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Become
A Volunteer
Thank you for your interest in Thresholds in Delaware County. Thresholds
is a non-profit organization that teaches a decision making program to
interested inmates in Delaware County prisons. Our program serves
both men and women at the George W. Hill Correctional Facility
(Delaware County Prison) located in Thornton, as well as men at the
State Correctional Institution at Chester (SCI-Chester). You can
choose to teach in one or both prisons. We also have a program at
the Juvenile Facility in Lima. Experienced teachers, who have taught at
least one Micro session with adult inmates, may participate.
Through
the use of a workbook, volunteers teach inmates an essential thought
process needed to make decisions and to solve problems. This allows our
clients to gain control over their lives and develop a more positive
self-image. They are then better equipped to cope with life when
they return to their families and the community as tax paying citizens.
Why become a Thresholds
volunteer?
Thresholds
volunteers learn a logical new way to make decisions. The
challenge of teaching in prison can be a very rewarding experience.
You can make a difference in someone's life. Furthermore,
the flexibility of our program can fit your busy schedule.
What is required
to be a vounteer?
 Thresholds
volunteers are required to complete the Volunteer Training sessions
before they can start working with an inmate. We have our
training at Neumann University, in Aston, in the Rocco Abessinio Building, 3rd floor. (Directions) Attendance on both days is required. We begin at 8:45 a.m. each morning and finish by approximately 4:00 p.m. or earlier. Trainings are held three times a year.
A
Continental Breakfast and lunch is provided. If you are
interested in participating in a training, please complete and return
the registration form.
We also require a $50 registration fee ($35 for retirees and students),
to help defray the cost of training materials and the meals that are
provided at the sessions. Several scholarships are available.
We
are seeking caring individuals who can commit to meeting with an inmate
for 1-2 hours each week for a period of 7 weeks. No previous
experience or special education is needed. Each prison does require a
background check and security orientation for all new volunteers. Our
Volunteer Training is very thorough and we provide excellent teaching
materials and support to assist you in your sessions. If you have any
questions, please do not hesitate to call the Thresholds office at
610-459-9384.
To see pictures from recent training
sessions, click on dates listed below:
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