Career Building Programs
This program is included as part of the curriculum of the group home and is open to the public as a means for the community. The program is for enhancement and educational opportunities needed for young adults. This program is for enhancement and educational opportunities needed for young adults, adults, and seniors entering or reentering the workforce for a better chance at ending a life of poverty. When leaving the program, they will be empowered with knowledge, so their actions and mentality of worth ethics will strengthen and become sustainable in their community.
Job Readiness 101
- GED Assistance
- Scholarship Writing
- Application Assistance
- Identification
- Email Services
- Answer Services
- Grooming
- Free Hair Cuts and Styling for interviews
Training
Resume Building
- Professional resume building, even if it’s your first job
- Free printing of resume or email with a professional signature
Microsoft Office Software Knowledge
- Basic Microsoft Word and Excel
- Advanced Microsoft Word and Excel
Mock Interviews
- Business Etiquette & Professionalism
- One-on-one and group interview coaching and guidance
- Typical Questions for many situations in your life
- Career Development (including interview skills and job prep)
Transportation to Interviews
- We will make sure you arrive ahead of time and get you back to your original pickup
Impact/Outcome
- Measurable Improvements in life skills
- Stability
- Functioning
- Coping Ability
- Respecting their values
- Self Confidence
- High Quality of Life
- Thriving through mind-body, and soul
- Support System
- Skilled Communication
- Technology
- Employment
Career Closet Program
A New Beginning for a New You. Professional attire is leased out for interviews, and a week’s worth of interchangeable outfits once the job is landed. You must go through our program to visit the Career Closet. You will learn the do’s & dont’s of corporate dressing.
How the Career Closet Works
1. Call to set up an appointment, stop by the NLCDC front desk during open hours, and ask to use the Career Closet.
2. Browse and try on our selection of clothing items, including shirts, pants, skirts, blazers, dress shoes, and more!
3. Check out items for an interview.
4. Choose up to 3 items to check out for after employment!