NCJ Number
182019
Journal
CTM - Corrections Technology & Management Volume: 4 Issue: 2 Dated: March/April 2000 Pages: 40-45
Date Published
March 2000
Length
6 pages
Annotation
This article discusses a North Carolina program that attempts to prevent at-risk children from becoming involved with the court system or with law enforcement.
Abstract
Program One-On-One, which serves 63 of North Carolina’s 100 counties, targets at-risk youth between the ages of 7 and 17. The program’s title means that each child receives individual time and attention from a volunteer. Unfortunately, such programs seeking volunteers are themselves at-risk for attracting pedophiles. In an effort to make sure that such persons do not become part of the program, the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation performs a criminal history check on each applicant, a check that will reveal pedophile convictions anywhere in the country. Volunteers commit themselves to spending quality one-on-one time with a young person for 12 months. Volunteers fill many roles; friend, good listener, support system and positive role model. County program directors are responsible for recruiting and screening applicants, conducting background checks, providing all in-service training, evaluating matches on a regular basis, and budget agendas.