Workforce Development TAY Works! integrates workforce readiness, peer mentoring and on-the-job training to youth in San Diego.

TAY Works! is a comprehensive youth job development program that supports and empowers youth to achieve their employment and educational goals.

TAY Works! is a job development program designed for Transition Aged Youth between the ages of 16-24 that provides skill building workshops, one-on-one case management, and hands-on training. Our work readiness programming focuses on critical thinking, professionalism and the opportunity for participants to complete on the job training with local business owners who will mentor them as they navigate the workforce.

employers partnering with us to offer job training opportunities for youth

“San Diego Youth Services has helped me through the toughest times in my life.
They have gone to great lengths to ensure that I build a bright future for myself. When I entered the program, I was at a low-point and wasn't sure how exactly was going to get out of it. My Case Manager and his team gave me assurance that I would be taken care of, and I was. They made me feel like there was always someone who was looking out for me, who had my back, because they do."

Success Story, TAY Works! Service Partner

TAY Works!

TAY Works! offers several pathways to youth throughout San Diego County that focuses on Education, Employment, and Entrepreneurship. The program gives youth the opportunity to develop job skills, establish connections, and practice professional through workshops and work-based learning. To be eligible for TAY Works! programing, youth must be ages 16 – 24.

Last year, we served a total of 189 youth and families.

TAY Works! Programming

TAY Works! provides services for youth 16-24 years old who reside in San Diego County. Participants are supported with employment, entrepreneurship and educational goals.

Workforce development programming includes:

Skill building workshops
Financial Literacy
Resume Building
Interview Prep
PAID work experience
Job shadowing

Supportive Services:

Interview Clothing
Books & School Supplies
Support with acquiring I9 work documents
Bus Passes
Other

Work-Based Learning

On the job (OJT) training opportunities are available for participants to utilize the skills they have learned and navigate the workforce with program mentors. OJT’s hands on learning provides a space for participants to gain work experience with internal apprenticeships and local businesses.

Ground Up Coffee – Barista Training
Catering & Events – Culinary basics training
Additional administrative opportunities available
Community Partners:
- Daygo Performance
- Kem Coffee Shop
- Power Boxing
- Giorginos
- Junktime
- ISH Exculsive

Learn More

TAY Works! has a team of career navigators who will create individualized plans for participants to meet their educational and employment goals. Our intake coordinator will contact participants directly to schedule an initial appointment and learn more about how we can support. A career navigator will be assigned to support the youth in their journey to becoming a self-sufficient, responsible, and empowered young adult.