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Jeffco CTC is trying to prevent problems before they start.
Jeffco CTC is trying to prevent problems before they start.
So, that's what Jeffco Teens Internships are all about.
So, that's what Jeffco Teens Internships are all about.
Treating problems is important; but it's even better when they are prevented in the first place.
Treating problems is important; but it's even better when they are prevented in the first place.
Extensive data collection shows that problems youth face that could, and should, be prevented through programs, systems and policy changes, include:
Substance misuse
Hopelessness and anxiety
Sexual assault & toxic relationships
Stopping problems BEFORE they start, in other words "primary prevention," is our goal.
Stopping problems BEFORE they start, in other words "primary prevention," is our goal.
Our work is addressing what is behind the problem (like the reasons why youth binge drink or changes that could lead to less hopelessness among youth), rather than de-stigmatizing or treating the problem once it's started (not that we are for stigmatizing or leaving problems untreated, of course!). Jeffco CTC works on things that will effect lots of people through making changes in the community, rather than projects or treatments for just a few people.
Youth voice is critical to this work.
Youth voice is critical to this work.
Youth are the ones who actually know what is going on in their own world and have the ability to influence our community change in positive ways. We hope this internship assists you in making change-- as well as making connections with other teens, adults and your community.
Internship Schedule
Team project meetings
Youth Town Hall
April 21: Youth Voices Practice
But what are we actually going to do as a Jeffco Teens Interns?
But what are we actually going to do as a Jeffco Teens Interns?
This year, we will have many different teams working with community advisors on specific projects-- and each project will be organized a little differently. Each intern will go to:
Each intern will go to:
Each intern will go to:
- 5 Large group meetings
Attend large group Jeffco CTC youth meetings, including 2 kick off meetings, 2 planning meetings and 1 celebration.
One of our meetings is a presentations to leaders in our community! You will create a 3-6 minute video about your project, then present your video at our Jeffco CTC Youth Voices Conference on April 28th, 2022 from 4-6 PM.
- 8 Project group meetings
Work with your Community Advisor on a project at your team meetings. See the projects here.
- 5 Events
Host at least 1 event with your team-- and invite both your friends & the other interns to attend (this could be a group art project, a Teen Spaces night, a focus group... or another event you think of). You can also open up your event to other youth in the community, if you want to.
You also will go to 4 (or more!) events hosted by other intern groups, one of which has to be the town hall on February 17th, 2022 from 4-6 PM.
Many times, other neat opportunities come up over the course of the year. We will be sure to let you know when they do!
How do we get paid?
How do we get paid?
Glad you asked. You will be paid by check from Jefferson County in May. We have a page on how you get paid.
More information about Jeffco CTC & Links
More information about Jeffco CTC & Links
Jefferson County Communities That Care is a coalition comprised of more than 100 stakeholders, community members, key leaders and youth. We use a structured, evidence-based community change process focused on preventing substance misuse, sexual/relationship violence and hopelessness/anxiety among youth in our community by reducing risk factors and improving protective factors.
Jefferson County Communities That Care is a coalition comprised of more than 100 stakeholders, community members, key leaders and youth. We use a structured, evidence-based community change process focused on preventing substance misuse, sexual/relationship violence and hopelessness/anxiety among youth in our community by reducing risk factors and improving protective factors.
Other opportunities to get involved in Jeffco: www.jeffcoteens.org
Jefferson County Communities That Care's website: www.jeffcoctc.com
Twelve Talks to Have With Teens website: www.twelvetalks.com
Trustable Adults website: www.trustableadults.com
jeffcoteens.org.pdfOur Big Group Mask
Our Big Group Mask
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What are the things that helps you feel hopeful and/or cope if you are feeling down?
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