OHDC YouthSource 
Workforce Investment Act Program

OHDC's YouthSource Program serves Southeast Washington County. The program is designed to assist youth to obtain their educational credentials while receiving support services, high school credit courses, employment readiness training and job development services. Preparation/transition services for advanced training and college studies are also integrated into program services. Incented service learning and work-based learning experiences are available through the on-site entrepreneurship program The Supa Fresh Youth Farm, as well as with other business and organizations.

The OHDC YouthSource Program is funded by WorkSystems, Inc. through a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor: Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aides and service are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Service Area - Southeast Washington County

Participant Expectations

  • Attend scheduled weekly or bi-monthly training
  • Be on time and remember appointments
  • Complete assignments and participation requirements
  • Participate in community-based and work-based projects
  • Participate with a positive attitude

Program Eligibility

  • Ages 16 - 21 years
  • Currently in school (high school, alternative education, GED)
  • Recent high school or GED drop-out
  • Low income status or other identified barriers meeting WIA eligibility requirements
  • Committed to obtaining an educational credential
  • Willing to work, join the military, or attend college/advanced training upon program completion

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Contact Us

OHDC YouthSource
8040 SW Durham Road
Tigard, OR 97224

Phone: 509.774.8139
Fax (ohdc): 503.430.5909

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For more information please contact our awesome staff:

Program Director

Mia Bartlett                       
tbartlett@ohdc.org

Education Coordinator
Katrin Dougherty        
kdougherty@ohdc.org

Career Specialist
Brenda Avila                       
bavila@ohdc.org

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