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    • 174 Portland Street, #2, Boston, MA 02114
    • 617-720-2233
    • Job Search Training
    Job Readiness Program
    Program activities:

    The job readiness curriculum provides participants with tools and strategies that enhance the participants’ ability to obtain employment through workshops including resume preparation, self-esteem building, job search techniques and resources, interviewing techniques, and networking opportunities.

    Participants unlock their full potential through one-on-one coaching. Participants learn how to create an eye-catching professional resume and cover letter; build their interview skills; handle difficult situations; build networking skills that will last a lifetime and connect with industry professionals to find and keep a job that they are passionate about. Participants learn how to plan and set realistic goals after obtaining a desired job.

    Participants also attended tours of local employers, on and off sites hiring events and mock interviews with hiring managers and professional volunteers.

    Program is offered in: English
    Participant demographics:

    Low Income, disabled, underemployed, homeless adults, recovering from substance use.

    Anticipated number of SNAP participants per year: 25
    Total hours: 15
    Program duration: 2 weeks
    Rolling Admission: Yes
    Number of cycles: 10
    Sample schedule:
    HoursActivity TypeMonTueWedThuFriSatSun
    9:00am-12:00pmJob Readiness Training✓
    9:00am-12:00pmMock Interviews/Guest Speakers✓✓
    9:00am-12:00pmJob Readiness Training (2 weeks)✓✓
    Other Schedule Information: Participant schedules and type of meeting will be determined based on individual’s availability due to work schedule. Admission will be on a rolling basis.
    Is the program offered remotely? Possible, but not typical
    Is public transportation available? Yes

    Location information:

    174 Portland Street Boston, MA 02114Accessible via public transportation
    Program requirements: CORI check, SORI check
    Program is CORI friendly? Yes
    Other outcomes: Employment/Promotion, Basic skills gain

    Participant Supports:

    Participant Support CategoryAs neededAll participants
    DTA SNAP Child Care Referral✓
    DTA SNAP Transportation Support ✓
    Books/Supplies✓
    Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant? No
    Do participants receive any pay? Stipend
    Other, please explain: Based on completing 80% of training attendance; $230 paid after Skills Training, Job Search Training and obtaining and retaining a job for 30 days.

    Contact Information

    Program Liaison: Silvia Juarez
    Telephone: 617-720-2233
    Email: sjuarez@cwsne.org
    Program code: CWS-JST Only
    ABAWD Qualifying? No