Hi, To mindoverchatter
Remember never give up like that on your child, Tehillim and siyata dishmaya will do the trick,
If the boy you are talking about comes from a chasiddishe background
then Anachnu, run by Rabbi Babad and Rabbi Kaluszyner Have a few programs for working boys, They have a drop in center as well as yeshiva placements, mentoring, and parent coaching, And a full day yeshiva,
They can be reached at 718-705-8266
Hatzlocha Rabah