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4 l7 <br /> . .;.�111 <br /> r ri e e s urnan er ces, Iiutnsfitute ri dren's Seivices '(`onneil <br /> strives to be, a young person soon or later returns to his home community. " St. Peter's Boy's Development <br /> and Training Program assists in diverting the boys' lives away from crime in their communities . It is a <br /> community program that develops community attachments for the youth while addressing the needs that <br /> placed the child at risk in the first place . According to DJJ Secretary, Bill Bankhead , " . . . outreach must be <br /> done in the neighborhoods where juvenile crime is high . " Governor Bush said of the successful outreaches, <br /> " . . . they focus on preserving the unity and integrity of the family and emphasizing parental responsibility in <br /> dealing with troubled youth . " (www. djj .state ,fl . us/features/runaways . htrnl . ) Delinquency prevention is <br /> paramount to DJJ's plan , which includes three elements : targeting the most at risk, cooperation between <br /> community- based programs working with the government to approach families , and accountability through <br /> data collection and measurement of program success. The Boys Institute does all three and goes beyond <br /> in preventing or reversing the pafterns and risk factors associated with delinquency. <br /> 4. List staffing needed for your program, including required experience and estimated <br /> hours per week in program for each staff member and/or volunteers (This section <br /> should conform with the information in the Position Listing on the Budget Narrative <br /> Worksheet). <br /> 1 — Program Director (PT, BA degree preferred , 2 yrs.' experience working with at risk kids. ) Oversees the <br /> operation of the program, including data collection , quarterly reporting and financial management of the <br /> <` program . Will supervise and oversee all staff. <br /> 1 — Program Operations Manager (PT. Minimum HS diploma/equivalency, training in child development, <br /> at least 2 years of experience in working with at risk children . ) Responsible for overall operation of program . <br /> r Will assist institute trainers in development of appropriate materials addressing the needs of the enrollees, <br /> ensuring a safe, nurturing environment conducive to learning . Will assist with discipline of enrollees, drills , <br /> activities and planning of activities . Also work with institute staff, mentors and volunteers. <br /> 2 — Institute Trainers/Teachers (Part time. Must have experience in working with at risk children . ) Will <br /> provide appropriate materials addressing social and educational needs of enrollees . Will also preside <br /> * ° overall educational and recreational activities during program hours including computer instruction and <br /> reading clinic; will conduct parent meetings and assure that the data is collected in a timely manner. <br /> 1 — Institute Prevention Coordinator (BA degree in related field and/or 2 years of experience in social <br /> setting working with youth . Knowledge of children and teaching basic skills. ) Recruitment and new referrals- <br /> handle data, planning , parent training , discipline, counseling and assist with data collection from schools <br /> including school visits — on-site monitoring and coordination with teachers . <br /> 1 — Mental Health PsychologistlBehavior Analyst (BA degree required in mental health field ; minimum 2 <br /> years of experience working with mental health issues of at risk children . ) Responsible for assessment and <br /> counseling of enrollees with mental health issues; data collection from mental health workers at school , <br /> mental health centers, etc. <br /> 5. How will the target population be made aware of the program ? <br /> The program continues to provide awareness through word-of-mouth , local churches, parents of enrolled <br /> boys and through our collaboration with our partnering agencies . <br /> 6. How will the program be accessible to target population (i. e. location, transportation, <br /> hours of operation) ? <br /> The St, Peter's Boys Development and Training Institute is located in the heart of 90% of the targeted <br /> population . The address is St. Peter's Missionary Baptist Church , 4250 38' Avenue , Vero Beach , FL . <br /> Transportation is provided by the parents . The program is open from Friday, 4: 30 pm to Saturday, 5 : 00 pm. <br /> 7 <br />