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Bronx Jobs Guide NAVIGATING THE JOB MARKET: A ResourceResource GuideGuide fforor BBronxronx RResidentsesidents LLookingooking fforor WWorkork HHELPELP ED WWANTEDANT 2015 Edition University Neighborhood Housing Program 2 Navigating the Job Market: A Resource Guide for Bronx Residents Looking for Work OVERVIEW: In today’s rough economic state use the information provided to “Th e results you and with high unemployment contact the organization directly. rates, seeking employment may Many programs have specifi c achieve will be in feel like a job in itself. Often times, requirements, and those are listed when unsuccessful, negative along with the organization. direct proportion to emotions can surface leaving the the eff ort you apply.” job seeker feeling unmotivated TIPS ON GETTING STARTED: and powerless. University Neigh- Assess where you are in your job - Dennis Waitley borhood Housing Program (UNHP) search recognizes this fact and has taken Preparing yourself for the job the initiative to help Bronxites market can be complicated. It is perhaps enlist the help of the alleviate some of the stress that useful to fi rst understand where resume building programs. Ad- may arise while searching for you are in your job search and ditionally, there are programs for work. what type of program you think entrepreneurs interested in start- you need. If you would like to im- ing or expanding a small business. HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE: prove basic skills such as reading, These programs off er advice, sup- This guide is intended to help writing, math, computers, or com- port, and occasionally access to people looking for work fi nd job municating in English, then adult funds to help you get started. placement and training programs education programs might be a available in the Bronx and sur- good place for you to look. Prepare for interviews rounding areas. Included in this It is important to look presentable resource guide are programs, If you feel confi dent in these skills, and to show up on time for your many of which are free of charge, and would like to learn how to do appointment anytime you meet to help job seekers gain skills for a specifi c type of work, job train- with a potential employer. If you the workplace and fi nd work. The ing and placement programs are need assistance getting clothes list is not comprehensive, but it most appropriate for you. If you for your interview, please contact will give those looking for work have work experience already LIFT the Bronx at (718) 733-3897. a starting point. Once you fi nd and are looking for a new career, Women can also contact Dress for programs that are right for you, you should check job listings and Success at (718) 866-0666. 3 Contents: Stay positive In order to enroll in these ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMS .........................4 programs and gain employment, you must be organized, persistent, Improve your English skills, earn your GED and optimistic. It may be useful to or other educational and training services set goals for yourself each day and make a timeline of when you want RESUME BUILDING & to accomplish certain tasks. For CAREER COACHING PROGRAMS .........................8 example, you might want to start by looking through this guide and Improve your resume and get one-on-one making a list of the organizations coaching to help you fi nd the right job for you you want to contact. JOB TRAINING & PLACEMENT PROGRAMS .......10 Next, contact those groups and set up meetings with those that Designed to prepare you for a specifi c type of interest you. After gathering more job or equip you with a set of marketable skills information and deciding what is right for you, enroll in a program JOB LISTING RESOURCES ....................................20 or consult with a job placement Websites to help you fi nd the types of jobs organization to help you fi nd the right job. you are looking for Remember to remain positive even if an opportunity has not University Neighborhood Housing Program is a presented itself during your ac- nonprofi t community-based organization working in the Northwest Bronx since 1983. tive search. Keep options open and take a chance in seasonal and Suggestions for additional programs and resources to temporary work when available. include in this guide can be sent to [email protected] 4 Adult Education Programs One of the best ways to make yourself a competitive candidate in the job market is to increase your level of education. The following programs are designed to help people who need to improve their English language skills, earn their GED, or receive other educational services. Please contact these organizations by phone to schedule an appointment or visit their website for more information. Bronx Adult Learning Center 3450 East Tremont Ave, Room 323, Bronx, NY 10465 (718) 863-4057 http://schools.nyc.gov/community/AdultEd/default Classes are off ered at over 45 locations throughout