NCSET Essential Tools Community Resource Mapping
Community Resource Mapping Tool 4: Scanning the Resources
Task: Produce a comprehensive list of the various resources in the community.
Process: Step 1: Across the top of the chart, identify your domains for improved outcomes (e.g., secondary education and graduation; postsec- ondary education and training; career preparation and employment; youth development and leadership; and supportive and adult ser- vices). Step 2: In the left-hand column, list the community resources including organizations, funded projects, initiatives, etc., that support your domains (e.g., workforce-development funded programs, Boys & Girls Clubs, faith-based organizations, school initiatives, etc). Step 3: In the columns to the right, indicate the services or supports provided by each community resource under the appropriate do- mains.
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Targeting Community Resources to Improve Postschool Outcomes for Youth
COMMUNITY Secondary education Postsecondary Career preparation Youth development Supportive and adult RE- and graduation education and and employment and leadership services SOURCES Access to high stan- training Career awareness Person-centered Housing [List dards GED preparation Vocational assess- transition planning Transportation organizations Educational assess- Career and technical ment Self-advocacy Recreation and funded ment programs Work experience Self-determination Mental health projects, Vocational assess- Two- and four-year (paid and unpaid) Social, civic, and Physical wellness programs, and ment degree & certificate Supported employ- leadership skills Adult service initiatives.] Graduation standards programs ment Leadership opportuni- programs Diploma options Adult education Competitive employ- ties Assistive technology Staff training and ment Mentoring Day rehabilitation professional develop- Job development Family involvement ment Service learning Benefits planning Alternative education Child care Case management
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