We are looking for individuals with a passion for social justice and reentry who would like to participate in or lead our in-prison visitation support groups & community support groups. We have heard wonderful feedback from past participants/leaders telling us that the experience was memorable, meaningful, and worthwhile. It is a requirement of this role that all clients are treated with the respect and dignity that they deserve.
We have the training, the schedule, and all the things you need ready for you!
All you need is a heart that wants to bring changes to our community by rebuilding lives.
Role of support group leader:
- Facilitating access to & sharing of information with group members.
- Facilitate group meetings.
- Being aware of the needs of the group.
- Be a positive role model for others.
- Availability of time to commit to the group.
- Being accepting, empathic and supportive to others.
- Familiar with supportive listening techniques and use them while facilitating.
Because of the uniqueness of our programs, 6 months is the minimum commitment time. If interested,
In-prison groups locations:
Erie County:
Collin Correctional Facility
Middle Rd, Collins, NY 14034
Medium Security
Gowanda Correctional Facility
S Rd, Gowanda, NY 14070
Medium Security
Livingston County:
Groveland Correctional Facility
7000 Sonya Rd, Sonyea, NY 14556
Medium Security
Orleans County:
Albion Correctional Facility
3595 State School Road; Albion, New York
Medium Security-Women
Orleans Correctional Facility
3531 Gaines Basin Rd, Albion, NY 14411
Medium Security
Wyoming County:
Attica Correctional Facility
639 Exchange Street Rd, Attica, NY 14011
Maximum Security
Wyoming Correctional Facility
3203 Dunbar Rd, Attica, NY 14011
Medium Security
Community groups locations:
Erie County:
Hope House
660 Smith St, Buffalo NY 14210
Wednesday: 6-8:30 pm
Monroe County:
Church of the Ascension
1340 Lake Ave, Rochester NY 14613
Tuesday: 6:30-8:30 pm
About Us
Peaceprints of WNY is a 501c3 non-profit organization offering comprehensive reentry services to men and women involved in the criminal justice system. Our Reentry and Housing Programs are designed to offer provisions and guidance along each step of an individual’s transformation.
OUR MISSION
Strengthening Communities by Rebuilding Lives
OUR VISION
A just society in which all have equitable opportunity to live productive lives
OUR CORE VALUES
Compassion | Active desire to strengthen and empower individuals and their families
Courage | Ability and willingness to do the right thing in all we do
Commitment | A promise to promote peace and non-violence wherever we go
Community | Foster a sense of unity through shared respect for honesty, integrity and fairness.