the Bronx. Call for the location nearest you and to register for the next round of classes. Programs: The Bronx Adult Learning Center off ers courses to adults ages 21 and over in Basic Education, GED, Spanish GED, ESL, Computer Literacy, Career and Technical Education. Classes off er fl exible schedules and are free of charge contact for the OACE offi ce near you. Registration is ongoing. Classes run from September to January and February to June. Bronx Educational Opportunity Center (Part of State University of New York) 1666 Bathgate Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457 (718) 530-7008 or (718) 530-7039 www.bronxeoc.org The best way to contact BEOC is to stop by their location on Bathgate Ave. Programs: College preparatory programs are off ered free of charge in Adult Basic Education, Pre-GED, and ESL. Participants must be a NY state resident for at least one year and meet the income requirements. BEOC also off ers job training – see page 10 for more information. 5 Adult Education Programs (continued) Community Partners Commission Association (CPCA) at Moor House 283 St. Ann’s Avenue, Bronx, NY 10454 (646) 340-9209 www.communitypartners-now.com To enroll, visit the center and sign up for the next available class. Programs: CPCA provides education and employment for the elderly, low-income families, the homeless, and those at risk of homelessness, as well as GED and adult literacy courses free of charge (must be 21 or older). Grace Outreach Bronx 378 East 151st Street, Fifth fl oor, Bronx, NY 10455 (718) 328-0580 www.graceoutreachbronx.org/ Call to schedule an appointment for a placement test. Programs: Grace Outreach (GO) off ers high quality GED preparation, as well as comprehensive college, training, and employment assistance all free of charge for women in the South Bronx. GO graduates are referred to colleges or job training programs. Additionally, GED graduates can receive one-on-one career coaching from Grace Outreach. Highbridge Community Life Center 979 Ogden Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452 (718) 681-2222 www.highbridgelife.org Call for more information or to register. Programs: The Adult Basic Education (ABE) Program at Highbridge off ers reading, writing, and math instruction, GED preparation, citizenship preparation, and English as a Second Language (ESL). Highbridge also off ers job training and placement programs (see page 14). All services are free of charge. 6 Adult Education Programs (continued) Hostos Community College Continuing Education & Workforce Development Dept 500 Grand Concourse, Room B-208, Bronx, NY 10451 (718) 518-6723 www.hostos.cuny.edu/contedu/ Please call for more information. Programs: The Adult Learning Center at HOSTOS is a free, grant-funded program designed for people seeking to improve their reading, writing, and math abilities and/or prepare for post-secondary educational opportunities. The ABE Program off ers classes in reading, math, reading in Spanish, English as a Second Language, and pre-GED/GED. The pre-GED classes are taught at a level below that of the GED, and all participants can prepare for the GED program. Kingsborough Community College Project Rise! Center for Economic & Workforce Development 2001 Oriental Boulevard Brooklyn, NY 11235 (718) 368-6600 http://kingsboroughcyap.ning.com/ Programs: Project Rise! at Kingsborough Community College, housed within the Center for Economic and Workforce Development Department, provides food service training/certifi cates and the opportunity to gain 12 college credits. The program is open to young adults from the ages of 18-24 years old, living in the fi ve boroughs, who are interested in obtaining their GED. Additionally, this free training comes complete with a paid internship, job skills training, workshops, life skills development, and so much more! 7 Adult Education Programs (continued) North Bronx Career Counseling & Outreach Center Part of State University of New York 2901 White Plains Road, Bronx, NY 10467 718-547-1001 www.nbx.sunyeoc.org Programs: The goal of the North Bronx Career Counseling and Outreach Center is to provide quality educational and workforce training programs that lead to employment, including GED Exam Prep classes, computer literacy, college assistance, and life skills. Those interested must have NYS residency for at least one year, be 19 years of age or older, meet income requirements and some educational requirements for certain programs. Both day and evening time slots are available. Call or visit the website for more details. (For Job Placement Programs see page 16) NYC Department of Consumer Affairs Office of Financial Empowerment Phipps Opportunity Center 3125 Third Avenue (at 159th St.), Bronx, NY 10451 (718) 620-1900 www.nyc.gov/html/ofe/html/fi nd/fi nd.shtml Programs: At the Phipps Opportunity Center, the OFE off ers free GED, ESL, and fi nancial classes to help improve your credit score. There are more locations in the Bronx and throughout NYC.
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