I want to work with at-risk youth because I believe it's essential to support and help children while they are young to have a positive outlook on life and hope it will prevent them from engaging in some form of criminal activity. I also believe that children who have some form of adults' guidance in their lives are less likely to be involved in criminal activities. I believe I would be a good candidate for this position because I have had experience in this field of work. Both of my parents have work 20+ years in the criminal justice and social work fields, so I have seen firsthand the effect an authority figure can have on a child's life. As I explained earlier, children just need some guidance from a supportive figure to change their lives.
