Employment assistance for those with a criminal record

Phone: (608) 242-7402

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Address: 2300 S. Park St Madison, WI

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About this resource: The Re-Entry Program lead participants to employment and skills training opportunities that enhance employability and lead to economic independence. In collaboration with Just Dane's Journey Home Program our Case Manager focuses on helping Re-Entry participants address their employment and training needs through services and referrals focusing on motivation/life skills activities, employment search, and employer based skills training activities. Some of the areas we cover include:

• Career Exploration

• Job Hunting

• Successful Interviewing - How do you answer questions regarding past offenses

• Role Playing - Interviews, what questions to ask

• Dress for Success

• Positive Attitudes and Behaviors

• Adaptability - Recognize strengths and how to work with limitations/barriers

• Overcoming Obstacles

• Respect - Recognition of diversity and change

• Reponsibility

• Time Management

• Money Management

• Discrimination

• Examinations - How to prepare for exams

• Assistance with Computers and On-line Applications

• Supportive Services Assistance

• Referrals to Training Opportunities available through the Job Center and the community.

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Who can use this resource? You must be receiving Foodshare benefits. Any other questions about eligibility can be answered by calling (608) 242-7402!

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Next Steps:

• Call the number above or email info@eata.org for more info!

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