Most programs employ a small number of staff and make additional use of volunteers and consultants.
Each employee works long hours for modest pay and little job security, using his or her skills and energy to provide youth with new perspectives and new experiences. The annual median number of staff is 2, with 5 volunteers and 8 consultants. Most programs provide some type of training for people who work directly with youth. This training is likely to be provided in-house by more experienced personnel. Only one-third of the programs provide ongoing training, however.