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The Job Council - Out of School Youth Program
If you are 16-21 and are not currently attending school, this program is for you! Whether or not you have completed a GED/diploma program, The Job Council offers a variety of services to help you find and keep a job, further your career goals and complete or continue your education.
http://www.jobcouncil.org/page.asp?navid=150
The Job Council (541)776-5100
www.jobcouncil.org
673 Market Street, Medford, Oregon
On the job training programs, skills training,
job seekers seminars
Job Corps 1(800)344-4339
Free vocational training programs for youth with low income
ages 16-24
Worksource Oregon, Oregon Employment Department
http://www.workinginoregon.org
Check out our website to:
Register for work using Imatchskills
Browse for available jobs
File for Unemployment Benefits
Medford (541)776-6060
119 N Oakdale Ave.
Medford, Oregon 97501
Vocational Rehabilitation (541)776-3065
Temporary and permanent disability, free
screening and assessment, counseling, job
training, and follow-up
Labor Laws
There are labor laws that protect young people in the work force. Although minors are no longer required to have permits, you, your parents, and employers should be aware of laws and regulations applying to young people, ages 14-17 and the kinds of jobs and working hours that are allowed.
http://www.oregon.gov/BOLI/WHD/index.shtml
http://employment.findlaw.com/?DCMP=KWC-G-PUBLIC
