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Education and Workforce Development
JFCS Youth Services is committed to helping youth succeed in school, work, and life. We believe that all youth have the potential to achieve their goals, and we are here to support them in any way we can.
High School Support:
412Futures works with local refugee and immigrant high school students to develop career and job readiness skills, and opportunity to explore post-secondary education options and vocational opportunities.
*Major funding provided by Partner4Work and the Birmingham Foundation.
How We Help
Our counselors address language and cultural barriers to help refugee and immigrant young adults succeed in higher education and future employment. The curriculum includes sessions in developing resumes, filling out job applications and applying for financial aid, as well as field trips to colleges, trade schools and local employers.
CONTACT US TODAY
Erin Barr, JFCS Youth Services Director | 412-863-2779 | ebarr@jfcspgh.org
K-8 Support:
Bridge Builders is an after-school mentoring and enrichment program for resettled refugees ages 5-21 that meets in-person and virtually!
How We Help
The program focuses on English language immersion, social-emotional learning, and cultural exchange, helping participants build important skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Through team-building activities, workshops, and mentorship, youth are able to develop strong relationships and build a sense of community.
Kids and their families enrolled in level 1 also received cultural orientation to navigate the education system.
Participants also have opportunities to learn about and appreciate different cultures and perspectives, broadening their horizons and building empathy and understanding.
CONTACT US TODAY
Erin Barr, JFCS Youth Services Director | 412-863-2779 | ebarr@jfcspgh.org
Summer Employment:
Learn and Earn
Learn and Earn annually places and supervises more than 50 high school students in internships at a variety of local employers from both the private and non-profit sectors.
*Major funding provided by Partner4Work.
How We Help
This program gives young adults their first exposure to the responsibilities of holding a job, and allows them to explore various careers. The students are also paid through the program and receive career guidance from our career counseling staff.
CONTACT US TODAY
Erin Barr, JFCS Youth Services Director | 412-863-2779 | ebarr@jfcspgh.org