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Food Support recipients may be required to participate in the Food Stamp Employment and Training (FSET) program. Each participant is first provided with an orientation to program services followed by an individual assessment and completion of an employability plan. Depending on the individual's needs, they may take part in job seeking training, group and individual job search activities, remedial literacy or other adult basic education, English language training, short-term vocational or technical training, job placement, and assistance with transportation or other supportive services. Participants who fail to comply with program requirements are subject to sanctions and could temporarily or permanently lose food benefits.

Offers employment services at no cost, including job and career training, as well as employment and placement opportunities for youth. These programs are for youth who have nowhere else to turn for help to find employment, complete their education, and who need support to move forward. Services include paid internships, tuition to train for a new career, help finishing school or getting a GED, help with job hunting, and transportation assistance (such as bus fare cards). Participants in Avivo's youth and young adult employment programs can also access short-term credentialed training options for higher-wage jobs, such as:

• Certified Nursing Assistance (CNA)

• Forklift Operator, including Forklift Operators Certification

• Culinary Arts and ServSafe certifications

• Enrollment opportunities in credentialed training at Avivo Institute of Career and Technical Education

Assists with competitive job placement and retention, with services typically provided on a weekly basis with client needs and preferences taken into consideration

Adult partial subsidy program Participants who demonstrate that they are work ready and who are hired into career oriented, long-term, stable employment may arrange to have the first 720 hours of their new employment subsidized. These subsidies are paid to the employer, not the employee. A special contract with the employer is required that specifies the terms of agreement for the employer and Aanjibimaadizing. Participant households must be below 200% of poverty guidelines. Adult support services Single payments to vendors to assist participants in overcoming specific, immediate and essential family stabilization or employment related barriers. Participant households must be below 200% of poverty guidelines. The expenses must:

• Be directly related to education or employment

?- Verified as not otherwise provided free of charge or available from other resources ?- Be the only way available to meet the need ?- Be documented with evidence of the need verified Adult work experience (WEX) program A 720-hour on-the-job work experience training program structured to promote self-sufficiency through the development of appropriate work habits and job skills. The program targets four critical work behaviors: achievement, reliability, safety, and team building. Participant households must be below 200% of poverty guidelines. The program's incentives are directly related to mastery of these four program behaviors. The program is designed to move the participant to unsubsidized, career-oriented work by building their work skills. Career training and development program Provides basic work and family related trainings and tutoring. These include such issues as: GED preparation, driver's license tests, budgeting, parenting, CPR/first aid, food handling, communications, and conflict management. Households must be below 300% of poverty guidelines. Ge-Niigaanizijig youth program Activities and regularly scheduled meetings to inspire and motivate youth to embrace a traditions based pro-social lifestyle free of chemicals, anti-social or risky behavior, promiscuity, and dependency. Activities are offered to all eligible reservation service area youth from kindergarten through age 20. Income verification is required. Children in families living at or below 200 percent of the poverty guideline qualify. Children who are over-income may be supported by the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. Cash incentives and awards are made to any Ge-Niigaanizijig youth who meet program participation and achievement goals. Youth career and work exploration program Youth, ages 16 -20 whose family's income is below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Guideline may participate. Youth are given an incentive for actual hours worked. To be eligible youth must be in school, making satisfactory attendance and grades. The type of work and the number of hours worked per week depend on the needs of the worksite supervisor. Youth support services Youth ages three through six who live in households that are below 300 percent of the Federal Poverty Guideline and who are enrolled in daycare or school may receive supportive services for such things as:

• (For Cash Assistance Families only) a fall and winter school clothing assistance
• Athletic or academic program fees and supplies
• Boarding school support costs including travel and supplies (based on a program recommendation/required list)
• Driver's education costs
• Leadership, education or cultural camp costs, including tuition, travel, and supplies (based on a program recommendation/required list)
• New employment clothing and/or supplies when required by the employer
• Special tutor costs (such as individual music lessons)

