The Workforce Investment act WIA Youth program is a federally funded program  designed to assist youth obtain their secondary education and gainful employment.

Youth Program Services Elements

• Educational Assistance
• Comprehensive guidance and counseling
• Tutoring and study skills training
• Instruction leading to completion of secondary
• Dropout prevention strategies
• Alternative secondary school services
• Post-secondary Support
• Follow-up services for not less than 12 months

Employment assistance

• Occupational Skills training
• Summer employment opportunities directly linked to academic and occupational learning
• Paid and unpaid work experiences
• Adult mentoring for not less than 12 months

Supportive Services

• Childcare Assistance
• Transportation
• Tuition Assistance
• Books/Supplies
• Short term training opportunities
• Uniforms

Cultural Enrichment Activities

• Personal Empowerment
• College Tours
• Field Trips
• Job Fairs

Program Benefits:

• Educational/Job Skills Assessment
• Assistance with school supplies
• Assistance with job/training/job placement
• Assistance with transportation and child care
• Rewards for goal achievements

Qualifications
 

• 16-21 years old
• U.S. citizen
• Nash County Resident
• Willing to pursue a GED/High School Diploma
• Economically disadvantaged
• Need assistance securing and maintaining employment

For more information, contact

Bennie Alston
WIA Youth Case Manager

522 N. Old Carriage Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Phone: (252) 451-8354
Fax (252) 451-8201