YouthReady Region 6 WIOA Youth Program Overview

The WIOA Youth Program in Region 6 provides federally funded services to assist low-income youth in achieving their educational and employment goals through personalized plans and various core services such as work experiences, tutoring, occupational skills training, and more. Counties served include Barbour, Braxton, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Lewis, Marion, Monongalia, Preston, Randolph, Taylor, Tucker, and Upshur. Call WV Relay 7-1-1 for assistance.

• WIOA Youth Program
• Region 6
• Educational Services
• Employment Assistance
• Federal Funding

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1. YouthReady Region 6 - WIOA Youth Program These programs and services are 100% federally funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and are administered through the Region VI Workforce Development Board. Region VI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. If you have a hearing impairment and need assistance, call WV Relay 7-1-1

2. What is the WIOA Youth Program? The WorkForce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Youth Program is designed to assist low-income youth achieve their educational and employment goals. If eligible, participants work with a Service Placement Specialist to create a personalized plan for a successful future. These programs and services are 100% federally funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and are administered through the Region VI Workforce Development Board. Region VI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. If you have a hearing impairment and need assistance, call WV Relay 7-1-1

3. What counties does Region 6 serve? Barbour Braxton Doddridge Gilmer Harrison Lewis Marion Monongalia Preston Randolph Taylor Tucker Upshur These programs and services are 100% federally funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and are administered through the Region VI Workforce Development Board. Region VI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. If you have a hearing impairment and need assistance, call WV Relay 7-1-1

4. What services does the WIOA Youth Program Provide? Participants enrolled in this program can take advantage of the 14 core services. Paid and Unpaid Work Experiences Tutoring, Study Skills Training, Dropout Prevention Strategies Occupational Skills Training Alternative Secondary School offerings/Dropout Recovery Services Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Integrated Education and Occupational Training Financial Literacy Education Entrepreneurial Skills Training Leadership Development Activities Supportive Services Adult Mentoring Follow-up Services Post-secondary Preparation Labor Market Information These programs and services are 100% federally funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and are administered through the Region VI Workforce Development Board. Region VI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. If you have a hearing impairment and need assistance, call WV Relay 7-1-1

5. Who is eligible for the WIOA Youth Program? 1. Individuals aged 16 to 24 and not attending school AND 2. Fall within one or more of the following categories: o Individual with a disability o School dropout o Not attended school for at least the most recent complete school year calendar quarter. o A high school graduate who is: basic skills deficient; low income, or an English language learner. o Offender o Homeless, runaway, or foster child o Pregnant or parenting o A low-income individual who requires additional assistance to enter or complete an educational program or to secure or hold employment These programs and services are 100% federally funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and are administered through the Region VI Workforce Development Board. Region VI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. If you have a hearing impairment and need assistance, call WV Relay 7-1-1

6. Supportive Services Offered in Region: Training-Related Needs-Based Payments: Youth receive a $5.00 per hour training- related needs-based payment for each hour spent in classroom training or unpaid work activities, such as: Occupational Exploration, internships, and community services. TASC Attainment Incentive Youth receive a $100.00 incentive for receiving their TASC. Successful completion will be documented by the attainment of a diploma. Measurable Gains Bonus Youth receive a $50.00 and $25.00 bonuses for increasing their TABE levels, receiving a promotion at work, completing additional certificates, obtaining their driver's license...and other steps that lead to self-sufficiency. Additional Assistance The program covers costs associated with testing, certification and lab fees. Staff can assist with resources needed to go to work, such as specialized tools or clothing. These programs and services are 100% federally funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and are administered through the Region VI Workforce Development Board. Region VI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. If you have a hearing impairment and need assistance, call WV Relay 7-1-1

7. Region 6 WIOA Youth Program Office Locations: Fairmont Office 320 Adams Street, Suite 103 Fairmont, WV 26554 Phone: (304) 365-3146 Counties served: Monongalia, Marion, and Preston Contact: Suzanne Lewis Office 115 Main Ave. Weston, WV 26452 Phone: (304) 940-3966 Counties Served: Barbour, Braxton and Gilmer Contact: Trecie Coleman Elkins Office Clarksburg Office 153 West Main St. Suite B Clarksburg, WV 26301 Phone: (304) 657-5698 Counties Served: Doddridge, Lewis, Harrison and Taylor Contact: Bethany McBee 1200 Harrison Ave., Suite 103 Elkins, WV 26241 Phone: (304) 637-0718 Counties Served: Randolph, Tucker, and Upshur Contact: Crystal Replogle These programs and services are 100% federally funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and are administered through the Region VI Workforce Development Board. Region VI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. If you have a hearing impairment and need assistance, call WV Relay 7-1-1

8. Region 6 WIOA Youth Program YouthReady To learn more about the WIOA Youth Program, contact the office for the county you are located in. These programs and services are 100% federally funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and are administered through the Region VI Workforce Development Board. Region VI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. If you have a hearing impairment and need assistance, call WV Relay 7-1-1