Job Training Program
Operated by Looking Glass Riverfront School and Career Center
Funded by the Lane Workforce Partnership
The Looking Glass Job Training Program can help youth with job placements in various fields.
Program: The Job Training Program prepares youth for success in the workforce by addressing work expectations, promoting higher education, and providing on-the-job skills training.
Our goal is to link academic and occupational learning throughout each youth’s program involvement. Youth complete testing and evaluation in basic academic skills, career interests and employment aptitudes. This long-term program supports youth through the transition to adulthood.
Services are provided in collaboration with other community organizations, school districts and employers to better serve each youth.
Services:
Alternative high school/ GED Preparation
Tutoring
Occupational skills training
Leadership development
Adult mentoring
Paid work experiences and internships
Mental health and substance abuse counseling referrals
Support Services including: bus passes, identification documents, mentoring and tutoring services, occupational testing, and job search clothing
Summer program opportunities linked to academic and occupational learning
Follow-up services upon program completion
Financial literacy training
Eligibility: Youth ages 16 – 24, low-income, out-of-school, in-school, facing barriers to employment
Questions? Contact Hailey Johnston at 458-319-2968 or hailey.johnston@lookingglass.us