with trauma-affected or justice-involved youth? How would you address them?

Background check clearances

No, I do not foresee any issues

Yes, I may have concerns

Resume

Upload your file

Choose a file or drag and drop one here.