Career Path for Foster Youth

You may be eligible if you:

• Are currently age 17-21
• Live in Philadelphia and/or have an open case with Philadelphia DHS
• Have a chronic illness and/or disability. Some examples are: learning disability, intellectual disability, ADHD, sickle cell disease, epilepsy, autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury and others.
• Want to work in the community

As part of the program, you will get help from job coaches, social workers and a community transition worker with:

• Setting job goals, and planning your career
• Learning job skills and other skills to help you be successful at work
• Working on your resume and cover letter
• Applying for jobs, and getting ready for interviews
• Getting used to a new job once you are employed