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Multiply underserved individuals with ADA qualifying disabilities. Cross-disability program serving people on the disability spectrum who are committed to securing competitive employment and growing their careers.
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SNAP Path to Work offers a variety of education and training programs and supports designed to help you prepare for, find, and succeed in your next job.
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Program Type
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Transitions to Work (TTW) is an extensive training program that enables 16 to 35 year-olds with disabilities to train for careers on-site at employers like CVS Health, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Cambridge and Charlestown, Boston Children's Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, the VA Hospital in Brockton, and NewBridge On the Charles in Dedham.
Program is Offered In
English
Program Hours per Week
7
Program Duration
up to 52 weeks
Rolling Admission
No
Program Start Dates
Retail Industry Training at CVS’s Mock Store (Boston): October and November
Service Careers in Healthcare at Longwood Hospitals (Boston): January into March
Retail Industry Training at CVS’s Mock Store (Boston): February and March
Retail Industry Training at CVS’s Mock Store (Boston): May
Retail Industry Training at CVS’s Mock Store (Boston): September and October
Sample Schedule
| Hours | Activity Type | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
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| 9:00am-3:00pm | Industry Education and Skills Development | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| 9:00am-3:00pm | Career Search/Career Advancement | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Other Schedule Information
Retail Industry Training at CVS’s Mock Store: 5 weeks (including one externship week); 3 days/week
Service Careers in Healthcare at Longwood Hospitals: 7 weeks; 4 days/week plus Friday zoom class
After training, JVS staff provide coaching and support and work with graduates for up to one year to secure and maintain paid employment and develop a growing career.
Program Requirements
CORI check | SORI check
Program is CORI-friendly?
Yes
Anticipated outcomes
ServSafe Food Handler's Certificate | Food Industry Training Certificate | Retail Industry Training Certificate | Stackable Credential(s) | Employment/Promotion | Basic skills gain | Industry skills gain
Participant Supports
| Participant Support Category | All participants | As needed |
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| DTA SNAP Child Care Referral | ✓ | |
| DTA SNAP Transportation Support | ✓ | |
| Test/License Fees | ✓ | |
| Books/Supplies | ✓ | |
| Clothing/Uniforms | ✓ | |
| Computer and Internet | ✓ |
Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant?
No
Do participants receive any pay?
Not applicable
Location
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CVS Health Workforce Innovation and Talent Center: 75 Federal Street, 3rd Floor, Boston, MA 02110
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Center for Life Science Boston (Boston Children's Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconness Training Classrooms): 3 Blackfan Street, Boston, MA 02115
Public Transit Information
CVS Health Workforce Innovation and Talent Center is accessible by all major Public Transportation trains, MBTA bus lines and trollies.
Center for Life Science Boston is accessible from the MBTA Green Line on either a D or E train as well as multiple bus routes.
Additional Information About Location
Most of the training takes place at specific employer sites. The Friday class is held virtually.
Phone Number
617-399-3131
Other Contact Information
Fill out an application and take the next step toward your new career: https://www.jvs-boston.org/uif-program-applications