ADRC Agency-Referral Tool

Faith-based ministry to men, using mentoring to help participants to grow through job skills training.

A ministry of WMU (Woman's Missionary Union). A 501 (c)(3) Public Charity. Offers a 12-week, full-time, job and life skills training program. Classes conducted in Bible Study, personal finance, computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, QuickBooks), resume preparation, interviewing skills, and business etiquette. A mentor is provided for each student. All classes are conducted by trained volunteers. Also provides monthly CWJC alumni training program.

* Trained volunteers committed to providing a hand up to interns in need through education and spiritual development. * Mentoring, personal skills like money management, resume prep, interviewing skills, business etiquette, computer training, Bible study, self-esteem, jobs for life, healthy relationships. * Offers two 12-week sessions each year serving 12 women each session. Classes in Bible Study, personal finance, computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, QuickBooks), resume preparation, interviewing skills, and business etiquette. A mentor is provided for each student. Classes conducted by trained volunteers.

Department of Human Services’ Family Assistance Centers works with individuals and families and in the San Antonio/ Bexar County community. The Training for Job Success program is designed to support individuals as they prepare for better employment that leads families to self-sufficiency. * Job readiness activities such as assistance with résumé writing, interviewing skills and job leads * Scholarship opportunities for Alamo Colleges * Demand Occupations Training Programs * Textbooks, supplies and uniforms required for * * One-on-One career coaching, case management services and counseling services * Assistance with utilities and rent * Connection to other community resources ** Eligible participants must meet income criteria upon enrollment into the program.

CORE services, for every client, include a first-visit expanded assessment and orientation to all programs offered by the agency. Clients are then introduced to the Career Center, including access to interest inventories and on-line skills courses, and individualized plans created for resume and interview preparation. Next is training in professional demeanor and attire to prepare for an employment interview. Once the client secures a job, she is invited back for employment suiting with additional education in continuity of professional appearance and attitude. She is also encouraged to join in on-going job retention and upward mobility activities. TIERED services include both formalized curricular training options in six to twelve week classes, including Financial Literacy and Empowerment and the Going Places Network, as well as 33 front-screen, no-cost, on-line courses, and links to many more. There are also groups for support, networking and leadership training. The pre-employment group is “Pick Your Future' and post-employment is the “Professional Women’s Group.' TIERED services also allow for ad hoc focus groups such as mock interview workshops or a discussion series for ex-offenders. All of these programs are explicated in the Service Plan.

The Now2Work program is a Texas based service provider of person-centered rehabilitation programs and vocational projects that make a difference and impact the lives of underserved populations in Texas communities. These groups include military veterans, persons with disabilities and their caregivers, transitional youth, the elderly, and reentry persons.

A community for adults with mental health conditions, specifically structured to help members feel needed and useful through meaningful work during the Clubhouse hours (Monday-Friday 8am-4pm). Members are considered volunteers and participate in all tasks necessary to operate the clubhouse, helping members to develop confidence & skills for independent living, & opportunity to reach educational & employment goals. Membership is free, 18 & older only, requires a self-identified diagnosis of a past or current mental health condition, requires stability & involvement in personal recovery plan. Members cannot pose a threat to themselves or others while at the Clubhouse.

Career centers offer business and job seekers easy access to a broad array of employment & training services. Workers, employers, students, and those looking for a first job or returning to the workforce will find that nearly all services are offered at no cost. * Business resource services - Business resource services include job posting and placement services, up-to-date information on the labor market and emerging occupations, recruiting, retention, training, tax and hiring incentives, and more. * Job seeker services - Job placement services include access to thousands of job postings, job search resources, and training. To locate a center near you, call (800) 310-6117. * Child Care Services - Job seekers may qualify for assistance with child care while participating in a workforce program.

Career centers offer business and job seekers easy access to a broad array of employment & training services. Workers, employers, students, and those looking for a first job or returning to the workforce will find that nearly all services are offered at no cost. * Business resource services - Business resource services include job posting and placement services, up-to-date information on the labor market and emerging occupations, recruiting, retention, training, tax and hiring incentives, and more. * Job seeker services - Job placement services include access to thousands of job postings, job search resources, and training. To locate a center near you, call (800) 310-6117. * Child Care Services - Job seekers may qualify for assistance with child care while participating in a workforce program.

Career centers offer business and job seekers easy access to a broad array of employment & training services. Workers, employers, students, and those looking for a first job or returning to the workforce will find that nearly all services are offered at no cost. * Business resource services - Business resource services include job posting and placement services, up-to-date information on the labor market and emerging occupations, recruiting, retention, training, tax and hiring incentives, and more. * Job seeker services - Job placement services include access to thousands of job postings, job search resources, and training. To locate a center near you, call (800) 310-6117. * Child Care Services - Job seekers may qualify for assistance with child care while participating in a workforce program.