Offers employment services for individuals living with a disability to help them navigate employment options that are a right fit for them. The Employment Department of Minnesota Diversified Industries (MDI) is available at all locations and works with each individual to find a match to meet employment goals. Services include:

• Career Skills Training: Help individuals build personal and professional development for lifelong career skills

• Community Placement Services: The Placement Team works with job seekers and referral sources to find the best employment fit for the individual's skills, abilities, and interests

• Job Placement: Offers meaningful work, such as assembling plastic containers, putting together kits for medical companies, and operating packaging equipment

• On-the-Job Training: Offers a support team to provide daily coaching, training, goal setting, identify skills/abilities, retain job, and more

Offers services to out-of-school and at risk youth. Provides high school dropout recovery, and attainment of recognized postsecondary credentials. These services include: ?- Career counseling ????- English as a Second Language classes

• GED

• Goal setting

• Help with resumes, applications, and interviews

• High school diploma

• Job and life skills

• Job placement

• Paid work experience

• Post high school education assistance

• Reading and math skills

• Referrals to other agencies

• Tests to find interests and skills

• Consumer-driven, consumer-directed community based employment project for persons with serious and persistent mental illness Provides: - Job flexibility (schedules to accommodate consumer needs)

• Individualized Career planning

• Transportation coordination

• Wage and benefit options

• Coordination of services

• Job club Out of Area 1-800-627-3529

Provides employment services for individuals interested in finding employment, obtaining certification training, or advancing their career. Services are provided in person at a CLUES location, virtually, or at one of the training partner locations. Services include:

• Career coaching

• Employment Preparation Assistance: Offers tailored resume building, cover letter crafting, job application assistance, interviewing skills enhancements, bilingual support, and in-person or virtual appointments

• Financial coaching

• Free career training workshops, 8 - 9 week training to learn soft skills along with hands-on training in high-demand industries

• Industry certification trainings for Steam and Hot Water Boiler Operator, Carpentry, Phlebotomy, Commercial Driver Careers, Healthcare Unit Coordinator, and Licensed Child Caregivers

• Job placement assistance

• Public assistance screening

• Transportation assistance

Provide individual competitive employment services. Services include:

• Benefits planning

• Career planning

• Follow-up support services

• Job coaching

• Job development services

• Job follow-up services

• Job placement

• Job-seeking skills training

• Multi-lingual and multi-cultural support

• PASS and IRWE planning

• Person-centered planning

• Resume and cover letter development

• Supported employment

NOTE: Minnesota Employment Center (MEC) Saint Paul site is the only in-person office. Other MEC locations are virtual but will serve members across Minnesota.

Provides career support services to individuals living with hearing loss, are deaf, or hard of hearing. Services provided:

• Career exploration, career planning, and vocational assessment

• Competitive and supported employment services

• Employer training, communications setup, and technical assistance

• Job customization and support to fit your needs

• Job searches and contacting potential employers

• Interviews, job shadowing, and company tours

• Ongoing job coaching, on-the-job development, and training to help individuals grow their skills

• Resume and cover letter development

• Computer Classes: Business Resources, Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Word 2010, Your Library Online, and more

• Copier and scanner

• Home library service

• iLab with makerspace technologies

• Interlibrary loans

• Online research tools

• Print and non-print materials including regular and large print books, books on CD, paperbacks, music CDs, video games, audio tapes, DVDs, described videos, newspapers, pamphlets, and magazines

• Public meeting rooms

• Reference and information services including Internet and web access

• Sponsors and hosts book clubs

• Streaming and downloadable media (audiobooks, eBooks, movies, music, and television programs)

• Storytimes and summer reading program for youth

Provides support to help individuals reach their employment goals. support can help discover interests and talents, assists in job searching, assists in developing skills needed to work, how to keep jobs, assists with career advancement, provides assistance in obtaining driver's licenses, and how to advocate for oneself.

