JAMS (Jobs in the Arts Make Sense)
Address
715 New Jersey
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 842-3797
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
Phone Numbers
Main Phone
(785) 842-3797
Fax
(785) 842-4628
Services
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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 â 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
- Kansas
- Douglas County
- Douglas County
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.
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 â 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
- Kansas
- Douglas County
- Douglas County
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.
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 â 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
- Kansas
- Douglas County
- Douglas County
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.
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 â 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
- Kansas
- Douglas County
- Douglas County
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.
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 â 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
- Kansas
- Douglas County
- Douglas County
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.
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 â 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
- Kansas
- Douglas County
- Douglas County
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.
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