Nonprofit human services organization helping individuals with disabilities or disadvantages reach their full potential.
ON THE PATH To Self-Sufficiency
Helping parents identify and overcome barriers to employment while setting a course towards greater self-dependence and stability.
Youth and family services
Shangri-La's Youth and Family Services works with parents receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) enrolled in the DHS Jobs Opportunity and Basic Skills (JOBS) Program.
Supports are aimed helping parents overcome barriers to employment and achieve greater self-sufficiency (i.e., reduce their reliance on government assistance).
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Job Readiness
Training to help prepare for the competitive job market and obtaining employment.
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Work Experience
Meaningful paid and unpaid work experience opportunities for JOBS Plus participants to help​ learn new skills and experience real work environments.
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Teen Parent Program
Services to help teen parents complete high school or obtain their GED.
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Youth Career Exploration
Guides youth (ages 15-18) in exploring and experiencing careers.
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Locations
DHS Offices in Marion, Polk, and Yamhill counties.
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Eligibility
Must be a DHS JOBS Program participant and be referred to services by a DHS case manager.
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Services can be provided in Spanish.
