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CareerLink Projects With Industry (PWI) is a competitive employment placement program for persons with disabilities. We provide career development services to clients of the California State Department of Rehabilitation. Our services include career counseling and “Job Club” classes. Eligibility:
For more information, please call Program Director Cindy Lennon at 619.231.5990 ext. 315 or contact her via our contact form. Funding Source: Department of Education Award Amount: $1,533,410 CareerLink & TechWorks Technology Based Learning Able-Disabled Advocacy's CareerLink proposal was selected as one of 20 national demonstration projects utilizing technology-based learning to provide career training to individuals with disabilities, including veterans, in the technology occupations of IT Technician, Desktop Support Technician, Network Technician, Server Technician, Java Programmer, and Microsoft Office Specialist. We also offer specialty learning tracks on an Independent Study basis by special permission of the instructor to individuals who have been selected to receive one of our CareerLink scholarships. Among the higher-level training is coursework leading to certifications such as MCSA, MCSE, MCDBA, CCNA, Project Management, Six Sigma, Certified Oracle Associate, and CompTIA Security +. Call if you have a specific training interest. Primary partners in the project include the Association of Rehabilitation Programs in Computer Technology and Skillsoft, one of the largest developers of online training in the world. Together they have partnered with Able-Disabled Advocacy (A-DA) granting scholarships for individuals with disabilities who have been selected for enrollment. The San Diego Futures Foundation provided the technology expertise in developing the curriculum and works at building relationships with technology employers. Further employer support comes from the San Diego Workforce Partnership. Should students choose to complete their coursework at a Learning Lab, they can work online at A-DA's central office in San Diego located at 4283 El Cajon Boulevard. Most of the coursework is done online and can be easily completed at home or anywhere there is Internet access. Classroom meetings once every other week are mandatory while in the Training Phase of the program. The 10-month training program has four stages:
Potential applicants can call A-DA at 619-231-5990 ext. 302 or ext. 315 to learn more about the training and application process. Only those awarded scholarships will be enrolled in this training. Learn more about the Technology Based Learning Program Funding Source: Department of Labor Award Amount: $584,600 City Heights Construction Corps (CHCC) In our pre-apprentice construction program, participants not only learn a trade through hands-on work experience. They are also taught how teamwork and work ethic is necessary to succeed in ANY career or industry. The City Heights Construction Corps is a 4 month program that focuses on green construction. This paid training program gives youth the opportunity to revive their community by assisting non-profit organizations with much-needed repairs. Eligibility:
If you are interested in applying for the City Heights Construction Corps, download our application in either format and fill it out prior to your interview. Student Application: Adobe PDF -Microsoft Word Please call Program Manager Denise Yoggerst at 619.231.5990 ext. 307 or contact her via our contact form to learn more about the services and program eligibility. Funding Source: Department of Labor Award Amount: $142.455 GreenWORKS for San Diego Able-Disabled Advocacy’s comprehensive and innovative Green Capacity Building Program named GreenWORKS for San Diego enhances A-DA’s capacity to teach prospective program participants the skills that are required for entry and career advancement in the “Green Industries” of: (1) Green Builder and Retrofitter; (2) Solar System Installer; (3) Wind Turbine Technician; and (4) Energy Efficiency Auditor. Our Green Capacity Building outcomes and project deliverables will greatly improve local job opportunities for at-risk drop-out youth with disabilities, along with low-income adults with disabilities to achieve independence, career success and financial self-sufficiency. Green Employer Focus Group Questionnaire Green Jobs Presentation (PowerPoint 2000-2003) Green Jobs Presentation (PowerPoint 2007) Funding Source: Department of Labor Award Amount: $100,000 HVRP TechWorks The program is open to Veterans living on the street or in shelters or transitional housing who are interested in improving their skills and becoming employed and self-supporting. Services:
