Westchester County Westchestercounty #42987

Westchester County Seeks Providers for 2026-2027 Youth Employment Program for TANF Youth

Westchester County Department of Social Services Office of Workforce Development is seeking proposals for a Youth Employment Program (YEP) targeting TANF-eligible youth aged 14-20 in Westchester County, NY. - Government Buyer: - Westchester County Department of Social Services, Office of Workforce Development - On behalf of the Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the opportunity is open to public and private organizations. - Products/Services Requested: - Year-round employment, education, and career exploration services for TANF-eligible youth - Recruitment, eligibility certification, job placement, orientation, supervision, and monitoring - Training components including the READI curriculum, sexual harassment prevention, and financial literacy - Supportive services such as transportation, case management, and incentive payments - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Program aims to reduce community gun violence and youth criminal justice involvement - Educational and career exploration activities are capped at 20% of participants - Collaboration with local law enforcement and organizations serving at-risk youth is encouraged - Compliance with New York State and County provisions, and a veterans' priority of service policy - No product part numbers or quantities are specified, as this is a service-based program

Description

The County of Westchester, on behalf of the Westchester-Putnam Workforce Development Board, is soliciting proposals from public and private organizations to provide a Youth Employment Program (YEP) for eligible Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) youth aged 14 to 20. The program aims to reduce community gun violence and youth criminal justice involvement by offering year-round employment, education, and career exploration opportunities. The program will run from September 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, and includes supportive services such as transportation, case management, and incentive payments. Proposers are encouraged to collaborate with local law enforcement and organizations serving at-risk youth.

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