Assists fathers to overcome barriers that prevent them from supporting their children economically and emotionally. Services include:

• Case management services

• Child support services

• Employment services

• Family activities

• Parenting support classes

Provides job readiness and employment assistance services such as:

• Interview preparation

• Job placement

• Job training

• Resume and cover letter assistance

Provide individual competitive employment services. Services include:

• Benefits planning

• Career planning

• Follow-up support services

• Job coaching

• Job development services

• Job follow-up services

• Job placement

• Job-seeking skills training

• Multi-lingual and multi-cultural support

• PASS and IRWE planning

• Person-centered planning

• Resume and cover letter development

• Supported employment

• Vocational assessments: Evaluations are conducted to line with the person's interests and strengths. Assist individuals in identifying job goals and developing career paths. The evaluation helps an individual determine if the work in that particular field is a good fit.

• Computer Classes: Business Resources, Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Word 2010, Your Library Online, and more

• Copier and scanner

• Home library service

• iLab with makerspace technologies

• Interlibrary loans

• Online research tools

• Print and non-print materials including regular and large print books, books on CD, paperbacks, music CDs, video games, audio tapes, DVDs, described videos, newspapers, pamphlets, and magazines

• Public meeting rooms

• Reference and information services including Internet and web access

• Sponsors and hosts book clubs

• Streaming and downloadable media (audiobooks, eBooks, movies, music, and television programs)

• Storytimes and summer reading program for youth

• Problem solving
• Medication awareness, monitoring
• Social skills and opportunities
• Needs:
• Housing
• Employment
• Benefits
• Medical
• Dental
• Emergency services
• Advocacy
• Any service that would help an individual live independently

• Computer Classes: Business Resources, Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Word 2010, Your Library Online, and more

• Copier and scanner

• Home library service

• iLab with makerspace technologies

• Interlibrary loans

• Online research tools

• Print and non-print materials including regular and large print books, books on CD, paperbacks, music CDs, video games, audio tapes, DVDs, described videos, newspapers, pamphlets, and magazines

• Public meeting rooms

• Reference and information services including Internet and web access

• Sponsors and hosts book clubs

• Streaming and downloadable media (audiobooks, eBooks, movies, music, and television programs)

• Storytimes and summer reading program for youth

Provides services to employees including a benefit plan that provides medical, dental insurance, 401 (k) and 403 (b) plans, Employee Assistance Program, Compensation Specialist, and Training Opportunities.

• Summary of Job Openings is updated weekly

• May request a complete job description for any position listed

• HR must receive application documents before, or no later than, 4:30 pm on the date the position is scheduled to close. Late applications after 4:30 pm will NOT be accepted.

Provides resources for food, clothing, linen, household items, hygiene items, baby supplies, and furniture on a limited basis. Services provided:

• Clothing: Offers general clothing items limited to 10 items per family member per month

• Dental Clinic: Open to individuals without dental insurance. Services provided include extractions/pulling teeth and fillings for cavities. Services are prioritized by the level of pain patients are experiencing.

• Diapers: Offers free diapers on an appointment basis

• Food: Offers individuals food once a month in partnership with Salvation Army. Accepts food donation items such as pancake mix/syrup, spaghetti noodles/sauce, soups, bags of sugar four pounds or larger, canned fruit, canned vegetables, cereal, cooking oil, macaroni and cheese, small bags/boxes of rice, tuna, canned chicken, Helper Meals, peanut butter, jelly, beans - baked (in cans) and pinto (in bags).

• Furniture Requests: Offers furniture and takes requests for furniture throughout the year

• Resource Center: Assists people to apply for county services such as public assistance, energy assistance, and MNsure. Also helps individuals with resumes and searching for a job

NOTE: Other donations accepted are houseware items, glassware, pots, pans, kitchen and table linens, silverware, personal hygiene items, laundry detergent, toiletries, limited pieces of small/large furniture items (sofas, love seats, tables, chairs, dressers, mattresses/box springs, metal bed frames, and tables).

