THE WJCS VIP PROGRAM was established for adults over the age of 18 who are recovering from mental illness and wish to partake in and benefit from a volunteer/internship work experience.
VIP members are placed in volunteer positions at non-profit organizations throughout Westchester County as well as at WJCS. Volunteer experiences help VIP program participants gain the necessary tools to assist them in achieving their future vocational goals.
The VIP program also hosts monthly meetings in which members have the opportunity to share their volunteer experiences as well as engage in group socials.
How to apply
All applicants must go through an intake process to determine an appropriate volunteer placement, based on the applicants interests, skills and prior job history. The process consists of an in-person interview and filling out paperwork. Please call Jodi Maxner, VIP Coordinator at 914-761-0600 ext. 2223 or email Jodi at [email protected] for more information or questions.
VIP Eligibility
Applicants must be referred by a mental health professional and reside in Westchester County. Program participants must commit to a minimum of 10 volunteer hours a week.
VIP volunteer opportunities have included:
- Clerical work – Afya Foundation
- Stockroom assistance – March of Dimes
- Librarian/clerical work – Martin Luther King Jr. Institute for Non Violence
- Peer support – My Second Home
- Cat room assistance – Posh Pets Rescue Room
Contact: Jodi Maxner, VIP Coordinator at 914-761-0600 ext. 2223 or email Jodi at [email protected]
845 N Broadway, White Plains, NY, 10603