AKA:

Illinois Youth Investment Program (IYIP)

Description:

Provides employment opportunities for at-risk youth in Lake County. Offers a chance to develop workplace skills and gain experience through subsidized employment. Offers both short and long-term programs. Youth will earn minimum wage and receive a paycheck every two weeks.

Eligibility:

Must be a U.S. citizen and Lake County resident between the ages of 16-24 years old
Must meet at least one risk-factor, such as:
- Resides in a household that receives public assistance
- Resides in a single-parent household, or one that either parent is incarcerated
- Youth or their siblings have dropped out of school, are pregnant, or justice-involved
- Youth has a disability or IEP
- Youth identifies as LGBTQ
- Youth has academic difficulties, behavior issues, or truancy concerns
- Visit website for a complete list of risk factors

Languages:

None

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Visit website for application

Documents required:
- State ID/Driver's License
- Social Security Card
- Birth Certificate
- Direct Deposit Form

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Legal Status:

State

Date of Official Change:

November 15, 2024

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