Offers employment services for individuals living with a disability to help them navigate employment options that are a right fit for them. The Employment Department of Minnesota Diversified Industries (MDI) is available at all locations and works with each individual to find a match to meet employment goals. Services include:

• Career Skills Training: Help individuals build personal and professional development for lifelong career skills

• Community Placement Services: The Placement Team works with job seekers and referral sources to find the best employment fit for the individual's skills, abilities, and interests

• Job Placement: Offers meaningful work, such as assembling plastic containers, putting together kits for medical companies, and operating packaging equipment

• On-the-Job Training: Offers a support team to provide daily coaching, training, goal setting, identify skills/abilities, retain job, and more

• Healthy Movement Programming includes:
• Athletic programs: Individual/teams including basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball
• Open gym and physical activities
• Outdoor and environmental education

• Conflict resolution

• Counseling

• Education/Computer Learning Center includes computer driving stimulation program to practice safe driving, basic instruction, and avoiding risky behaviors while driving

• Nutrition program includes:
• Healthy meal/snack served daily
• Nutrition education and meal preparation
• Gardening opportunities

• K - 8 Reading and literacy enrichment program for youth who have been assessed as needing focused reading support, and numeracy enrichment to assist youth in transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" skills with a focus on building math proficiencies

• K - 12 Academic enrichment program for youth to promote academic growth Offers 1:1 academic support including tutoring, skills to become self-directed learners, STEM focused activities and Mentoring program

• Leadership/citizenship groups

• Life skills education

• Teen Pathways College Readiness Program: Individualized support and assistance preparing youth for ACT/SAT exams, college applications, college visits and other assistance as needed to ensure student's progress

• Teen Pathways Employment Readiness Program: Individualized and mentoring support to enhance working and life skills including managing a checking account, creating a budget, saving and investing, career plans and mentoring, vocational exploration, interviewing techniques and additional services as needed to ensure a student's success beyond high school

• "Smart Moves" drug and alcohol use prevention program and premature sexual activity prevention

Provides individuals with a range of employment services, including: ??- Career counseling?

• Employment referrals

• Employment workshop

• English as a Second Language referrals

• GED

• Goal-setting with staff

• Helps with resumes, applications, and interviews

• High school diploma

• Information and referral

• Job placement assistance

• Life skills

• On-the-job training

• Paid work experience

• Post-high school education

• Reading and math skills assessments

• Tests to find interests

A series of life readiness workshops for youth transitioning from adolescence to adulthood. The workshop series equips youth with the tools that they need to succeed in the adult world. This program is not an alternative to a general education, but rather covers many topics that are not often covered in the traditional classroom. Program includes:

• Career Pathways: Knowing their goals, and how to get there

• Empowerment: Personal development, and Health and Wellness

• Entrepreneurial Development: Owning their own full/part-time business

• Leadership Skills: Interpersonal communication and community involvement

• Wealth Building: Banking, investing, and credit building

• Work Readiness: Applying for jobs and resume writing

This program, in partnership with YES Duluth, also offers industry-specific paid internships and job placement, as well as wraparound educational, mental health, housing, and financial assistance programs through Life House Duluth. Youth will also work one-on-one with professionally trained mentors who will assess strengths, skills, and interests, as well as identify, and address barriers to achieving goals. After completing the ABCs, youth who are interested in owning their own business will be eligible to enroll in Freedom Youth Start-Ups (FYSU). This entrepreneurial development program assists youth with drafting business plans, providing access to micro-loans, and industry specific technical assistance. This is a 6 week (3 hours a week) course includes transportation, food, technology and childcare (for young parents).

Helps unemployed and underemployed refugees and immigrants find employment through credentialed training, paired with individualized career planning, work readiness, job search placement, and retention services.

• Bilingual supportive services

• Employment information including job banks, job fairs, and individualized job search and placement

• Job interview training

• Job training including classroom and on-the-job

• Resume preparation assistance

• Soft skills training, Certified Nursing Assistant, and manufacturing skills training

• Wage subsidy initiative for MFIP participants

• Welfare to work programs