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    Justice Resource Institute, Inc.
    • 160 Gould Street, Suite 300, Needham, MA 02494
    • 781-559-4900
    • Job Retention
    STRIVE Boston – START Program
    Program activities:

    Job Retention services are provided to each graduate of the STRIVE START (Success Through Attitudinal and Readiness Training) Workshop once they begin employment. For SNAP eligible clients, their Job Retention services will begin on the first day of their employment and continue for a minimum of 30 days and a maximum of 90 days thereafter. Employment is verified via pay-stubs or other types of verifications provided by the STRIVE client and/or the employer.

    Job retention activities may include on-the-job visits and/or regular communication with our clients and their supervisors. Job retention services typically occur weekly for up to 30 minutes in length for a minimum of 30 days or a maximum of 90 days. This strategy enables us to address any workplace issues, provide additional training, find new employment placements as needed, and provide coaching and support as our clients look to advance in position and develop their careers.

    pplies, clothes/uniforms.

    Program is offered in: English
    Participant demographics:

    Adults (18+); low income/resourced; SNAP eligible; unemployed

    Anticipated number of SNAP participants per year: 20
    Total hours: 1
    Program duration: 12 weeks
    Rolling Admission: Yes
    Number of cycles: 1
    Program start dates: 1 cycle will run for the Fiscal Year – October 2023 thru September 2024
    Sample schedule:
    HoursActivity TypeMonTueWedThuFriSatSun
    variesjob retention services support✓✓✓✓✓
    Other Schedule Information: Closed on agency holidays as designated by JRI; cycle dates may shifts due to staff paid time off schedules
    Is the program offered remotely? Yes
    Is public transportation available? No

    Location information:

    Additional information about location:

    This program is offered remotely at this time.

    Other requirements: documentation of legal residency/citizenship; completion of E&T program
    Other outcomes: Employment/Promotion, maintain employment for a minimum of 90 days

    Participant Supports:

    Participant Support CategoryAll participantsAs needed
    Child Care✓
    Transportation✓
    Test/License Fees✓
    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: Edward Powell
    Telephone: 617-825-1800
    Email: epowell@jri.org
    ABAWD Qualifying? No