Foundations for Inspiring, Engaging and Retaining Youth Clients

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Foundations for Inspiring, Engaging and Retaining
Youth Clients Erica Lemp Program Planning
OfficerBrevard Workforce
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The problem

• Disengaged youth clients
• Follow up nightmare
• Hard to track positive outcomes
• Youth not achieving sustainable positive outcomes

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The goal

• Engaged youth clients
• Achievement of multiple milestones
• Achievement of sustainable positive outcomes

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The method

• Foundations Training
• NEXTGEN Program Tracks
• Inspire
• Involve
• Incentivize!

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Foundations Training

• Life skills, work readiness, and leadership
  development program
• Format
• Recruitment
• Initial steps
• Engagement through
• accountability, circles of
• influence

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Foundations Curriculum

• Stage 1- Self Awareness
• Assessments
• TABE
• CareerScope
• Skills Tutor
• True Colors
• Learning Styles
• Core Values

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Foundations Curriculum

• Stage 2- Life Skills
• Financial Literacy
• Overcoming Barriers to Success
• Managing Time and Stress
• Efficient Listening
• Ethical Decision Making
• Problem Solving
• Soft Skills Development
• Team Work

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Foundations Curriculum

• Stage 3- Goal Setting/ Planning/ Career Readiness
• Dress for Success
• Resume and Interview
• The Rules of Work
• Career Exploration
• Guest Speakers
• SMART Goals
• Individual Service Strategy

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NEXTGEN Track Assignments

• T-Track
• Skills training programs
• GED, HS Diploma or College
• Certifications, Credentials and Degrees
• J-Track
• Job search assistance
• Career coaching
• Work experience and OJT

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Inspiration and Recognition

• Inspire
• Foundation Grant from Wells Fargo
• Transportation
• Guest speakers
• Testimonials
• Recognition
• Chance Drawing

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Inspiration and Recognition

• Inspire
• Foundation Grant from Wells Fargo
• Transportation
• Guest speakers
• Testimonials
• Recognition
• Chance Drawing

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The Results

• Of 150 WIA youth clients
• 61 earned a grade gain
• 52 earned an industry credential
• 20 earned a HS diploma or GED
• 46 entered employment
• 12 entered advanced training

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Questions?
Erica Lemp Program Planning Officer Brevard
Workforce 321-394-0694 elemp_at_brevardworkforce.com