Volunteer
Volunteer or Internship Opportunity with New Justice Services
Use Your Skills. Change Lives. Support Your Community.
Do you want to:
Strengthen your leadership and communication skills?
Help others work through conflict and find understanding?
Use your personal talents to create positive change?
New Justice Services, Inc. is looking for individuals who want to make a real difference in their community. Since 1981, we’ve helped Central New Yorkers manage conflict, rebuild relationships, and find peaceful paths forward.
Why Volunteer With Us?
Your impact is real. As a volunteer mediator, you’ll help people resolve conflict in a safe, structured, and respectful space.
Your skills matter. Everyone brings unique life experiences. We’ll help you apply yours in ways that benefit others.
You won’t do this alone. You’ll have the full support of our experienced mediation team, with mentoring, debriefing, and guidance every step of the way.
You’ll grow. Our extensive, state-certified training will enhance your confidence in group facilitation, conflict resolution, and interpersonal communication.
What’s Involved?
1. Apply: Download and complete the Volunteer Application.
2. Interview: We’ll connect with you to learn more about your interests, strengths, and availability.
3. Train: Participate in our NYS-certified mediation training (schedule varies throughout the year).
4. Shadow & Support: You’ll observe real sessions and be matched with experienced mediators as you begin.
5. Volunteer: Contribute your time based on your availability — whether occasionally or more regularly.
Who Should Apply?
Anyone interested in helping others, learning valuable life skills, or giving back to their community. We especially welcome those connected to faith-based or service-minded organizations who are looking for meaningful volunteer opportunities.
Want to Learn More?
We're exploring opportunities to host open houses and volunteer fairs so you can meet our team, ask questions, and see if this opportunity is right for you.
Ready to begin?
Download and complete the Volunteer Application to take the first step.