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Offers a variety of services for men, women, and children experiencing homelessness, gives guests a safe place to be during the day with heating and cooling. Services include: Computer Learning Center, Referrals to community resources, job search assistance, life skills training, assistance with rental applications, and emergency clothing vouchers.


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Public Internet Access Sites
Prejob Guidance
Homeless Drop In Centers
Life Skills Education
Clothing Vouchers
Computer Literacy Training Programs

Strives to assist adults 17 years of age or older in acquiring knowledge and skills necessary to earn a GED, to improve English language skills, and to transition to higher educational or vocational training. Services offered:

- Adult Basic Educational Services.

- Citizenship Services.

- English as a Second Language (ESL) Services.

- GED Services.

- Project VITAL (Adult Literacy Services).

- Workforce Services.

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Adult Basic Education
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Citizenship Education
Tutoring Services
High School Equivalency/GED Test Sites
English as a Second Language
Prejob Guidance

Tutoring for children under age 12 from low income families. Dyslexia tutoring available.

Job readiness training class and work experience training and community service opportunities available. Transportation to job fairs (must meet qualifications; determined upon intake). Computer lab available to fill out applications on line. GED classes and adult dyslexia tutoring also available.

Workshops and classes related to financial education.

Helps parents advocate on behalf of their children with learning disabilities. Right to Educate advocate for students with special needs, including dyslexia.

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Prejob Guidance
Financial Literacy Training
Job Search/Placement
School System Advocacy
Tutoring Services
Housing Search Assistance

90-day workforce development program in which participants undergo full-time education and job training, dedicating half their time to personalized high school completion and the remainder to earning industry-recognized credentials, primarily in Construction, CDL, CNA, Culinary, and Welding.

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High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
Prejob Guidance
Vocational Education
Prevocational Training
Assists SNAP participants in finding employment and/or training for employment. Provides gas vouchers and other supportive services for independent job search, to attend job search training, vocational training and for job retention.

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Welfare to Work Programs
Transportation Expense Assistance
Prejob Guidance
Job Search/Placement

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

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Veteran Employment Programs
Scholarships
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
General Youth Employment Programs
Job Training Resource Lists
Career Counseling
Job Search/Placement
Occupation Specific Job Training
Educational Testing
On the Job Training
Prejob Guidance
Apprenticeship Training
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
WIOA Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Prepares Tribal members for competitive employment by offering skill and personal interest assessments, personal career advisement, group support, a personalized portfolio, and a financial award. Career enhancement skill training includes interview skills, resume writing, money management, computer training, leadership skills, etc.

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Computer Literacy Training Programs
Prejob Guidance
Career Counseling
Vocational Assessment

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

Categories

Veteran Employment Programs
Scholarships
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
General Youth Employment Programs
Job Training Resource Lists
Career Counseling
Job Search/Placement
Occupation Specific Job Training
Educational Testing
On the Job Training
Prejob Guidance
Apprenticeship Training
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
WIOA Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Assists unemployed or underemployed individuals with obtaining and sustaining gainful employment. Services include: job search training, interview skills/class, resume and cover letter writing, computer class and resource center. This is also an Iowa Career Access Point, which allows clients to register for work or apply for unemployment insurance through Iowa Workforce Development.

Success in the Work Place is a class that focuses on keeping a job once you get it. The focus of this class is on seven important workplace behaviors: attitude, attendance, appearance, ambition, accountability, acceptance, and appreciation.

Job Club Class is provided to help build soft skills (self-esteem, goal setting, emotions in the workplace, dealing with difficult people in the workplace, etc.).

Computer Class (basics of computer use and Word, two times per month).

Interview Skills Class (two times per month).

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Job Search/Placement
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Prejob Guidance

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

Categories

Veteran Employment Programs
Scholarships
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
General Youth Employment Programs
Job Training Resource Lists
Career Counseling
Job Search/Placement
Occupation Specific Job Training
Educational Testing
On the Job Training
Prejob Guidance
Apprenticeship Training
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
WIOA Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers

Health education and training to participants, health and social service providers, and the community at large. Includes nutrition education, infant CPR, breastfeeding, and pregnancy education.

Courses related to maternal/child health, anger management, intimate partner violence, healthy relationships, money management, job readiness, and more.

Community meetings quarterly that address key issues that impact infant mortality.

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Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Prevention
Nutrition Education
Expectant/New Parent Assistance
Prejob Guidance
Financial Literacy Training
Breastfeeding Support Programs
General Health Education Programs
Anger Management
CPR Instruction
Assists SNAP participants in finding employment and/or training for employment. Provides gas vouchers and other supportive services for independent job search, to attend job search training, vocational training and for job retention.

