December 6, 2021

New Britain Township Residents:

The New Britain Township Police Department is searching for volunteers to staff a joint Youth Aid Panel with Central Bucks Regional Police Department.  The Youth Aid Panel serves as an alternative to juvenile court for first-time, non-violent juvenile offenders.  The Panel meets one time per month – on the second Wednesday - to hear cases.  Volunteers act as a team of informal judges who decide how a juvenile offender can repair the harm caused by their delinquent act. 

This program has been active in New Britain in the past and we look forward to continuing it well into the future.  We are looking for volunteers that would enjoy the opportunity to serve a vital role in addressing delinquency in our community.  Once you attend the four training classes, only one meeting per month and occasional phone contact with the juveniles is required.  This is a rewarding opportunity that is not time consuming! Please review the requirements.  If you are interested, please go to www.bucksyouthaid.org  - print and complete the application.  Return it to Chief Rich Clowser at New Britain Township PD (rclowser@nbtpd.org), by mail, or in person. 

Requirements:

• 18 or older with no Criminal History

• Able to obtain Pennsylvania clearances for working with children (no disqualifying arrests, no child abuse history)

• Must be of good moral character as verified by a police records check, driving record, etc.

• Able to work with a group to reach a consensus on appropriate obligations for offenders. 

• Able to communicate professionally with offenders and their families.

• Available on the second Wednesday or Thursday evening each month.

• Able to attend the Winter Training Series for new members – Dates TBD