Our services are geared toward helping youth ages
14-21, who have encountered barriers in life, fulfill their
dreams. Our staff is dedicated to helping you succeed.
Participating in the Youth Services Program will help you find a
job or finish your education . . . at no cost to you.
Youth Services are available at no cost, for those who
qualify. You must meet all of the following five
requirements to qualify.
Are you:
- Between the ages of 14-21
- Low-Income
- . . . And meet one of these seven
barriers:
- Deficient in basic literacy skills
- School dropout
- Foster child, homeless or runaway
- Pregnant or a parent
- Offender
- In-school - TEA defined at risk
- Out-of-school - have not secured a
job or enrolled in training within 90 days
- A U.S. citizen
- For men - registered for Selective
Service
If you answered yes to these questions, you may
qualify for a youth training program under the Workforce
Investment Act (WIA). To find out more information, contact
your
local Workforce Center and ask to speak with your local Youth
Services Representative.
In addition to the WIA Youth Services Program, the Rural Capital
Area Workforce Centers provide employment and training related
services to all job seekers in the nine-county Rural Capital
Area. No matter what your employment requirements are, we
offer resources to meet your individual needs.
- Computers, printers, fax machines, phones and copiers are
available for job search use
- Job postings and referrals
- Resume and interviewing resources
- Internet access
- Computer & Software assistance for job search
- Basic software (MS Word and MS Excel)
- Labor Market Information
- Job related magazines and local newspapers
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There are many services available to help you get a job or finish
your education. If you qualify, the services
through the Youth Program are free! Call your local
Workforce Center and Youth Services Representative for details.
- Individualized assessment
- Individual plans to address education and employment goals
- Supportive services
- Adult mentoring
- Career exploration
- Guidance and counseling
- Work experience activities
- Assistance in obtaining GED or returning to classes
- Leadership and job readiness training
- Academic services for tutoring and study skills
- Incentives to complete education, obtain and maintain
employment
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