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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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Launchpad, a three-week, cohort-based, stipend-paid program focused on developing young adults' job skills, financial literacy, and personal growth. This program is for young adults ages 18-25 who are currently experiencing homelessness. We provide one-on-one support for participants to help them overcome barriers to finding stable employment.
Participants
Participants are all aged between 18 and 25 years old, live within the Boston area, and receive SNAP benefits.
Program is Offered In
English
Program Hours per Week
20
Program Duration
3 weeks
Rolling Admission
Yes
Program Start Dates
Programs begin on the second Monday of each month and a new cohort takes place each month.
Sample Schedule
Hours
Activity Type
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
9:00am-11:00am
Resume building, job interview training
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
11:00am-12:00pm
Job market research, sourcing open positions
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
1:00pm-3:00pm
Workplace communication, customer service
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
6:00pm-9:00pm
(*Remote Option)
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
Other Schedule Information
Closed on all Federal Holidays (these missed sessions are made up by adding an additional day to the original schedule)
*Remote option available for those who have transportation or childcare barriers
Program Requirements
CORI check | Have experienced homelessness | 18-25 years old
Program is CORI-friendly?
Yes
Anticipated outcomes
Employment/Promotion | Graduates take part in subsequent 13-week placements at site partners to gain on-the-job work experience
Participant Supports
Participant Support Category
All participants
As needed
DTA SNAP Transportation Support
✓
DTA SNAP Child Care Referral
✓
Books/Supplies
✓
Clothing/Uniforms
✓
Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant?
No
Do participants receive any pay?
Stipend
Other, please explain
Participants receive a weekly stipend of $250 per week for a total of $750
