The program has expanded to provide employment experiences to 280 program participants with almost 80 employers.
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. Berks County has placed 15 youth who have disabilities or face other employment barriers with summer jobs thanks to a partnership with the
MaKayla is working as a camp counselor at the Olivet Boys and Girls Club. She assists youth with activities such as boat riding, canoeing, and art; among other things. 'I enjoy hanging with the kids, learning new things about them and being there,' she says.. The summer employment program was created by OVR to provide high school students with disabilities the opportunity to work at jobs in their communities.
Recent high school graduate and YAP Berks County, Pa. program participant MaKayla, who stutters when she is anxious, is working as a camp counselor at the Olivet Boys and Girls Club. She assists youth with activities such as boat riding, canoeing, and art; among other things. “They all have potential and I believe in their potential,” he said. “With their developmental disabilities, they have challenges communicating with their peers, but while here they are being more open. I think they will be able to overcome their challenges.”
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