Youth Opportunity Program

Youth Opportunity Program

The Youth Opportunity Program (YOP) offers Monroe County youth an opportunity to complete a diploma, GED or to get and keep a job.

Program Information

The Youth Opportunity Program (YOP) offers Monroe County youth:

• Academic Skills

• Employment Services

• Career Information

If you are 14-24 years old, from a low-income family, and could use help to complete a diploma, GED or to get and keep a job, let us show you how we can help!

Educational Services

The YOP offers a wide range of individual and group services for youth who are getting a high school diploma and for those in need of a GED. The educational services include:

• One-on-one study sessions

• Collaboration with high school teachers and counselors

• GED test payment

• Weekly appointments

• Assistance with college enrollment and applying for financial aid

• Advanced training and certificate program payment

• Other supportive services, including transportation

 Employment Opportunities

The YOP provides personalized employment services. We offer services that will assist youth in finding and keeping a job, including:

• Career exploration

• Individual job search

• Personalized resume and cover letter construction

• Work-readiness workshops

• Job shadowing

• Other supportive services

YOP Referrals

The YOP referral process begins with the completion of the YOP Referral Online Form. Once this form is completed, a YOP specialist will be in contact with you.