Service Overview
Wealth is a crucial component of resilience and can be as simple as a savings account. VOA-GNY’s wealth-building services include traditional workforce development and financial empowerment programs that assist clients in obtaining a reliable stream of income and managing it effectively. We’re also focused on the long-term goal of promoting the accumulation of assets for our clients, knowing that a lack of financial safety net is a root cause of housing instability—even more so than low wages or loss of income.
VOA-GNY’s newly-opened Economic Empowerment Center in the Bronx serves as a home for our growing portfolio of wealth-building services.
Sites and Programs
Workforce Development Program
Career Access Program is designed for adults above the age of 18 who are experiencing homelessness in New York City and have a disability, including brain trauma as a result of domestic violence. Through personalized job training and career coaching, participants can expect to gain the skills and confidence needed to secure and maintain employment.
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The contents of this web page were developed under a grant from the U.S. Department of Education (Department). The Department does not mandate or prescribe practices, models, or other activities described or discussed on this web page. The contents of this web page may contain examples of, adaptations of, and links to resources created and maintained by another public or private organization. The Department does not control or guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of this outside information. The content of this web page does not necessarily represent the policy of the Department. This publication is not intended to represent the views or policy of or be an endorsement of any views expressed or materials provided by any Federal agency.
Workforce Development Program
YouthBuild is a workforce development initiative for youth ages 17 to 24 who live in Upper Manhattan and the Bronx. The program offers a comprehensive approach to youth workforce development, combining education, job training, work experience, employment, and leadership development.
Participants will work closely with an Economic Empowerment Specialist to develop and achieve individualized employment and financial goals. They’ll receive training and certification in OSHA 40, National Center for Construction, Education, and Research (NCCER), and Green Building Certificates. They’ll also receive a hands-on internship at an active construction site and wrap-around support such as child care and mental health services.
The total cost of the VOA–GNY YouthBuild program is $1,875,000. $1,500,000 (80%) is funded through the U.S. Department of Labor – Employment and Training Administration grant. $375,000 (20%) is funded through non-federal resources. Volunteers of America-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories.
Participants will work closely with an Economic Empowerment Specialist to develop and achieve individualized employment and financial goals. They’ll receive training and certification in OSHA 40, National Center for Construction, Education, and Research (NCCER), and Green Building Certificates. They’ll also receive a hands-on internship at an active construction site and wrap-around support such as child care and mental health services.
The total cost of the VOA–GNY YouthBuild program is $1,875,000. $1,500,000 (80%) is funded through the U.S. Department of Labor – Employment and Training Administration grant. $375,000 (20%) is funded through non-federal resources. Volunteers of America-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories.
