The Reaching Advancement In Skills & Employment (RAISE) program serves as a next-step program for clients who complete another JVS employment program, helping program participants to continue their career advancement beyond the capacity of the first program (duration, scope of services, etc). RAISE provides specialized goal-based coaching to support clients in identifying and working towards their career advancement goals. These goals can include education goals (HiSET, Higher Education, English classes, etc), training goals (industry specific trainings like CNA, IT, Banking, etc), and employment goals (higher paying job, job in a specific industry), with the ultimate goal of moving program participants up in the labor market and helping them to find fulfilling and family sustaining careers. Participants will work 1:1 with a coach to explore different career paths and create a goal plan outlining next-steps towards achieving their chosen career goals. Coaches will work with participants on resume building, cover letter writing, identifying and applying for relevant education and training programs, job search strategies, and interview practice. Participants will receive up to 2 years of one-on-one coaching to work towards and achieve their career advancement goals. It is expected that participants will work closely with JVS staff as well as complete tasks independently to achieve their goals.
Immigrants from the greater Boston area needing career advancement support.
Hours | Activity Type | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
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Open | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Location information:
Downtown Boston: 75 Federal Street Boston, MA 20110. | Accessible via all MBTA subway lines (Red, Orange, Blue, Green) as well as Commuter Rail, Silver line and multiple bus routes. |
Program services are currently being offered both in person and remotely. There is no in person requirement, but it is an option to come in person if the participant prefers.
Participant Supports:
Participant Support Category | As needed | All participants |
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DTA SNAP Child Care Referral | ✓ | |
DTA SNAP Transportation Support | ✓ | |
Test/License Fees | ✓ | |
Clothing/Uniforms | ✓ | |
Computer and Internet | ✓ |
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