Many teenagers look forward to taking their next step, in regard to what comes next after high school. We can help youth identify opportunities such as finding their first job or developing a plan for college, setting them on a course for workplace or academic success.
P2P Grant
- P2P Grant Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) was awarded $9,990,688.97 to implement from the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) through the US Department of Education.
- Collaboration between OVR, CILs, and local school districts
- Community-Based Instruction
- Students will explore their community and learn about the businesses and services available to the students. For example:
- DMV – To get a state ID
- Laundromats/grocery stores
- CIL in their area
- Food Bank
- Students will explore their community and learn about the businesses and services available to the students. For example:
Paid Work Experience
Transition Aged Youth get a chance to experience work in a community-based employer for 45 hours. Our Transition Coordinator works with the students to find a position that matches the students’ interests. We have had consumers work at a hair salon, a greenhouse, and a police station.
- VFI pays the salary to encourage employers to take on a short-term employee. OVR then reimburses us.
Professional Connection Foundation
This program occurs both in a school setting and out in the community. During the in-school sessions, students cover topics such as resume development and also complete career assessments to help chart job goals after high school. In addition, students tour a variety of employers and learn about the types of positions available and any additional training they might need for the positions.
All paid for by OVR