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For more information, please call Patricia Marr, Kevin Bell or Dr. Eddie Tarazi at 619.269.9351. Located at our Central San Diego office - 619.269.9351 521 Grape Street, San Diego, CA 92101 (map) Funding Source: Department of Labor Award Amount: $300,000 San Diego CONNECTS This is a general career counseling program where we assist youth in identifying career goals based on their strengths and interests. Then we develop a plan on how to achieve those goals. Plans will consist of milestones related to education, training and work experience. Step by step, we provide guidance and support as they continue their education or start their career. Eligibility:
If you are interested in applying for San Diego CONNECTS, download our application in either format and fill it out prior to your interview. Student Application: Adobe PDF -Microsoft Word Please call Program Manager Denise Yoggerst at 619.231.5990 ext. 307 or contact her via our contact form to learn more about the services and program eligibility. Funding Source: Department of Labor Award Amount: $500,000 TechWORKS An innovative Information Technology Training Program that will serve San Diego County low-income neighborhoods where poverty, unemployment and the need for training are the greatest. We will target training and employment in the high growth Information occupations based on local labor market demand. Participants will receive Technology-Based Training in the Software and Computer Services (SCS) industry. Career options include: (1) Computer and Network Support Specialists (A+ and Net+); (2) Desktop Support Technicians (MCP); (3) Microsoft Business Specialists (MOS and MCAS); and (4) Information Assurance (Security) Specialist. Training will consist of a blended educational experience to promote academic achievement and enhance lifelong learning. Along with online learning, trainees will receive extensive education and career planning services; user support; hands-on and work-based learning opportunities; labor market information; career counseling; on-going assessment; in-kind financial assistance to support training; subsidy for test fees for credentialing; and most important, job placement assistance following training. VetWORKS VetWORKS serves Recently Separated Veterans residing in San Diego. A comprehensive array of career advancement services are offered, including job search assistance, tuition for vocational training, computer skills upgrading, resume development, entrepreneurial training and work-related financial support for tools, transportation, test and license fees. Eligibility: You must be a Recently Seperated Veteran (served within the last 48 months) or have a service-connected disability and was honorably discharged. Located at South County Career Center - 619.424.6860 1111 Bay Blvd., Suite E, Chula Vista, CA 91911(map) If you are interested in applying for VetWORKS, download our application in either format and fill it out prior to your interview. Client Application: Adobe PDF -Microsoft Word For more information, please call Program Manager Denise Yoggerst at 619.231.5990 ext. 307 or contact her via our contact form. Funding Source: Department of Labor Award Amount: $1,000,000 YouthBuild YouthBuild is a highly successful and well-respected program for out-of-school young adults that places equal emphasis on community development, job training, career development, and education. The program is nationally recognized for its ability to enable young adults to create success for themselves while making a significant contribution to society. There have been 226 YouthBuild programs across the country. YouthBuild was started in 1978 as the Youth Action Program with the support of HUD, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. It provides young adults an immediately productive role in their community as they engage in the development and renovation of low-income and transitional housing, learn about the responsibilities of work, learn academic skills required for high school diplomas, acquire job skills in construction trades, and learn leadership and social interaction skills. In this program we will also emphasize job readiness and how to keep a job, along with other life skills, such as personal finance and drivers license training. Eligibility:
For more information, please call Jacki Farrington at 619.876.5290 or contact her via our contact form. Funding Source: Department of Labor Award Amount: $1,100,000 YouthBuild Mentoring We are extending support for our students by coordinating group mentoring activities. Once students and mentors figure out who they have the most chemistry with, they will be matched. Our mentors represent a variety of professions and backgrounds. YouthBuild Mentors must be willing to volunteer 6 hours per month for at least 1 year. If you are interested in mentoring our students, please download our application in either format and fax it back to 619.231.2380. Mentor Application: Adobe PDF - Microsoft Word For more information, please call Program Coordinator Travis Perreira at 619.231.5990 ext. 312 or contact him via our contact form. Funding Source: Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Award Amount: $80,000 |