Paid job training program

AARP Foundation is a Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP). The program enables unemployed, Allegheny County residents who are 55 years of age or older and meet income guidelines with paid training opportunities while seeking employment. Participants train 18 hours per week at non-profit or public organizations.

Offers multiple nationally recognized certification programs, employment opportunities, life skills and work readiness training, education services, and employment exposure/search services. Offers a workforce development program that helps individuals find a good paying and sustainable career. Our case managers work with any individual experiencing a barrier to employment, including individuals struggling with drug and alcohol abuse or mental health concerns.

When individuals graduate from one of the Employment Institute's programs, they are prepared to take on the real world of work and have the training to succeed.

The Employment Institute works with individuals age 14 and older.

Offers assessments by licensed optometrists, prescriptions for optical aids, and the opportunity to try out aids ranging from magnifiers, writing guides, special lighting devices, and closed-circuit TVs. Prevention of blindness programs including free vision screenings for children 12 months to 6 years of age. Transportation
. This free door-to-door service provides rides to essential medical appointment or critical service need, such as obtaining a photo ID or grocery shopping. Individuals must live in Allegheny County and meet the program criteria. Appointments requested to be made in advance.

Offers job finding assistance, including help with resumes, interview skills, and other basic employability and life skills programs to enable individuals to become and remain steadily-employed.

Offers Pre-Apprenticeship and Apprenticeship programs in Industrial sewing. Visit the website or call for additional information.

Programs for individuals who have been involved in the legal system. Provides education, employment, and training services.

MaturityWorks is a training program that helps people, age 55 and older, increase their job skills through paid community service in local non-profit organizations. MaturityWorks matches eligible older job seekers with local nonprofits and public agencies so they can increase skills and build self-confidence, while earning a modest income. Based on their employment interests and goals, participants may also receive supportive services and skills training. The MaturityWorks experience frequently leads to permanent employment.

MaturityWorks is a training program that helps people, age 55 and older, increase their job skills through paid community service in local non-profit organizations. MaturityWorks matches eligible older job seekers with local nonprofits and public agencies so they can increase skills and build self-confidence, while earning a modest income. Based on their employment interests and goals, participants may also receive supportive services and skills training. The MaturityWorks experience frequently leads to permanent employment.

Provides individual, group, family, marriage, and military readjustment counseling; vocational and employment counseling; drug and alcohol assessment and referral.

Provides job placement, on-site job training for a limited time, and follow up services. Individuals work with an employment team to develop a job within the community which is consistent with the individual's capabilities and interests.

A one-stop shop for career and employment services that include:
* PA's job search website that is free to employers and job seekers. New job postings daily.
* Workshops and information sessions are available to the public. Can be found on the events calendar.
* Comprehensive Career Services - One-on-one with an employment planner. For adults 18 years and up. Must meet federal eligibility requirements.
* Work one-on-one with an employment planner to develop an employment plan and outline the path to their next job. For adults 18 years and up. Must meet federal eligibility requirements.
* Job Search/Job Club - Individuals can sign up for Comprehensive Career Services. Work one-on-one with an employment planner to develop an employment plan. For adults 18 years and up. Must meet federal eligibility requirements.
* Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) serves young adults 16-24 years old who are currently enrolled in school in Berks County. Must meet federal eligibility requirements.
* High School Equivalency/GED instruction is provided free of charge to eligible young adults who are interested in pursuing employment; and/or post-secondary education once they obtain their GED. For young adults 17-24. Must meet federal eligibility requirements.
* Paid Work Experience (PWE) program is available to those enrolled in either the High School Equivalency/GED or Career Services programs. For young adults 17-24. Must meet federal eligibility requirements.
* Career Services are provided free of charge to eligible young adults who have graduated high school or any type of post-secondary education and are looking for assistance in finding work or enrolling in post-secondary education. For young adults 17-24. Must meet federal eligibility requirements.

Programs that provide training that is designed to enable employees to perform a job that their previous training has not equipped them for or to adapt to changes in the workplace. Retraining may be needed when new methods or equipment are introduced or when jobs for which employees have trained are phased out. It may also be provided by employers or governments for employees who have been laid off and are no longer able to find employment using the skills they already possess. The need for retraining may arise because of a decline in a particular industry sector or because of rapid technological change.

