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YOUTH IN TRANSITION

ICD’s “School to Success” Program

In the 2023-2024 school year, ICD is seeking a third New York City public high school partner for our no-cost “School to Success” program.

If you are interested in being considered for this partnership, please click here to fill out a short survey. 

In 2022, ICD launched its “School to Success” program, which is a long-term, early career readiness program that brings ICD’s demonstrated workforce development expertise directly into NYC public high schools to serve youth with disabilities. The program supports students as they transition from high school to post-secondary vocational training, college, or directly into the workforce.

Launched in Discovery High School in the Bronx and Richmond Hill High School in Queens, ICD’s “School to Success” program currently serves over 400 students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or 504 plans by providing holistic navigation services through a school-based coach/counselor called a Navigator.

ICD’s Navigators work with youth starting in the 9th grade and persisting through at least one-year post-graduation. Five key services are provided to students based on need through this program, including:

  1. Intake, assessment, and evaluation to engage students in developing a career plan

  2. Long-term coaching and psychosocial support to help students develop resiliency

  3. Parental/caregiver education and involvement to deepen student support networks

  4. Group-based workshops, including interview preparation, resume-building, work readiness/soft skills training, benefits and financial counseling, and digital literacy

  5. Connection to a constellation of vetted service providers including vocational training schools, college counselors and accessibility offices, and job placement professionals

ICD’s “School to Success” Contact:

Mirka Tejada, Manager of Transition Services and Head of CBO Partnerships, Mtejada@icdnyc.org

ICD’s On-Site Pre-Employment Transition Services

In addition to our “School to Success” program, ICD offers on-site Career Readiness and Training Programs designed to prepare young adults for success in their educational and employment pursuits. These services take place at our offices located in Lower Manhattan and support students with disabilities through one-on-one and group counseling, hands-on work readiness and occupational skills training programs, and real-world work experiences. Our programs will help you enter the workforce with confidence and set you on a path to advancement. Students develop practical soft skills, explore a wide range of career options, and build self-confidence, which prepares them for long-term career success.

WHO WILL BENEFIT?

  • Out of school youth ages 16-24 in need of educational and employment supports

  • Young adults transitioning from school to work

  • High school aged youth who wish to explore options for work

  • Young adults with legal issues needing alternative programs

  • People with limited work history

Learn more about ICD services for Youth in Transition:

To learn more or for a free consultation, please contact us at 212-585-6033.

To fill out our inquiry form and sign up for an information session and/or tour, click here.