Programs that provide opportunities for people to investigate their occupational interests through simulated job experiences such as role playing; career mentoring, i.e., pairing professionals and people interested in that occupation; and job shadowing, a work-based learning experience that allows a visitor to follow a host during a typical day (or other period of time) observing and asking questions about a particular career. Also included are police explorer programs, fire cadet explorer programs, and other similar groups which provide opportunities for youth who may be interested in pursuing a career in these fields as adults to gain experience in the area.
18 years or older, Monroe County Resident, US Citizen or Permanent Resident, be willing and able to work, household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guideline
Age 18 or older. People with disabilities or a history of employment challenges. Meet the requirements of VESID or ACCES/VR, Office of Mental health or CBVH.
Students in grades 7 through 12. Must have at least two of the following risk factors:
Low socioeconomic status (SES).
Low school attendance.
Overage for grade.
Failing 2 or 3 core subjects.
ELA/Math level below 3.
Suspensions.
Must attend one of the designated Hillside Work Scholarship Schools, including:
Early College International High School.
East High School.
Edison Career & Technology.
Gates-Chili High School.
Gates-Chili Middle School.
Greece Athena High School.
James Monroe High School.
Joseph C. Wilson High School Commencement Academy.
School of the Arts.
School Without Walls (480 Broadway Avenue, 14607).
World of Inquiry #58.
RIA.
Thurgood Marshall.
Padilla.