How Employment Programs Can Support Young People Transitioning Out of Foster Care: Formative Evaluation Findings of Two Employment Programs

Study type
Outcome studies
Qualitative or implementation studies
Location
California,
Illinois
Population
Young people under 25
People involved in the child welfare system

Outcomes measured

Employment

  • Attainment of employability/work readiness skills 
  • Employment placement/attainment 

Practices

Postsecondary Education

  • Occupational skills training, sectoral training, and industry-recognized credential training

Job and Career Education and Training

  • Career exploration and career counseling
  • Work readiness training
  • Pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships, on-the-job training for a particular industry
  • Temporary and transitional work experiences

Employment Placement and Supports

  • Job placement
  • Supports to maintain employment

Support Services

  • Mental and behavioral health supports
  • Supports for basic needs
  • Post-program supports
  • Legal services

Youth Development and Engagement Approaches

  • Family engagement
  • Cohort model
  • Connections to a caring adult  
Publications
In Compendium
No