JAMS (Jobs in the Arts Make Sense)

Address

715 New Jersey
Lawrence, KS 66044

(785) 842-3797

http://www.van-go.org

Description:

The JAMS (Jobs in the Arts Make Sense) program hires at-risk teens age 14 !€“ 18 to create commissioned, public works of art for the community. Youth are interviewed and selected to be employed at Van Go where they gain job skills, health and wellness education, social work support, art creation skills, and steps toward increased self-confidence.

Hours:

8:30 am - 5 pm, Mon - Fri.

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

November 2, 2023

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

715 New Jersey
Lawrence, KS 66044

Mailing

PO Box 153
Lawrence, KS 66044

Contacts

Kristen Malloy

Primary Contact

Director of Programs

kristen@van-go.org

Phone Numbers

Main Phone

(785) 842-3797

Fax

(785) 842-4628

Special Notes/Funding

Dept. of Labor, various private foundations, donations, Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission, Douglas County, United Way and gallery sales.

Description

The JAMS (Jobs in the Arts Make Sense) program hires at-risk teens age 14 – 18 to create commissioned, public works of art for the community. Youth are interviewed and selected to be employed at Van Go where they gain job skills, health and wellness education, social work support, art creation skills, and steps toward increased self-confidence.

Hours

8:30 am - 5 pm, Mon - Fri.

Eligibility

Participants must meet ONE of the following: live in a family or as an individual who receives SNAP, free or reduced lunch or cash assistance; meets US poverty guidelines; has an educational disability; an IEP in school; a mental health diagnosis; has lived in foster care; or has had involvement with the judicial system and other barriers to successful employment.

Fees

None.

Intake Procedure

Application and interview.

Languages

English.

Service Area

Douglas County.

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Kansas
    • Douglas County
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    Special Notes/Funding

    Dept. of Labor, various private foundations, donations, Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission, Douglas County, United Way and gallery sales.

    Description

    The JAMS (Jobs in the Arts Make Sense) program hires at-risk teens age 14 – 18 to create commissioned, public works of art for the community. Youth are interviewed and selected to be employed at Van Go where they gain job skills, health and wellness education, social work support, art creation skills, and steps toward increased self-confidence.

    Hours

    8:30 am - 5 pm, Mon - Fri.

    Eligibility

    Participants must meet ONE of the following: live in a family or as an individual who receives SNAP, free or reduced lunch or cash assistance; meets US poverty guidelines; has an educational disability; an IEP in school; a mental health diagnosis; has lived in foster care; or has had involvement with the judicial system and other barriers to successful employment.

    Fees

    None.

    Intake Procedure

    Application and interview.

    Languages

    English.

    Service Area

    Douglas County.

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Kansas
      • Douglas County
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (ND-2000.3500) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Special Notes/Funding

      Dept. of Labor, various private foundations, donations, Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission, Douglas County, United Way and gallery sales.

      Description

      The JAMS (Jobs in the Arts Make Sense) program hires at-risk teens age 14 – 18 to create commissioned, public works of art for the community. Youth are interviewed and selected to be employed at Van Go where they gain job skills, health and wellness education, social work support, art creation skills, and steps toward increased self-confidence.

      Hours

      8:30 am - 5 pm, Mon - Fri.

      Eligibility

      Participants must meet ONE of the following: live in a family or as an individual who receives SNAP, free or reduced lunch or cash assistance; meets US poverty guidelines; has an educational disability; an IEP in school; a mental health diagnosis; has lived in foster care; or has had involvement with the judicial system and other barriers to successful employment.

      Fees

      None.

      Intake Procedure

      Application and interview.

      Languages

      English.

      Service Area

      Douglas County.

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

      • Kansas
        • Douglas County
        Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-6200.4600) and related services within the Service Tree.

        Special Notes/Funding

        Dept. of Labor, various private foundations, donations, Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission, Douglas County, United Way and gallery sales.

        Description

        The JAMS (Jobs in the Arts Make Sense) program hires at-risk teens age 14 – 18 to create commissioned, public works of art for the community. Youth are interviewed and selected to be employed at Van Go where they gain job skills, health and wellness education, social work support, art creation skills, and steps toward increased self-confidence.

        Hours

        8:30 am - 5 pm, Mon - Fri.

        Eligibility

        Participants must meet ONE of the following: live in a family or as an individual who receives SNAP, free or reduced lunch or cash assistance; meets US poverty guidelines; has an educational disability; an IEP in school; a mental health diagnosis; has lived in foster care; or has had involvement with the judicial system and other barriers to successful employment.

        Fees

        None.

        Intake Procedure

        Application and interview.

        Languages

        English.

        Service Area

        Douglas County.

        Geography Served

          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

        • Kansas
          • Douglas County
          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PS-9800.9700) and related services within the Service Tree.

          Special Notes/Funding

          Dept. of Labor, various private foundations, donations, Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission, Douglas County, United Way and gallery sales.

          Description

          The JAMS (Jobs in the Arts Make Sense) program hires at-risk teens age 14 – 18 to create commissioned, public works of art for the community. Youth are interviewed and selected to be employed at Van Go where they gain job skills, health and wellness education, social work support, art creation skills, and steps toward increased self-confidence.

          Hours

          8:30 am - 5 pm, Mon - Fri.

          Eligibility

          Participants must meet ONE of the following: live in a family or as an individual who receives SNAP, free or reduced lunch or cash assistance; meets US poverty guidelines; has an educational disability; an IEP in school; a mental health diagnosis; has lived in foster care; or has had involvement with the judicial system and other barriers to successful employment.

          Fees

          None.

          Intake Procedure

          Application and interview.

          Languages

          English.

          Service Area

          Douglas County.

          Geography Served

            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

          • Kansas
            • Douglas County
            Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (ND-6500.9800) and related services within the Service Tree.

            Special Notes/Funding

            Dept. of Labor, various private foundations, donations, Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission, Douglas County, United Way and gallery sales.

            Description

            The JAMS (Jobs in the Arts Make Sense) program hires at-risk teens age 14 – 18 to create commissioned, public works of art for the community. Youth are interviewed and selected to be employed at Van Go where they gain job skills, health and wellness education, social work support, art creation skills, and steps toward increased self-confidence.

            Hours

            8:30 am - 5 pm, Mon - Fri.

            Eligibility

            Participants must meet ONE of the following: live in a family or as an individual who receives SNAP, free or reduced lunch or cash assistance; meets US poverty guidelines; has an educational disability; an IEP in school; a mental health diagnosis; has lived in foster care; or has had involvement with the judicial system and other barriers to successful employment.

            Fees

            None.

            Intake Procedure

            Application and interview.

            Languages

            English.

            Service Area

            Douglas County.

            Geography Served

              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

            • Kansas
              • Douglas County
              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (ND-3400.9500) and related services within the Service Tree.

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