OLMIS

Published Dec-15-2009

The Youth Transition Program (YTP) helps students with disabilities transition from school to paid, competitive employment, or post-secondary education. The program is currently in more than 100 public high schools around the state. The student, a school transition specialist, and a vocational counselor work together to develop a career plan that is driven by the student's interests, skills, and preferences. Through the program, students receive:

• Transition planning focused on post-school goals
  
• Instruction in academic, vocational, and independent living and personal social areas
  
• Community-based work experience and assistance to secure employment or continue education beyond high school
  
• Follow up support for up to one year after leaving the program to help them negotiate the uncertainties of the transition years.

For more information, contact the YTP Coordinator at (503) 945-6975 or e-mail Clayton.Z.Rees@state.or.us or visit www.ytporegon.org.