Lauderdale , San Francisco , Norwalk and London . With welfare reform's work requirements and benefit limits, San Diego seeks progressive solutions building public and private partnerships that result in successful job placements. Their barriers to employment include lack of education and job skills, no recent work experience, child-care, transportation, prior substance abuse, homelessness, and criminal records. In an envrionment where excuses are unacceptable, participants are provided the tools to being viewing themselves as marketable adults. Beginning with the soft skills such as a firm handshake, making eye contact, the program stresses initiative, cooperation, and teamwork, while developing self-confidence.
Participants identify job skills, develop resumes, and practice interview techniques.
The training is based on the premise that employers will hire a person for an entry-level job who exhibits a work ready attitude. Neither employers nor applicants are charged a fee for the services.