LA Works: Out-of-School Youth Programs

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Out-of-School Youth Programs

Work Experience Program

LA Works enrolls at-risk youth in our Work Experience Program, training them in the areas of construction, landscaping, handy work, and city clean up. Youth, aged 19- 21, are hired to work on LA Works Community Services Division crews and are paid through workforce development funds. The youth trainees gain valuable experience that can lead to future job opportunities and assist LA Works in achieving our goal of providing needed services to our local communities.

Areas we serve:

· Azusa
· Bassett
· Charter Oak
· Claremont
· Covina
· Diamond Bar
· Glendora
· Hacienda Heights
· Industry
· Irwindale
· La Puente
· La Verne
· Monrovia
· Rowland Heights
· San Dimas
· Valinda
· Walnut
· West Covina

GOALS OF THE PROGRAM

I. Job Training
Hire and train youth in a full-time paid program for a duration of up to 6 months earning minimum wage. Youth will be placed on a Home Improvement and/or Community Beautification Program.

II. Education
Improve Basic Skills and assist youth in passing the GED exam or attainment of a high school diploma through Mt. San Antonio College's educational lab at the LA Works Center.

III. Job Skills
Provide youth training and preparation in the following areas:
- Job interview techniques
- Completing a job application
- Creating a resume

IV. Leadership
Youth will learn how to make the right choices, identify creative solutions, and become a team player.

V. Employment
Assist youth in gaining full-time permanent employment.

VI. Requirements
- You and your family has a limited income
- Youth between the ages of 19 - 21
- Live in the areas listed above
- Have a documented barrier (e.g. H.S. Drop-out, Convicted of an Offense, Physical/Mental Disability, Basic Skills Deficient, Pregnant / Parenting Youth)

ORIENTATIONS

- For additional information please call (626) 960-3964 x2318 and leave a detailed message. Orientations are held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 10:30 AM. Please call before attending.