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Welfare to Work Programs
Transportation Expense Assistance
Prejob Guidance
Job Search/Placement
Transition program serves those who are attending Optional Education high school credit or GED classes, and are interested in exploring further education options. A full range of career services are offered including self assessment and career exploration; resumes, cover letters, and interviewing practice; job search techniques; training in employer expectations; job placement assistance; and transition-to-college assistance.

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Prejob Guidance
Career Counseling
Career Exploration
Assists SNAP participants in finding employment and/or training for employment. Provides gas vouchers and other supportive services for independent job search, to attend job search training, vocational training and for job retention.

Categories

Welfare to Work Programs
Transportation Expense Assistance
Prejob Guidance
Job Search/Placement
Food Stamp Employment and Training Program provides employment and training services for the purpose of enhancing the participant's employability. Services include an assessment, job search assistance, basic education (high school completion, English as a second language, and adult basic education); this program also pays expenses for transportation and child care for participants.

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

Categories

Veteran Employment Programs
Scholarships
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
General Youth Employment Programs
Job Training Resource Lists
Career Counseling
Job Search/Placement
Occupation Specific Job Training
Educational Testing
On the Job Training
Prejob Guidance
Apprenticeship Training
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
WIOA Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Assists SNAP participants in finding employment and/or training for employment. Provides gas vouchers and other supportive services for independent job search, to attend job search training, vocational training and for job retention.

Categories

Welfare to Work Programs
Transportation Expense Assistance
Prejob Guidance
Job Search/Placement

Services include providing shelter, food, clothing, case management, and classes (parenting, money management, job preparation, etc.).

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Parenting Skills Classes
Case/Care Management
Prejob Guidance
Financial Literacy Training
Homeless Shelter

Offers a resource center for self-help job seekers. Can also provide inter- and intra-state employment placement information, referrals to training, labor market information, job search assistance, resume assistance, and veteran employment services. Proficiency testing and testing for state employment is available.

Also offers information on workers compensation, unemployment insurance, and comprehensive disability employment programs.

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Unemployment Insurance
Job Search/Placement
Workers Compensation
Comprehensive Disability Related Employment Programs
Prejob Guidance
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Assists SNAP participants in finding employment and/or training for employment. Provides gas vouchers and other supportive services for independent job search, to attend job search training, vocational training and for job retention.

Categories

Welfare to Work Programs
Transportation Expense Assistance
Prejob Guidance
Job Search/Placement

Combines classroom job training from Work Life, Faith and Finances class, and 30-90 days of paid, part-time employment with job support and coaching as participants search for long-term employment.

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Financial Literacy Training
Prejob Guidance

Offers support services aimed to empower women including: health education, vocational training, and information on community resources

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Prejob Guidance
General Health Education Programs
Specialized Information and Referral
Social development, social recreation, art, dance, drama, and physical education.

Education support (grades K-12) including tutoring and computer training. STEM activities (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math).

Career development (7-18 years), including non-traditional careers.

Family counseling

USDA Meal Program, nutrition education, gardening

Adolescent pregnancy 4-component prevention program for girls 9-18 years old.

Pathfinders Mentoring Program matches girls, ages 5-16, with professional women in the Omaha business community to work on academic and personal goals. Scholarships may be awarded at the end of the successful completion of high school and the Pathfinders program.

Transportation to programs.

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Prejob Guidance
Youth Enrichment Programs
Mentoring Programs
Sexuality/Reproductive Health Education
Tutoring Services
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Boys/Girls Clubs
Team Sports/Leagues

Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, employer services, labor market information, apprenticeships, veteran services, resume design, interview skills development, and a variety of other programs and services.

Computers with internet available.

Many services also apply to out-of-school individuals ages 14-24 with employment barriers, including:

-- Paid work experience, summer employment, and on-the-job training opportunities

-- Tuition assistance

-- On site tutoring

-- Support services to assist with application fees, enrollment fees, work attire, school or work supplies, etc.

Categories

Veteran Employment Programs
Scholarships
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
General Youth Employment Programs
Job Training Resource Lists
Career Counseling
Job Search/Placement
Occupation Specific Job Training
Educational Testing
On the Job Training
Prejob Guidance
Apprenticeship Training
High School Equivalency/GED Test Instruction
WIOA Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Social development, social recreation, art, dance, drama, and physical education.

Education support (grades K-12) including tutoring and computer training. STEM activities (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math).

Career development (7-18 years), including non-traditional careers.

Family counseling

USDA Meal Program, nutrition education, gardening

Adolescent pregnancy 4-component prevention program for girls 9-18 years old.

Pathfinders Mentoring Program matches girls, ages 5-16, with professional women in the Omaha business community to work on academic and personal goals. Scholarships may be awarded at the end of the successful completion of high school and the Pathfinders program.

Transportation to programs.

Categories

Prejob Guidance
Youth Enrichment Programs
Mentoring Programs
Sexuality/Reproductive Health Education
Tutoring Services
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Boys/Girls Clubs
Team Sports/Leagues