Youth

Sacramento Works provides employment and education programs for youth in Sacramento County, with special emphasis on programs serving high-risk youth.

• Youth Services are delivered collaboratively in the Sacramento Works One Stop Career Center system. A Youth Specialist at each One Stop helps youth access employment and training resources.
• Community Partnerships –  Sacramento Works partners with a variety of community partners to serve Sacramento Youth.

Programs for High Risk Youth

The Sacramento Works CalGRIP Program began in July 2009. This program serves youth involved in gangs or at risk of gang involvement. Services include assessment, academic and employment counseling and services, training opportunities and support services.

For more information contact: Zachary Stevenson
(916) 525-4717, ext. 7851 or Gema Wright at (916) 262-3215.

Sacramento Works Youth Programs Serve All Youth Ages 14-21

Youth Specialists provide job search assistance, linkages to community resources, career development workshops, resume writing, interview skills, and access to information on education and employment opportunities.

Individualized services are provided to youth ages 16-21 and include:

• Leadership Opportunities
• Work Experience
• Support Services
• Occupational Skills Training
• Mentoring
• Guidance and Counseling