Out-Of-School Youth Workforce Program “Guiding Young Adults Through HIRE Education”
Program Objectives
v To provide a comprehensive skills preparation program that meets the particpant’s needs in reaching his or her desired long-term and short-term goals- ultimately contribting to the betterment and growth of the community
What is the Out-of-School Youth (OSY) Workforce Program?
It is a youth services program established within the Youth Development Center designed for out-of-school youth in Winchester City, Frederick County, and Clarke County. This program is a component of the Workforce Investment Act (WIA), providing expanded career development programs and services in the areas of employment and training for youth in our community.
How Do We Help?
The OSY Workforce Program provides the following educationa nd employment services to youth ages 14-21:
v Assessment to determine skills, interests, and abilities
v Development of an individual service strategy to identify long-term and short-term career goals
v Placement Assistance and follow-up
v Preparation for postsecondary educational opportunities
v Linkages between academic and occupational learning
Who Should Apply?
The Youth Workforce Program is offered to young adults between the ages of 14-21 who both WANT and NEED to make a positive change in their lives, but need help in finding the RIGHT opportunities to make it happen.
The program is designed to support those young adults and guide them in making the right decisions and choices as it relates to their educational and occupational needs.
Eligibility Requirements Are:
v Economically disadvantaged according to federal guidelines
AND HAVE ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING BARRIER CATEGORIES SUCH AS:
v Youth with Disabilities (IEP for example)
v School Dropout
v Homeless, Runaway, or Foster Child
v Pregnant or Parenting
v Offender
v Basic Skills Deficient
v Officially released from compulsory education (does not include long term suspension)
How Do I Apply?
To begin the application and enrollment process, you will need to schedule a meeting with the Workforce Program Coordinator to review the eligibility requirements and overview of the program.
To determine eligibility, please bring the following documents to the initial meeting:
v Birth Certificate v Sate ID/School ID or Driver’s License
v Statement of family income (current pay stub)
v Selective service verification (males over 18 years)
v Proof of county/city residency
**Parent(s) or guardian(s) must attend with a youth under the age of
18 for the initial meeting.
Fees
There are no costs incurred by the community or youth participating in this program. This program is funded through Workforce Investment Board- Office on Youth.