Camp FactsVictory Junction has enriched the lives of more than 14,000 children and families since opening in 2004 and welcomed children from 50 states and four countries.The cost of sending a child to camp is valued at $2,500, but no child or family incurs that cost thanks to generous donors.Since 2004, 13,224 volunteer positions have been filled. Last year, volunteers sacrificed an estimated 47,156 hours to assist at Victory Junction.Victory Junction serves 24 chronic medical conditions and serious illnesses such as, but not limited to, Autism, Cancer, Craniofacial Anomalies, Diabetes,...
Approaching the centennial of its founding, the Crossnore School gathers strength from its long history of providing residential education for children in need in a setting of care and focused attention.The boarding school program at Crossnore School allows for the time and opportunity, and the embracing community, to create a world of trust.To that end, The Crossnore School continues to have a mission of providing hope and healing in a homelike, residential setting for children from families in crisis. It continues to change the trajectory of lives and families in the mountains of North...
Alexander Youth Network provides quality professional treatment to children with serious emotional and behavioral problems. We deliver an effective and efficient array of services, enabling children and their families to exercise self-determination, achieve their potential, and find long-lasting positive ways to connect with their community.Alexander has combined a variety of treatment programs into a complete Service Array; a series of programs that work together from start to finish. As a child grows and improves, we can offer the stability of customized treatment to keep intact his safety...
(Main office) Memphis, TN
Youth Villages has built a national reputation for offering the most effective programs and services to help emotionally troubled children and their families. A private nonprofit organization, we provide a fully integrated continuum of counseling services and programs designed to help children with emotional and behavioral problems overcome their challenges and live successfully with their families. We believe therapy for children should be provided in the least restrictive setting possible, preferably in their own homes.Intensive In-Home TreatmentOur intensive in-home treatment programs...
Job Title: Youth Counselor/ TeacherLocation: Eckerd CandorState/Province: North CarolinaCity: CandorPosition Type: RegularPosition Status: Full Time (30+ hours)Job Description:Eckerd is seeking live-in Youth Counselors for our Residential Program in Candor, NC.The Youth Counselor is a positive, supportive role model who guides and influences group activities on a consistent basis that enhances the youth's confidence and self-esteem. Youth Counselor/Teachers ensure the progress and welfare of each client and the group through therapeutic and educational programs. Responsible for staff secure...
Founded in 1891, Barium Springs Home for Children (a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization) provided services to approximately 1,927 children in 2010. This is less than the 2,109 children and families served in 2009; not because less children need help but because we didn't have the funding to serve them. With staff increases and campus expansion, Barium Springs' goal is to expand and grow as the needs of NC children increase. By teaching them, keeping them safe, and above all loving them, we show these hurting children there is promise for a bright future.Currently, we serve children and...
Gastonia, Charlotte, or Shelby, NC
Description: Students must be at least juniors or seniors in a Bachelor's program majoring in human services, social work, counseling etc.. Students in graduate counseling programs will be given priority.Job Type(s): InternshipSalary: Not disclosedWork Authorization: (Required) U.S. Citizen or U.S. National Permanent U.S. ResidentGraduate Date Requirements: Must graduate on or before May 2012GPA Requirements: 2.5 or higherMajor Requested: Psychology Social Work Sociology CounselingSignup Info: If you are interested, email your resume to Beth James at bjamesgmmh@gmail.com.
(Headquarters) Boston, MA
The City Year program is accepting applications for Corps Member positions. Below you will find a brief description of what City Year involves. More information can be found at their website - cityyear.org. Please pass along to your students who might be interested.At City Year's 21 locations across the United States, teams of diverse young people called corps members serve full-time in schools for 10 months working to improve student attendance, behavior and course performance in English and math.As tutors, mentors and role models, corps members are uniquely able to help students and schools...
ResponsibilitiesBe able to participate in physical activity for at least 9 hours a day in wooded and hilly terrain. Activities include hiking, swimming, outdoor games, canoeing, and more.Fully participate in and complete the camp training week.Read and learn all of the Christmount and Camp Lakey Gap policies and procedures provided in the Staff Handbook and Personnel Manual.Develop a professional and respectful working relationship with fellow staff members.Fully read and learn all of the information that is provided in your weekly camper(s) forms. Ask questions about the information provided...
About EliadaFounded in 1903, Eliada Homes, Inc. is a non-profit agency serving the children and families of Western North Carolina. With little money, Rev. Dr. Lucius Compton founded Eliada to help "the last, the least, and the lost" among us. Originally a refuge for women and children and later maintained as an orphanage, Eliada's services now include Residential and Day Treatment for high risk children and adolescents; Five Star Child Development Center services; Foster Care and Therapeutic Foster Care; STEP Adolescent Afterschool; Therapeutic Recreation, including TASC equestrian and NYPUM...
VisionThe vision of ABC of NC is that all children with autism spectrum disorder reach their full potential through effective teaching.MissionABC of NC is committed to providing quality individualized educational services based on evidence-based practices in the field of autism treatment to children with autism spectrum disorders and their families.Hope for a Lifetime of LearningABC of NC Child Development Center provides hope for children with autism who deserve access to the best possible educational services. ABC of NC is the largest school in North Carolina focused exclusively on autism...
