PREPARATION FOR YOUR FUTURE
The EMPOWER program is a structured, three-month employment/work experience/educational opportunity designed for Out of School Youth (OSY) who are 18 to 24 years old and who have had little or no full-time work experience. Applicants for EMPOWER must be referred to the program by an existing youth-oriented program, such as YouthBuild®, etc.
During the three-month work experience program period, EMPOWER participants work full-time (40 hours on the job plus four hours in training per week) at the YMCA of the Rockies - Snow Mountain Ranch, a four-season, family resort. In addition to attending workshops and training designed to prepare them for a rewarding career and earning pay for time spent on the job, participants receive all meals, lodging and other benefits.
Application Deadline
January 14, 2019
Session Start Date
February 25, 2019
Session End Date
May 24, 2019
WHAT PARTICIPANTS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT EMPOWER
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I was a participant in a YouthBuild program. My case manager and I both agreed that Snow Mountain Ranch’s work experience program was what I needed. I have not regretted my decision
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There were few opportunities for me at home. Snow Mountain Ranch not only has given me a place to live and meals, it has given me a chance to learn while I earn a few bucks.
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This place has been a great place to learn different perspectives and gain a sense of responsibility.