Hot Spring County Resource Guide Rev. 10-2018 Hot Spring County Resource Guide Hot Spring County Employment Resources ..................................................................................................................... 2 Department of Workforce Services .......................................................................................................... 2 Employers ................................................................................................................................................. 3 Employment Service Agencies .................................................................................................................. 3 Day Labor Agencies ................................................................................................................................... 3 Apprenticeship Programs.......................................................................................................................... 4 Volunteer Resources ........................................................................................................................... 5 Volunteer Database .................................................................................................................................. 5 Volunteer Opportunities ........................................................................................................................... 5 DHS County Office Volunteer Opportunities ............................................................................................ 5 Educational Opportunities ............................................................................................................... 6 Department of Workforce Services .......................................................................................................... 6 Adult Education ......................................................................................................................................... 7 Vocational and Occupational Training ...................................................................................................... 8 Colleges and Universities .......................................................................................................................... 8 Apprenticeship Programs.......................................................................................................................... 8 Cooperative Extension Service .................................................................................................................. 9 Cooperative Extension Training ................................................................................................................ 9 Quality of Life ....................................................................................................................................... 10 Department of Health ............................................................................................................................. 10 Substance Abuse Treatment Centers ..................................................................................................... 10 Shelters ................................................................................................................................................... 10 Food Pantries .......................................................................................................................................... 11 Medical and Dental Care Providers ........................................................................................................ 12 Department of Community Corrections Transition Houses ................................................................... 13 County Agencies .................................................................................................................................. 14 Department of Workforce Services ........................................................................................................ 14 Department of Health ............................................................................................................................. 14 Cooperative Extension Service ................................................................................................................ 14 Department of Human Services .............................................................................................................. 15 Rev. 10-2018 Page 1 Hot Spring County Resource Guide Employment Resources Department of Workforce Services www.dws.arkansas.gov 1-855-225-4440 [email protected] The Arkansas Department of Workforce Services has Arkansas Workforce Centers across the state that can tell you about job openings, how to look for a job, training programs, and more. If you are unemployed or currently employed but need a better job, then DWS and its Arkansas Workforce Centers can help by providing: Free Job Search Help • Arkansas JobLink lets you post your information and skills for employers to see, search for current job openings, and more. Visit www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov now to get started. • Free access to computers, telephones, fax machines, and copiers to help you find and apply for jobs. Help from Experts • Identify your skills and get help finding job openings that need those skills. • Create or update your resume to get the best results possible in your job search. • Career counseling for step-by-step job search guidance. • Get the facts about what kind of jobs are available and where they are in Arkansas. Program Referrals for Specific Needs • Free GED and English as Second Language (ESL) classes. • Veterans Services programs tailored to assist eligible veterans with vocational rehabilitation and other employment needs. • Help for workers who have lost jobs because of business closures or workforce reductions due to the economic climate or man-made disasters and because of international trade. • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) programs, including Transitional Employment Assistance (TEA), Work Pays, and more. • Vocational rehabilitation for Arkansans living with a disability. See the next page for local office contact information. Rev. 10-2018 Page 2 Hot Spring County Resource Guide Want to visit the nearest Department of Workforces Services office, Arkansas Works Center, or speak with local representative? See the information below. Malvern DWS Office 1735 Sullenburger Ave., Ste. 4, 501-332-5461 Malvern, AR 72104 P.O. Box 788, Malvern, AR 72104 BACK TO TOP Employers Sykes 1601 US-270, 501-701-5300 Malvern, AR 72104 Reynolds Metal/Alcoa 1333 US-270, 501-844-2000 Malvern, AR 72104 Wal-Mart 1910 MLK Jr. Blvd., 501-337-9485 Malvern, AR 72104 Alliance Rubber 210 Carpenter Dam Rd., 501-262-2700 Hot Springs, AR 71901 BACK TO TOP Employment Service Agencies Express Employment 1702 Malvern Ave., Ste. B, 501-520-0333 Professionals Hot Springs, AR 71901 Staffmark 4328 Central Ave., Ste. D, 501-525-4443 Hot Springs, AR 71913 First Staff Inc. 3814 Central Ave., Ste. D, 501-520-0909 Hot Springs, AR 71913 ASAP Personnel Services 1126 Malvern Ave., Ste. D, 501-321-2727 Hot Springs, AR 71901 BACK TO TOP Day Labor Agencies Express Employment 1702 Malvern Ave., Ste. B, 501-520-0333 Professionals Hot Springs, AR 71901 Labor Finders 1500 Central Ave., Ste. A, 501-623-1799 Hot Springs, AR 71913 BACK TO TOP Rev. 10-2018 Page 3 Hot Spring County Resource Guide Apprenticeship Programs Arkansas Career Training 105 Reserve St., 501-701-6376 Institute Library Hot Springs, AR 71901 Walt Drissel Sales Trainer See website for further details. 501-481-1568 OTC Electrical 1 College Circle, 501-337-5000 Malvern, AR 72104 W P Malone Inc. 624 Clay St., 870-403-0320 Arkadelphia, AR 71923 College of the Ouachitas One College Circle, 870-337-5000 Malvern, AR 72104 Arkansas Apprenticeship See website for further details. [email protected] Coalition (AAC) National Apprenticeship Training 518 S. 6th St., 870-246-0320 Foundation (NATF) Arkadelphia, AR 71923 [email protected] BACK TO TOP Rev. 10-2018 Page 4 Hot Spring County Resource Guide Volunteer Resources Volunteer Database This website allows you to search for volunteer opportunities in your area. www.volunteerAR.org Volunteer Opportunities Malvern Animal Shelter 2625 Canine Rd., 870-332-7622 Malvern, AR 72104 Libby’s R.O.S.E. 227 W. Page, 501-337-0136 Malvern, AR 72104 Lake Ouachita State Park 5451 Mountain Pine Rd., 800-264-2441 Mountain Pine, AR 72104 Garvan Woodland Gardens 550 Arkridge Rd., 501-262-9300 Hot Springs, AR 71901 National Park Medical Center 1910 Malvern Ave., 501-620-2705 Hot Springs, AR 71901 Arkansas Blood Institute Section Line Rd., 501-624-0666 Hot Springs, AR 71903 Guardian Angels Cat Club 907 Hobson Ave., 501-623-3484 Hot Springs, AR 71901 Jackson House 705 Malvern Ave., 501-623-4048 Hot Springs, AR 71901 BACK TO TOP DHS County Office Volunteer Opportunities N/A BACK TO TOP Rev. 10-2018 Page 5 Hot Spring County Resource Guide Educational Opportunities Department of Workforce Services www.dws.arkansas.gov 1-855-225-4440 [email protected] The Arkansas Department of Workforce Services has Arkansas Workforce Centers across the state that can tell you about job openings, how to look for a job, training programs, and more. If you are unemployed or currently employed but need a better job, then DWS and its Arkansas Workforce Centers can help by providing: Free Job Search Help • Arkansas JobLink lets you post your information and skills for employers to see, search for current