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Year Round Employment Programming
This 12-month employment programming typically runs September through August pending funding. The goals of the program are to increase the basic skills of local youth, provide structured employment opportunities, job retention and increase earnings. The program includes internships, summer, part-time and other employment. It prepares in and out-of-school youth for a successful post-secondary experience.
Eligibility:
- Must be between the ages of 14-21
- Must meet income eligibility (Proof of income required)
- Copy of Social Security Card, Birth Certificate & Work Permit
- Verification of Selective Service
- Identification of at least one potential barrier to employment
Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Year Round Youth Programming serves youth between the ages of 14 and 21 who possess a potential barrier to employment and meet specific income guidelines. The goals of the WIA program are to increase the basic skills of local youth, provide structured employment opportunities, job retention and increased earnings. The program includes internships, summer, part-time and other opportunities for employment and workforce development. It prepares in- and out-of-school youth for a successful post-secondary experience.
The information below is intended to assist youth in applying for participation in this programming. Completion of this application does not guarantee participation. Additional information is required.
In Monroe County/Rochester the WIA youth program year begins on September 1st and lasts through August 31st. There are limited program slots available. See Service Provider information, which is also available at any RochesterWorks! Career Center.
Each Service Provider is responsible for the recruitment, certification and enrollment of eligible youth. Youth applicants will be required to submit a completed and signed application and produce all required documents (Income Guidelines and Acceptable Documentation). Formal enrollment only occurs when the Service Provider has reviewed and certified the complete application packet. This is generally accomplished through written notification.
If a program is at full enrollment an eligible applicant can request to be included on a program waiting list or can be referred to another appropriate Service Provider. Once enrolled and based on need and available funding, youth may participate for more than one year.
Important: Youth will not be accepted into the Program without a completed application packet which includes all required signatures and documentation. If an individual is unsure how to obtain any of the required documentation please don't hesitate to contact a Service Provider or the RochesterWorks! Downtown Career Center at 258-3500.
*WIA year round youth programming requires a sincere commitment. With assistance from the Service Provider each youth will complete an Individual Service Plan (ISP) which outlines their goals and objectives while participating in the program. During program involvement youth may work with private or public employers gaining valuable hands-on experience along with appropriate workplace behavior. If a youth is 17 years or younger the parent or guardian will be required to sign a parental/guardian consent form provided by the Service Provider. The consent form will include relevant contact information such as location, supervisor and telephone number.
INCOME GUIDELINES & ACCEPTABLE DOCUMENTATION Proof of Income is required.
IN-SCHOOL PROGRAMS
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LEARN TO EARN
YOUNG PARENTS SCHOOL-TO-WORK PROGRAM
 EAST ROCHESTER YOUTH TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
SCHOOL-TO-WORK
OUT-OF-SCHOOL PROGRAMS
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SUCCESSFUL FUTURES FOR YOUTH
PLEASANT STREET PARTNERS
For additional assistance regarding WIA funded youth programs please contact Antwan Williams, 258-3540. For information on WIA funding for youth programs please contact John Premo, 258-3535.
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