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    Greater Lawrence Community Action Council, Inc.
    • 305 Essex Street, Lawrence, MA 01840
    • 978-620-4729
    • Job Search Training
    Workforce Community Services – Workforce Development, Adult Learning and Financial Empowerment Division
    Program activities:

    Foundation Resume Writing (Workshop) 

    Students will learn essential skills and strategies for creating effective resumes that highlight qualifications and experiences, ultimately enhancing career prospects.

    Resume Review (Individual/One-on-one)

    By participating in this class will refine and improve existing resumes through expert guidance and feedback, ensuring they effectively showcase skills and accomplishments to prospective employers.

    Interview Prep. (Workshop) 

    Students will be equipped with the essential skills and confidence needed to excel in job interviews, including mastering common interview questions, and refining personal branding.

    Interview Practice (Individual/One-on-one)

    Participants will be provided with hands-on experience and constructive feedback in simulated interview scenarios, enhancing their ability to effectively communicate qualifications, respond to questions, and project professionalism.

    Job Search Assistance (Individual/One-on-one)

    Participants will feel empowered having learned essential skills and strategies for navigating the job market, including job application best practices, and interview preparation, ultimately enhancing their prospects for securing meaningful employment.

    Soft Skills Building 

    By participating in this workshop student will learn to cultivate and strengthen essential soft skills such as communication, teamwork, adaptability, time management, and emotional intelligence, empowering participants to excel personally and professionally

    Program is offered in: English
    Participant demographics:

    Low income, Latino-Hispanic Origins, general population 18+ Age, Employed & Unemployed

    Anticipated number of SNAP participants per year: 30
    Total hours: 18
    Information About Program Hours: The expectation for job seekers is to attend at least two workshops, two one on one job search assistance and work on homework for 2 hours per workshop.
    Program duration: 40 weeks
    Rolling Admission: Yes
    Number of cycles: 4
    Sample schedule:
    HoursActivity TypeMonTueWedThuFriSatSun
    AM/PMFoundation Resume Writing✓
    AM/PMResume Review✓
    AM/PMInterview Prep.✓
    AM/PMInterview Practice
    AM/PMJob Search Assistance✓✓✓✓✓
    AM/PMSoft Skills Building✓
    Other Schedule Information: Foundation Resume Writing, from 6pm to 8pm. Resume Review, from 6pm to 8pm. Interview Prep., from 6pm to 8pm. Interview Practice: TBD by participant progress. Job Search Assistance: By appointment. Soft Skills Building: TBD by participant progress.
    Is the program offered remotely? Possible, but not typical
    Is public transportation available? Yes

    Location information:

    98 East Haverhill St, Lawrence, MA 01840
    Program is CORI friendly? Yes
    Other outcomes: Employment/Promotion, Basic skills gain, Industry skills gain, Clothing and uniforms support is provided as needed by referral to a partner organization.

    Participant Supports:

    Participant Support CategoryAll participantsAs needed
    DTA SNAP Child Care Referral✓
    DTA SNAP Transportation Support ✓
    Books/Supplies✓
    Clothing/Uniforms✓
    Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant? No
    Do participants receive any pay? Not applicable

    Contact Information

    Program Liaison: Email or call
    Telephone: 978-620-4728
    Email: workforce@glcac.org
    Program code: GLC-JST
    ABAWD Qualifying? No