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Programs and Services SNAP Path to Work offers a variety of education and training programs and supports designed to help you prepare for, find, and succeed in your next job.
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YouthBuild Just A Start is a full-time comprehensive youth development program that helps young people reclaim their education, gain job skills, and become leaders in their communities.
The program serves students aged 16 to 24, offering youth the opportunity to earn their high school credential and build employment skills in their choice of Construction or Retail. YouthBuild students are also eligible to earn stipends of up to $300 bi-weekly as they pursue their education and work experience.
YouthBuild defines students by their potential, not by their challenges, and we offer comprehensive guidance, counseling, and support services to students. Youth who complete the program transition to employment, training, and/or college, and receive intensive follow-up support for at least one year post-graduation.
YouthBuild Just A Start is a proud affiliate member of the global YouthBuild movement.
Participants
Participants must be between 16-24 years of age and have not completed high school. Enrollment is open to the Metropolitan North area. Participants must score a minimum of 4.0 on the TABE.
Program is Offered In
English
Program Hours per Week
25
Program Duration
43 weeks
Rolling Admission
No
Program Start Dates
Next cohort begins October 2024
Sample Schedule
Hours
Activity Type
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
9:00am-2:00pm
Academics (HiSET instruction and life skills)
✓
✓
✓
✓
9:00am-2:00pm
Vocational skills and career readiness
✓
✓
✓
✓
Other Schedule Information
Participants alternate between the academic schedule and construction skills schedule on a weekly basis.
Program Requirements
CORI check | SORI check | Immunizations/Health Records
Program is CORI-friendly?
Yes
Anticipated outcomes
HBI Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate Training (HBI-PACT) | OSHA 10 | Retail Industry Fundamentals (RIF) | HiSET High School Equivalency | Stackable Credential(s) | Employment/Promotion | Basic skills gain | Industry skills gain
Participant Supports
Participant Support Category
All participants
As needed
DTA SNAP Transportation Support
✓
Test/License Fees
✓
Books/Supplies
✓
Clothing/Uniforms
✓
DTA SNAP Child Care Referral
✓
Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant?
No
Do participants receive any pay?
Stipend paid as a wage
Other, please explain
Students receive a stipend through our Department of Labor grant.