The PA CareerLink of Fayette County offers various services including:

• Resume Workshops
• Credit Workshops
• Interviewing Workshops
• Funds for Trainings
• On The Job Trainings
• OVR Services
• Veteran Services
• Adult Education Classes
• Youth Program
• Job search
• Courtesy UC direct phone line

Programs that provide training that is designed to enable employees to perform a job that their previous training has not equipped them for or to adapt to changes in the workplace. Retraining may be needed when new methods or equipment are introduced or when jobs for which employees have trained are phased out. It may also be provided by employers or governments for employees who have been laid off and are no longer able to find employment using the skills they already possess. The need for retraining may arise because of a decline in a particular industry sector or because of rapid technological change.

The PA CareerLink is a one-stop job center that provides an array of employment and training services in a convenient, easily accessible location.

Services include job counseling, testing and assessment; resume preparation assistance, interview training and other prejob guidance services; job matching and referral; unemployment insurance and job registration; labor market and career information; information on financial aid for education and training; and referral for job training, transportation, child care, personal and financial counseling, health care and other human services resources in the community.

Provides comprehensive training and employment services to assist eligible farmworkers to reach self-sufficiency through successful job placement.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing an initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing an initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing an initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing an initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing an initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing an initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing an initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing an initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Offers clients individualized attention and training to help each person achieve personally and professionally. The program involves working one-on-one and in small groups to help clients see how to transfer their past skills, prepare them for the job market, and assist them in making professional decisions.

Provides a range of employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, and job retraining assistance. Also assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human Services, filing an initial Unemployment Claim, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Offers career development support, job finding assistance, and apprenticeship opportunities to Philadelphia youth and young adults.

Offers access to a resource library that includes: computers with internet access and resume writing software; PA CareerLink registration; resume packets; information on interviewing skills and writing cover and follow-up letters; labor market and training provider information; job listings; information on local agencies, services, and resources; and phone, fax, and copier access for job searching.

Offers job training and placement, workshops, job fairs, training and certifications, resume assistance, and other employment services.

Supports fathers and father figures through educational programs and career development assistance. Stipends are provided to enrolled clients who participate in sessions to help assist with transportation, food, or childcare expenses incurred while participating. Offers family outings, certificates and certifications, and provides information about and referrals to additional services.

Supports fathers and father figures through educational programs and career development assistance. Stipends are provided to enrolled clients who participate in sessions to help assist with transportation, food, or childcare expenses incurred while participating. Offers family outings, certificates and certifications, and provides information about and referrals to additional services.

Supports fathers and father figures through educational programs and career development assistance. Stipends are provided to enrolled clients who participate in sessions to help assist with transportation, food, or childcare expenses incurred while participating. Offers family outings, certificates and certifications, and provides information about and referrals to additional services.

Supports fathers and father figures through educational programs and career development assistance. Stipends are provided to enrolled clients who participate in sessions to help assist with transportation, food, or childcare expenses incurred while participating. Offers family outings, certificates and certifications, and provides information about and referrals to additional services.

For Dislocated Workers and Adults: Job search and placement assistance, skills training, career assessment, and On-the-Job Training opportunities. In addition: youth services for eligible youth between the ages of 14-24 include internships/work experiences, work readiness training, occupational skills training, case management, guidance and counseling, tutoring, and career awareness/exploration.

Helps residents find employment or identify training and educational opportunities to become more employable. Offers internet access and computer workstations where clients may practice typing skills and refresh their knowledge of office software.

Provides comprehensive connection to community resources and Workforce/employment services. This will include employment skills, career counseling, high school equivalency assistance and reentry assistance. Also provides a recovery support center with community based self help programming for substance abuse disorder. Recovery Cafe provides a safe sober place to socialize.

Designed to provide intensive case management, education, training, work activities, job placement and retention services, and supportive services to enable parents receiving cash assistance with barriers to employment to move rapidly from dependence to independence through employment.

Provides work experience and training opportunities to Allegheny County residents age 55 and older who meet income guidelines. Individuals enrolled in the program receive training/work experience in nonprofit or government agencies and are paid minimum wage. In addition to work experience and training, enrollees receive assistance in securing full-time and part-time employment in the private sector.

Provides a variety of services to assist adults and families with daily stressors like childcare, nutrition and clothing, health needs, utility and rental payment assistance, transportation, support groups, Life Coach, scholarship programs for summer camp and field trips, literacy programs, and employment services.

Provides help for homeless veterans to seek and gain employment and training services to re-enter the work force. Offers job counseling, resume preparation, and job placement.

Offers a free one year program that empowers young adults by ensuring that they gain the skills, experiences, and support necessary to reach their full potential and thrive in professional careers and higher education. Students spend six months learning in-demand technical and professional skills before applying their skills during a six-month corporate internship. Throughout the program, students complete coursework that may be eligible for college credits and receive access to a robust offering of services and supports to promote their success.