To prepare justice-involved youth and young adults, 18 to 24 years, for the world of work with paid work experiences, provide educational and occupational skilled training in in-demand industries such…

To prepare justice-involved youth and young adults, 18 to 24 years, for the world of work with paid work experiences, provide educational and occupational skilled training in in-demand industries such as construction, and health, and provide mentorship, conflict resolution, and leadership development that will strengthen their opportunities for employment and post-secondary opportunities. Activities performed the program components are occupational skilled training, paid work experience, employment and career services, leadership training, mentorship, education, supportive service, and follow-up. Occupational skilled training will consist of on-site construction training, construction theory for the obtainment of certifications. The on-site training will occur at GJA, and employer partners work sites. Participants will also have an opportunity to enroll in the advanced occupational skilled certificate program at ccac. The certificate skilled training at ccac is welding, plumbing, and facilities maintenance technology. For health, participants will receive CNA training from ccac. The training is 24 days where they earn a CNA certification. Employment and career services such as job preparation, career exploration, work readiness, allows participants to explore career opportunities to address specific workforce challenges and barriers faced by youth offenders to prepare them for jobs. Leadership training will be promoted in all aspects of the program and captures the underlying principle that participants are our future leaders. Mentorship will be provided; service of mentors is the backbone of the program to youth. They can help youth as they go through challenging life transitions, including dealing with stressful changes at home, RE-entry from the system, or to adulthood. The structure of the mentorship program is one year duration, one-on-one mentoring, and screening, training, and on-going support of mentors. Selection of mentors will consist of caring adults or individuals who have live incarceration and community violence experiences. Participants will have the opportunity to receive high school/GED preparation. They will also receive post-secondary education information from ccac. Postsecondary education is a strong feature throughout the program so that participants can master success while they are in college. Growth focused case management, supportive services, follow-up, and retention will be provided to help youth master success in completing the program and maintaining employment or advance training. Deliverables 70% education and employment rate for second quarter after exit; 60% education and employment rate fourth quarter after exit; $5,750 median earnings second quarter after exit; 50% credential attainment; 70% measurable skill gains. Intended beneficiary youth, the communities, parents, schools, etc. Subrecipient activities N/a