The aim is self knowledge. Talk to participants at various times to assess changes in attitude. The JobLink Career Centers offer labor market information, access to career training, and job placement services. Peer Support Groups Bring unemployed people together for mutual support and networking as they search for jobs. They could meet regularly to share job leads and coping strategies and to build confidence.
Some groups maintain a job bank.
Effective support groups increase impact with consistent facilitation, a regular meeting time and location, as well as structured and unstructured time. Most successful programs negotiate with local business and industries to create youth skills partnerships and develop apprenticeship courses. Youth candidates should complete a job preparedness course, define career goals, and understand the world of work. Some programs run from 10th grade for 3 to 4 years. The Extension Career Smarts curriculum is an excellent resource available through the 4-H program.