Our Mission

GNJ Provides programs and services that assist individuals with obtaining their career and/or personal goals as well as enhance, build and

revitalize communities!

Eligibility Criteria

Out-of-School Youth Between 16-21Low Income As Defined In WIAState Issued Picture IDSocial Security CardProof of CitizenshipSelective Service (Male Only 18-25)

Deficient In Basic Literacy SkillsHomeless, Runaway, or Foster ChildPregnant or Parenting YouthOffenderYouth With A DisabilityDisadvantaged

In order to meet the criteria for the program, you must have at least one of the following in addition to the programs income requirements:

Income Criteria

•Income verification documents includes at least one of the following:Copy of the paycheck stub ORFood Stamp, TANF, Child Support, SSI, and/or SSDI printoutProof of Unemployment (Letter of Determination Printout) or Lay off letter and verificationThe parent or youth can use a self-statement if he/she is not employed and the aforementioned documents do not apply.

1 $ 9,8152 $ 16,0843 $ 22,0834 $ 27,2615 $ 32,1696 $ 37,6257 $ 43,0818 $ 48,537

For additional family members add

$5,456

If the parent’s income is more than the poverty guideline for their family, the youth is not eligible for the program.

THE GOALS OF WIA• To increase employment, as measured by entry into unsubsidized employment;

• To increase retention in unsubsidized employment six months after entry into employment;

• To increase earnings received in unsubsidized employment for youth, adults and dislocated workers; and

• To enhance customer satisfaction for participants and for

employers.

Youth Program FLOW CHART

Eligibility & Program Interest Form

I-X-Cel TrainingGreen Tech

TrainingGED Training

ActivitiesAnd/or

Referrals

Supportive Services

Goal Achievement

Follow-Up

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EmploymentPlacement

Career Specialist Registration &

I-X-Cel Assessment

Train -to-WorkLeadership Dev.Employability

Training

O*Net Assessment WEX TrainingOJT Training

Occupational Training Technology Training

I-X-Cel Assessments & TrainingThe I-X-Cel Assessment is not a test. It’s used to determine your current employability skills in the areas of math, reading and workplace communication.

Participants who do not have a diploma /equivalent will be required to attend GED classes.

Each participant will be required to attend Green Tech Training for information on “Green” careers.

GREEN TECH

DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE

Train-To-Work Program Includes:

Leadership Development

Employability Training

Working With Teams

Practical Application

On-Site Work Experience (Paid or Unpaid)On-The-Job, Occupational or Specialty TrainingEmployment Placement

Leadership & Working With Teams7 Leadership Competencies include

Can Demonstrate Readiness to Secure and Hold a Job

Can Listen Well To Others

Can Participate in Self-Estimation

Can Set and Achieve Personal Development Goals

Can Define the Functions, Skills, and Attitudes of Effective Leaders

Can Find Information Through Researching

Can Keep a Weekly Schedule and Calendar

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Employability & Work Readiness5 Trainings include:

Resume Development

Skills Analysis (Transferable Skill Sets)

Workplace Basics

Customer Service (Satisfying Your Internal and External Customers)

Employer Expectations

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OJT, Occupational, Specialty Training

Placements May Include:

Construction

Warehouse & Manufacturing

Hospitality /Casino Sites

Offices (That Provide Customer Service Opportunities)

Health and Personal Care

Automotive/Transportation

IT & Data Entry

Customer Service Representative

What’s Next?

1. Complete The Eligibility Documents

2. Complete The I-X-Cel Assessment

3. You Must Be Willing To Commit To The Required Hours

4. Upon Successful Completion, You Will Be Placed in at least one of the following:

Work Experience On-The-Job Training Occupational Training Opportunity

LOCATIONMAIN OFFICE

2535 W. Cheyenne Blvd. Ste. 107North Las Vegas, NV 89032

(702) 648-1407 Office(702) 648-3517 Fax

Visit Us Online athttp://www.gnjinc.org

Ms. Hadnot Ms. Swingle