Ohio Valley Goodwill Prepping for 2020 Summer Youth Services

In response to COVID-19, Ohio Valley Goodwill has re-designed its Summer Youth Services to reflect all recommended Health and Safety guidelines in accordance with the CDC and Ohio Department of Health.

The organization received nearly 100 referrals prior to COVID impacting normal business operations. Goodwill team members had offered students and families the choice of a remote service option or an in-person experience with accommodations for health and safety and all preferred the in-person option. The revamped Summer Youth Services will this year offer experiences 12 hours per week during 3 three week sessions. Work experiences will take place through the organization’s network of retail stores. Summer Youth offers an opportunity to participate in an interactive, paid work experience in an integrated and competitive employment setting.

• Designed to provide students with a variety of work skills such as ability to follow work place rules and communicate needs and questions in the work place.
• Transportation and on-site job coaching support is provided by Ohio Valley Goodwill Community Services team members. This year, families are being asked to assist with transportation due to social distancing requirements.

All Pre-Employment Transition Services for Students are offered through a collaborative partnership with Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities and students must be at least 14 years of age and be eligible for services through OOD.

For more information about Ohio Valley Goodwill’s Pre-Employment Transition Services and Summer Youth Services, please call (513) 771-4800, ext. 6313 or email:  ccombs@cincigoodwill.org.