Good Shepherd Employment Services
Employment Services
Good Shepherd Center is committed to ending the cycle of homelessness for the women and children that come through our doors. Women enrolled in Good Shepherd Center programs are encouraged to secure full time employment so that they can move from homelessness to independent living.
The Client Services Center provides all Good Shepherd Center residents with job development, case management and Life Skills training to enable self-sufficient living. Services are designed to help each woman increase her earning potential through education, training, and job placement and to aid her in developing a foundation for economic stability.
All Good Shepherd Center residents have access to the following services
A computer lab with 16 workstations is available to all residents. Classes on Microsoft Office and other basic computer skills are offered, and women may receive a certificate of completion.
All residents are encouraged to attend these classes which cover a variety of topics such as housing rights, job interview skills, health concerns, stress management, budgeting, personal safety and other issues related to independent living.
Professional employment support including job search assistance, resume building, interview preparation, and connections to employment opportunities that lead to economic independence.
Hands-on training opportunities and skill-building workshops that prepare residents for career success and long-term employment stability.
We work with many partners to help our residents attain their goals and achieve independent living. Residents receive referrals for additional social services available in the community.
A partnership with Dress for Success outfits the women who have interviews and are entering the work force, providing professional clothing and confidence for career success.
Through comprehensive employment services, life skills training, and community partnerships, we help women transition from homelessness to economic independence. Each woman receives personalized support to increase her earning potential and build a foundation for long-term stability.
Read inspiring stories of hope and transformation from women who have rebuilt their lives through our programs.
Read Success StoriesYour support helps women gain the skills and confidence needed to achieve economic independence and break the cycle of homelessness.
$50
provides computer training materials
$100
outfits a woman for job interviews
$250
supports job placement programs
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