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Employment
Did
you know?
- Only
49% of foster youth in one survey were employed and only 17% were
completely self-supporting (Westat,
1991)
- Another
recent study found 12-18 months after leaving foster care, 50%
were unemployed.
- More
than 300 youth will transition from the Washington State foster
care system this year and more than 100 will go on welfare
Don't
let this be you!
The Foster Care Independence Act of 1999 is helping local independent
living service providers provide skills training and employment
resources so you can find and keep a job you want.
There
are employment resources available to you here.
There are skills training programs available to help you learn computer
skills, mechanical skills, office skills and leadership skills!
Learn how to get your resume together and make a great impression
with a future employer. Know your rights as an employee in the workplace
and what to expect from your employer. The resources here will get
you started!
The
Chafee Act funding helps transitioning youth like you find a job
and develop your career.
Financial
assistance is available for job training, job interview clothes,
work uniforms and more! You will also receive case management and
support services that are designed to assist you in achieving self-sufficiency.
Eligibility
requirements are:
- You are at
least 18 years-old and not yet 21.
- You have
transitioned from a DCFS supervised placement (foster, group or
kinship care) at age 18.
- You are
not in foster care at the time of any payment.
- You have
submitted an application and statement of need, approved by your
Independent Living case manager.
- You participate
directly in developing the service plan and accept personal responsibility
for achieving independence.
Check with
your DCFS social worker or contact the YMCA
Independent Living Program at 206.749.7540 |
