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EXHIBIT 2 <br /> demand fields, such as construction, manufacturing, IT, culinary arts, and transportation, <br /> leading to the attainment of a postsecondary credential or secondary school diploma.These <br /> programs will provide up to $5,000 in tuition assistance to cover costs like tuition, tools, <br /> clothing, and equipment.The Career Navigator will assist participants in selecting and enrolling <br /> in the appropriate certification programs, offering support through facility tours and enrollment <br /> sessions. If a GED is required but not yet obtained, the Career Navigator will connect <br /> participants to alternative education programs, such as those through Santa Ana Community <br /> College Continuing Education,to ensure they meet enrollment prerequisites. <br /> B. The Career Navigator will assist participants in identifying and enrolling in WIOA-approved <br /> postsecondary credential or secondary school diploma programs that align with their career <br /> goals. Through its other City of Santa Ana-funded contract (Prison to Employment program), <br /> Working Wardrobes has successfully helped clients enroll in programs at institutions such as <br /> North Orange County Education (NOCE), Santa Ana College, HealthstaffTraining Institute, H.B. <br /> CDLTraining (Driving School), CTM Welding Training&Certification, and more. Working <br /> Wardrobes will leverage these established partnerships to identify suitable programs for out-of- <br /> school youth. <br /> C.The Career Navigator will work with participants to create individualized employment plans <br /> based on each youth's career interests, strengths and assessments. For clients uncertain of <br /> their career path,the program will provide access to the B-Unbound platform (b-unbound.org), <br /> connecting participants with volunteer mentors from high-demand industries. Mentorship <br /> activities between participants and B-Unbound Supportive Adults include: <br /> • Informational interviews. <br /> • "A day in the life" workplace tours and job shadowing. <br /> • Passion and skill-building exercises. <br /> Upon being matched in the B-Unbound platform, participants will have six months to access the <br /> platform and request up to 5 mentorship connections.The Career Navigator will ensure the <br /> mentorship is a good match and assist with navigating the platform, coordinating meetings, and <br /> fostering connections. Supportive Adults working with minors will undergo a background check <br /> before starting mentorship activities. <br /> D. The Rebuilding Careers for Young Adults program prepares youth for postsecondary <br /> education and training through: <br /> • Workforce Readiness Training: Offering critical skills like time management, <br /> communication, professionalism, resume,job search and interviewing skill building. <br /> • Mentorship and Networking: Connecting youth to volunteer HR-subject matter expert <br /> Career Coaches and industry mentors through B-Unbound who can guide them in <br /> selecting the right educational pathways, such as certifications or degrees. <br /> • Application and Enrollment Support:The Career Navigator helps youth identify <br /> appropriate education or training programs and guides them through the application <br /> process. <br />