This program can serve up to 140 inmates at a time. It gives participants the chance to get their lives back on track. They are employed during the day and work on substance abuse treatment, education and vocational courses at night. WR inmates pay a fee for their room and board. They also make court-ordered payments and send money home for family support. They are required to set money aside for savings upon release. Program offerings at each facility vary to best meet the needs of the men served. Please see the website for more information.

CareerSource Northeast Florida connects workers to jobs. They offer many services that help job seekers and employers alike.

Services include:

• Educational Opportunities
• Find a Job
• Mobile Access Points
• Professional Network
• Public Assistance and Community Transition
• Reemployment Assistance
• Resource Rooms
• Veterans Services
• Workers 55+
• Workers with Disabilities
• Young Job Seekers

Please call 904.356.5627 or visit website for more information.

This program boosts job opportunities for clients at the Rescue Mission. They will learn to identify their skills, talents and abilities. Clients chart a new career path and build self esteem. The program consists of certification training and job placement. Students receive computer training, tutoring and many other services. They attend classes at the Acosta Adult Learning Center. Please call for more information.

These programs offer students two options. One is a culinary arts program. The other is a janitorial service program. Both have been certified by the Florida Department Commission of Independent Education. Clients get the chance to practice the skills that will prepare them for a career in these industries. The programs were developed for adults 18 and older with a priority focus on Veterans. Please call for more information.

Department of Children and Families provides Refugee Services. They help refugees who are new to Florida. Clients can get help getting a job, learning English, legal services, and more. Please call 904.723.2000 for more information.

Parents and adults can get job readiness skills at the Johnson Community Center. They will learn computer software, resume preparation and other basic skills. Please see the website for more information.

Job Corp offers many different career training options. It is for youth ages 16 to 24. They can live on campus and also get their GED if needed. Services are free, and students get a basic living allowance during training. Please call for more information.

Pine Castle is an agency that serves individuals with intellectual and developmental differences.

Services include:

• Adult Day Training
• Community Employment
• Group Homes
• Job skills training, supported employment including job placement and one to one job coaching

Please call 904.733.2650 or visit website for more information.

Lutheran Services of Florida offers help for refugees in Florida. They help with jobs, immigration, filling out forms, and other services. Please call for more information.

Rethreaded is a safe place where women are paid a living wage. Women in the program learn to become a seamstress. Donated t-shirts are turned into new creations and sold.
Rethreaded offers a 4 month training program in the Jacksonville, FL, area.