Benefit to the Organization
Why do organizations request Right Track workers?
Organizations request Right Track workers for a variety of reasons, but some of the most common are because they hope to empower youth with new skills and work experience, they appreciate the extra help/support at their organization for no cost, and they want to create a workforce that is reflective of the changing demographics of Saint Paul.
What kind of support do you offer to supervisors/organizations?
We offer several trainings throughout the summer for supervisors; some are specific to Right Track, and others are specific to your professional development as a supervisor working with youth. We also have Program Liaisons and a Project Manager who can visit your site, provide you with additional resources, and help mediate when–and if–issues arise.
How do we become a YJ1 Provider?
If you are interested in becoming a new YJ1 Provider, contact Program Manager, Xue Xiong (xue.xiong@ci.stpaul.mn.us) to discuss the program and if your organization would be a good fit for YJ1.
We will send out information and “Provider Application” requesting summer workers in mid-January and make award announcements in early February
My organization currently has school-year Right Track workers and has always been a summer worksite provider. Do I still have to submit a provider application?
Yes.
There are multiple worksites within my organization. Do we each submit an application?
No. There should be one application for each organization, even if there are multiple worksites. The Provider Application has space to indicate how many worksites you have.
When do we find out if we were awarded Right Track positions?
Award notices will go out in early February.
What if I miss the deadline?
Contact us at RightTrack@ci.stpaul.mn.us or 651-266-6363 to discuss options and possibilities.
Eligibility
Do I have to be a youth-serving agency in order to host a Right Track worker?
No. We partner with organizations whose mission and vision vary widely from each other. That said, we do want to make sure your worksite and staff are welcoming and inclusive to youth, and will inform you of professional development opportunities as they arise.
Do I have to be a non-profit organization?
No. But if you are a for-profit organization, you may align better with our YJ2 internship program. To learn more about YJ2, please check out our YJ2 page .
The Hiring Process
How do we get workers?
After interviewing interested applicants you will extend job offers to those you wish to hire. You will inform Right Track of those who accept your offer and we will verify with those young people they have accepted your position and “Matched” with your job.
I still have questions!
Contact us at RightTrack@ci.stpaul.mn.us or 651-266-6363.
