The AIM mentoring program is implemented by Family Service, Inc. in collaboration with Massachusetts Department of Youth Services.  AIM matches positive adult role models with youth from Lawrence who are involved with the Department of Youth Services (DYS).  The goal of the program is to improve young people's social, emotional and life skills to prepare them for adulthood.  This goal will be achieved by simply matching kids to a positive adult role model.

The program will focus on youth from Lawrence specifically and only those involved with DYS.  Youth can be identified by their Caseworker, Clinician, Education Liaison, residential treatment program staff (vendor), etc., or can self-select themselves to be a participant in the mentoring program.

Mentors for this program do not need to have any specific professional experience.  Rather, we are looking for responsible adults who, preferably, reflect the social and cultural background of the youth, and who are from and/or familiar with the city/community the youth come from.

Mentors must be:

• Minimum of 25 years of age
• Ability to commit 12 months
• Ability to meet with mentee four hours a month
• Agree to submit to all background checks and safety procedures
• Agree to participate in a training and ongoing support

Any mentor who meets the minimum qualifications, and who has the stability and success in job and life is welcome to apply!

To become involved:

Call: 978.327.6624
Email: jlluberes@familyserviceinc.com
Download an application form