Summer JAMS 2022 Programming details to share with applicants:
· Twenty (20) youth will be hired for the Summer JAMS session.
· Youth will be creating unique artwork, learning important job skills, and will earn a paycheck!
· Summer JAMS 2022 Session Information:
o Session dates: Monday, June 6th - Thursday, July 28th, 2022
o Youth must also be able to attend Benchmark Unveiling on Friday, July 29th, 2022.
o We will not have work on Monday, July 4th in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.
o Work hours: Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am – 2:30 pm (approximately 22 hours per week for 8 weeks).
o Lunch will be provided each day
· Youth will have to find their own reliable transportation to and from work each day. However, please let us know if this presents a significant barrier to youth applying so VG staff can provide assistance to families with navigating other transportation avenues.
· It is important that each individual applying is aware of the risks, and that Van Go staff will have a comprehensive safety plan in place that adheres to the recommendations and guidelines outlined by the CDC and the Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department. Our Health and Safety Protocol includes but is not limited to COVID-19 symptom screenings, wearing masks while indoors, physically distanced workspaces and sanitizing regimens.
· Our ability to remain operating on site will be determined by federal, state and local guidance to ensure the safety and well-being of all involved during the current COVID-19 climate.
Application Process:
· Please provide the eligible youth with the attached Summer JAMS Session information sheet and three-page application.
· Please note: The application includes a Supplemental COVID Health & Safety section, so please make sure to use/forward the one attached to this email.
· The completed applications should be emailed to Van Go Program Staff at the following email address: apply@van-go.org
o Each individual can submit the application via email in a variety of formats, as we want to eliminate as many barriers as possible for eligible applicants. Applicants may email a picture of their application, draft an email with the answers to the application questions, or email a completed PDF of the application – All options are acceptable!
o Please encourage youth to send their applications to us as soon as they have them completed, as we would like to begin processing applications sooner if possible.
o Application Deadline: Tuesday, April 26th, 2022 by 5:00 pm.
· Interviews: Due to time constraints, we may not be able to interview every applicant unfortunately.
o Applicants will be contacted by phone if selected for an interview.
o Interviews will take place starting Tuesday, April 26th.
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