Teen Center Volunteer

Email: 
ckashuck@ncscweb.org
Phone: 
617-969-5906 x210

Newton's teens need positive adult relationships to become a thriving adult themselves. You can be that role model by volunteering at the Chestnut Street Teen Center in the evening. We are seeking:

  • An Administrative Volunteer to provide support to the Program Director. Tasks could include creating flyers, transferring data from registration forms, updating social media websites, photo copying, laminating, etc. Basic computer skills and ability to work independently are required. Hours are flexible with no long standing commitment.
  • Jon Firger Named Executive Director of NCSC

    Email: 
    ccopp@ncscweb.org
    Phone: 
    617-969-5906 x171

    July 8, 2010 -- (Newton, MA) -- Jon Firger has accepted the position of Executive Director of Newton Community Service Center (NCSC). He will assume this position on September 7, 2010.

    NCSC Teen REACH Helping Haiti Relief Efforts

    Email: 
    ccopp@ncscweb.org
    Phone: 
    (617) 969-5906 x171

    Teens from NCSC’s Chestnut Street Teen Center and the Anthony J. Bibbo Youth Center on Cherry Street are helping in the relief efforts for victims of the earthquake in Haiti. Both teen centers are actively collecting toiletries for Haiti, and will continue to do so until March 26. For a detailed list of items needed and where to drop off donations, please open the attachment below or click here.

    NCSC Announces Leadership Transition and CEO Search

    Email: 
    ccopp@ncscweb.org
    Phone: 
    617-969-5906 x171

    On January 5, 2010, Bill Garr announced his resignation as President and CEO of the Newton Community Service Center (NCSC) effective at the end of February. Garr was named to the position in 2005 after serving as interim executive director following the retirement of Tony Bibbo, who led the center for 43 years.

    NCSC Recognizes National Mentoring Month: Meet Anthony and Mike of the Mentor Connection

    Email: 
    dtyson-gottlieb@ncscweb.org
    Phone: 
    617-244-1404 x225

    How Mentoring Matters

    This month Massachusetts and the nation are recognizing the good work mentors do.
    Right now there is a huge need for mentors—especially men and people of color. That’s one of the messages NCSC and Mass Mentoring are trying to get out during National Mentoring Month.

    According to Dr. Jean Rhodes of the University of Massachusetts Boston, mentors influence young people in three important ways: by enhancing social skills and emotional well-being, improving cognitive skills through dialogue and listening, and serving as a role model and advocate.

    SOAR 55 Opens Framingham Satellite Office

    Email: 
    kalbert@ncscweb.org
    Phone: 
    617-244-1404 x228

    SOAR 55, a program of NCSC, is pleased to announce the January 20th opening of a satellite office at the Framingham Public Library located at 49 Lexington Street.

    The office will be staffed by Lois Levick, a resident of Framingham, who will volunteer her time on Tuesday afternoons and Wednesdays to meet with individuals, age 55 and over, who are interested in volunteering in the metro west area.

    NCSC Teen Center Opening in Newton Highlands

    Email: 
    ccopp@ncscweb.org
    Phone: 
    617-969-5906 x171

    By Caitlin Castello, Town Correspondent, Boston Globe
    Posted November 27, 2009
    A new teen center opened in Newton Highlands last month, offering adolescents an outlet to express their personalities, get involved with the community or simply hang out. The Chestnut Street Teen Center at 1254 Chestnut St. is the result of an effort from the Newton Community Service Center, community members, and students at Newton South High School. The center is celebrating its official, grand opening Dec.1.

    Marketing Outreach

    Email: 
    kfreedman@ncscweb.org
    Phone: 
    617-969-5906 x185

    We know that new residents to Newton and new parents are the most likely to be in need of NCSC's early education and care services. The Development & Marketing office seeks a volunteer to research and contact area professionals and groups which have contact with people making decisions to hire or change providers of child care, early education or family support services. Examples include pediatrician offices, hospital parent support groups, Warmlines, realtors/relocation specialists, midwives, elementary schools, Welcome Wagon, Newton and Waltham City Halls, etc.

    NCSC Preschool Expansion adds a new classroom in answer to community needs

    Email: 
    ccopp@ncscweb.org
    Phone: 
    617-969-5906 x171

    By Caitlin Castello, Town Correspondent, Boston Globe
    Posted October 28, 2009
    While many organizations are scaling back resources and consolidating staff, Newton Community Service Center expanded its preschool program by adding a classroom and more teachers this fall. To read the full article on Boston.com, click here.

    NCSC's Mayoral Breakfast Forum: Balser, Warren back greater community service, volunteerism

    Email: 
    ccopp@ncscweb.org
    Phone: 
    617-969-5906 x171

    By John Hilliard, Staff Writer, Wicked Local Newton
    Posted Oct 13, 2009
    During Tuesday morning’s mayoral candidates forum, the two candidates for the city’s top job framed the role of the mayor as a moral leader who should help bridge gaps between the city government, residents and local service agencies. To read the full article, click here.

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