Organization Address
571 W. Jackson
Chicago, IL 60661
Organization Supervisor
Enid Johnson
Manager of Agency-Wide Volunteer Services
312.454.3377
The Chicago School Liaison
Morag Sutherland, Psy.D.
Postdoctoral Fellow, Community Partnerships
Website Address
www.saferfoundation.org
Appropriate Programs
Forensic M.A. only!
Days/Hours Available for Students
10 to 20 hours a week, depending on position
Description of Organization
The Safer Foundation helps formerly incarcerated individuals re-enter their communities. Safer has been working for more than 30 years to reduce recidivism by helping people with records obtain employment and social services.
Type of Project(s)
Crossroads Adult Transition Center
3210 W. Arthington
Chicago, IL 60624
Work with adult men and women who are in the job search process, mentoring in skills they need to enter or reenter the workforce (e.g., teaching basic computer skills, Internet searches of job sites and resume writing; conducting mock job interviews).
Youth Empowerment Program
609 West Adams Street
Chicago, IL 60661
Work with 16 through 19 year olds, tutoring them in basic high school academics, and GED exam preparation.
Organizational Requirements
• Nine month commitment
• Attend monthly on-campus CES seminars
Number of FWS Positions Available:
None Currently