Youth Services And Programs
How Can Our WIOA
Youth Program Help?
The WIOA Youth Program is a free program that provides employment, training, and education for youth ages 16-24.
Benefits of the Program
Accelerated Workforce Preparation
Adult Mentoring
Career Pathway Exploration
Clothing Pantry
College Fairs
Community Re-Integration
Computer Technology/Education
Entrepreneurial Training
Financial Literacy Programs
Food Pantry
Funding for Post-Secondary Education
Funding for Occupational Skill-Based Training
HiSet (Formerly GED) Classes
Incentives for Activity Completion
Paid Internships
Job Fairs
Job Placement/Referrals
Job Readiness Training
Job Retention Coaching
Leadership Development
Life Skills Guidance and Counseling
Supportive Services
Transportation Assistance
Tutoring
Work Experience Training
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Section 188 of WIOA prohibits the exclusion of an individual from participation in, denial of the benefits of, discrimination in, or denial of employment in the administration of or in connection with, any programs and activities funded or otherwise financially assisted in whole or in part under Title I of WIOA because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, and for beneficiaries only, citizenship status, or participation in a program or activity that receives financial assistance under Title I of WIOA.
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Equal Opportunity is the law! Learn more about your rights here:
​https://labor.mo.gov/media/pdf/equal-opportunity-law-poster
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Employment Connection is an equal-opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Missouri Relay Services at 711.
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Who Qualifies?
St. Louis County Residents
Homeless or Aging Out of Foster Care*
*City and county eligible
Pregnant or Parenting
Additional Criteria
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Ages 16 – 24
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Low Income or receiving TANF/SNAP
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Not Attending School or seeking Hi-Set
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Having Difficulty Attending School
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Justice-Involved
More Questions?
Dutchtown Opportunity
Coalition for Youth
The Dutchtown Opportunity Coalition for Youth (DOCY) serves at-risk young people in the South Side neighborhoods of Dutchtown, Gravois Park, and Mount Pleasant by providing opportunities for education and meaningful work as well as safe spaces and engaging activities.
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To learn more about DOCY, contact Program Manager Carlette Smith at (314) 766-2853 or smithc@employmentstl.org.