We are thrilled to announce that JusticeWorks (Butler County) has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious 2023 Annual Older Youth Services Agency of the Year Award. This honor was bestowed upon the agency based on nominations from the youth and alums who received JusticeWorks services. The nomination emphasized the agency’s exceptional efforts in going above and beyond for older youth, assisting them in identifying and working toward their goals, and making a positive impact on their lives.
This prestigious award reflects the agency’s unwavering commitment to successfully transitioning older youth into adulthood. The agency’s dedication to helping youth in and beyond Pennsylvania’s foster care system has been acknowledged and appreciated by the youth it serves. JusticeWorks has consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of the unique challenges older youth face in the foster care system and has implemented effective strategies to address these challenges.
The Older Youth Retreat Steering Committee, composed of youth and alums of the child welfare system, organizes an annual retreat at the University of Pittsburgh’s Johnstown Campus. The committee recognized the significance of acknowledging an agency that positively impacts the lives of older youth in or transitioning out of the foster care system. Through their selection process, the committee was impressed by JusticeWorks’ dedication and commitment to empowering older youth and facilitating their successful transition into adulthood.
Mentioned during our CWRC audit: “Butler County [JusticeWorks] and their partnership with CYS sets the gold standard of IL services in the Western part of Pennsylvania!”
Congratulations to the Butler County staff that ensured a successful IL program and made this award possible: Steven Snow, Barry Jones, Danielle Haley, Olivia Green, Jadon Carlson, Larry Twentier, Amanda Schlosser, Nicholas Whann, David Slagle, Jonathan Wise, Dominic Robele, Rebecca Flick, Kirk Johnson, Alaina Kalin, Margaret Babinka-Repic, Nathaniel Matis, and Mary Smith.
Independent Living Camp Day 7-26-23
The Older Youth Retreat Awards Presentation and Picnic will be held on August 10, 2023, from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm at the University of Pittsburgh’s Johnstown Campus. During this event, JusticeWorks will have the honor of receiving the Annual Older Youth Services Agency of the Year Award. This occasion not only celebrates the agency’s remarkable achievements but also provides an opportunity for the community to come together and recognize the collective efforts of those who have worked tirelessly to improve the lives of older youth in the foster care system.