YouthSource
YouthSource
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Service Area – Southeast Washington County
Participant Expectations
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Program EligibilityTo qualify you must be:
AND–Have One or More Barriers to Employment:
*Must meet federal poverty guidelines. Some exceptions apply. ~Interested youth must attend an orientation, fill out an application and schedule an eligibility interview to enroll. ~Call Luis Diaz Mercado at 503-984-1097 to apply. Yo hablo español. |
Program Elements
We are a free program that serves youth in Southeast Washington County to help them identify and pursue their career goals. Our focus is to support youth academically, to provide pre-employment training and work-based learning opportunities, develop life skills, and to offer training and support to help them transition successfully to college, training or employment after completing high school. Additionally we seek to provide a safe and positive place for youth that will contribute to their overall well-being.
Our Services Include:
Career-Related Learning Experiences
High School Elective Credit
Career Guidance & Counseling
Paid Internships
Service Learning in our Youth Farm
Career Exploration
Job Search Assistance
Resume Workshops
Job Interview Workshops
CPR/1st Aid Training
Food Handler’s Training
Financial Literacy Training
Computer Literacy Training
FAFSA Assistance
Scholarship Application Assistance
College Tours
Leadership Training
Graduation Support/Incentives
Bus Passes
Clothing Money
Adult Mentoring
Fun! Camping, BBQs, Art Projects
And More!