RICJ Juvenile Justice VISTA: Health & Justice in RI

Rhode Island for Community and Justice (RICJ) is a non‑profit organization located in Providence, Rhode Island. RICJ is the only organization dedicated to supporting Juvenile Hearing Boards (JHBs) throughout Rhode Island and works directly with RI youth to teach them about community supports, foster connections, and prepare for life after high school. JHBs are a post‑arrest diversion opportunity for any youth less than 18 years old facing misdemeanor charges;

JHBs help the youth repair the harm of their offense, learn how to avoid making similar mistakes in the future, and leave the system with no juvenile record. RICJ supports JHBs statewide by promoting information sharing between the JHBs located in different cities and towns, through case management partnerships, and through granting JHBs additional resources, such as funding for therapy.

Additionally, RICJ collects data to ensure JHBs are effectively helping youth in all corners of our state.

The ideal candidate for this role has experience in the youth justice system, a genuine desire to help youth, and familiarity with restorative justice. Both oral and written communication skills for a wide range of audiences (e.g. youth, law enforcement, parents) are essential for success in this position.

• Support the capacity and growth of RICJ’s juvenile justice team.
• Collect Juvenile Hearing Board (JHB) data.
• Create innovative events to bring together JHB members and the community.
• Craft grant proposals to add resources to JHBs.
• Expand RICJ’s case management program.
• Engage in community outreach to raise awareness and support of JHBs among stakeholders such as youth, parents, law enforcement, and other community leaders.
• Assist RICJ to fundraise, recruit volunteers, and help onboard RICJ interns.

• Health Coverage*
• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Relocation Allowance
• Living Allowance
• Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
• Training

• Permits working at another job during off hours
• Car recommended
• Permits attendance at school during off hours

• Community Outreach
• Community and Economic Development
• Children/Youth

• Social Services
• Communications
• Writing/Editing
• Teaching/Tutoring
• General Skills
• Recruitment
• Community Organization
• Interest in juvenile justice
• Law
• Conflict Resolution
• Public Speaking
• Education
• Youth Development
• Fund raising/Grant Writing
• Leadership

Program Type:
Ameri Corps VISTA
Program: RICJ Juvenile Justice VISTA:
Health & Justice in RI
Program Start/End Date: 03/09/2026 - 03/08/2027

Work Schedule:

Full Time
Education level:
College graduate
Age Requirement:
Minimum: 18, Maximum:
None
Program Locations: RHODE ISLAND
Accepting Applications:
From 01/28/2026 To 07/31/2026

Contact:
Rose Albert
271 N Main St
Providence RI 02903

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