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Programs and Services 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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This program will train students to become Peer Support Workers. Through shared understanding, respect, and mutual empowerment, peer support workers help people become and stay engaged in the recovery process and reduce the likelihood of relapse related to trauma and/or mental health conditions. Students will build foundational skills and practices with a focus on career coaching and navigation, mental health, addiction, advocating for people in recovery, sharing resources and building skills, building community and relationships, leading recovery groups, and mentoring and setting goals.
Participants usually have lived experience of recovery from a mental health condition, substance use disorder, or both. They provide support to others experiencing similar challenges
Career coaching, professional skills, job search strategies, and resume assistance will be provided and contextualized to the human service field.
We understand that emergencies happen. Attendance is expected at all modules to receive credit for the program. Excused absence will be at the discretion of the instructor.
Program Duration
16 weeks
Rolling Admission
No
Program Start Dates
January 2025 Winter/Spring Semester
Information sessions will be held late Fall 2024
Sample Schedule
Hours
Activity Type
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
6:00pm-9:00pm
Instruction via Zoom
✓
✓
Varies
Peer Coaching
Other Schedule Information
Students should expect to have classes 2 to 3 evenings per week for 2-3 hours each
Program Requirements
High school diploma/GED/HiSET
Program is CORI-friendly?
Yes
Anticipated outcomes
Employment/Promotion | Basic skills gain
Participant Supports
Participant Support Category
All participants
As needed
DTA SNAP Child Care Referral
✓
Test/License Fees
✓
Books/Supplies
✓
Loaner laptop
✓
DTA SNAP Transportation Support
✓
Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant?
No
Do participants receive any pay?
Not applicable
Location
Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center, 540 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601
