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Provides individuals with limited English-language and employment skills as well as those lacking educational credentials receive literacy education, English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction, civics and citizenship classes, access to and support in the use of technology, support in transitioning to postsecondary education or employment, life skills, and counseling and case management.

Provides resources in job seeking, interviewing, and résumé writing. Also teaches participants soft skills to set goals, solve problems, resolve conflict, manage stress, set boundaries, communicate effectively, and prioritize needs.

Assists residents who are seeking employment in their job searches, helps them to identify training and educational opportunities to become more employable. Offers internet access and computer workstations so clients may conduct employment searches, draft/revise their resumes, practice typing skills, and/or refresh their knowledge of office software.

Assists and provides clients with the choices and opportunities to become employed, increase their earnings, and eventually leave and remain off benefits by becoming fully self-supportive. Services include explanation of Social Security's rules, work incentive counseling, career consulting/job leads, and case management.

Offers empowering, customized employment programs to assist youth and adults living with disabilities and chronic illnesses by preparing them for competitive employment and community integration. Services include job placement, follow-up after employment, and educational programs to assess employability.

Designed to match essential job skills with employee knowledge and ability, the WIN and WorkKeys assessments work together to provide both job seekers and employers with valuable training and information. Clients work through practice tests prior to taking the standardized WorkKeys exam within a controlled environment. If scores demonstrate weakness in a particular subject area, remediation modules and instructor assistance are available.

Program that provides information and guidance for people who need to evaluate their aptitude, abilities and interests in order to choose a vocation or career and select the type of training that will enable them to obtain and progress in positions in the public or private sector that are productive and fulfilling.

Provides an array of employment and training services that include resume workshops, free career counseling, job search assistance, interview skills training; skills assessment and job fairs. Many services are available online.

After school programs include: - Informal education/tutoring - Health and physical education - Social and recreational activities - Outdoor recreation, including summer day camp programs at Camp Hogan (6 weeks, M-F, $20/week, ages 6-10) or the club - Employability programs including Job Ready, Career Explorers, Junior Staff and Apprenticeships for youth from 12 to 18 years

Offers a summer internship program in which students are introduced to several career development and youth enrichment options with local employers.

Career Exploration Camps designed to expose area youth (Grades 4 - 9) to various career opportunities in the region. Hands-on camps may be available.

A stipend is paid for on-the-job training in the actual work of operating an organic CSA farm. Internships are seasonal positions usually offered in the summer.

Provides assistance to veterans and their families in obtaining benefits and services earned through military service and provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and other government agencies.

Offers a free, one-year program that empowers young adults to reach their full potential and thrive in professional careers and higher education. Students spend six months learning in-demand technical and professional skills before applying their skills during a six-month corporate internship. Throughout the program, students complete coursework that may be eligible for college credits and receive access to services and supports to promote their success.

Prepares adult job seekers for full time employment through an intensive multi-day Workshop. Assists course graduates with resume' preparation, interview skill building, job searching, overcoming barriers to employment, financial planning, maintaining and developing job skills, and reaching goals for job advancement. Pottstown Works also offers on-going mentoring, technical resource (access to computers, printers one-on one assistance) for all graduates. A similar program is provided in collaboration with the Pottstown School District to help guide high school students through the process of finding a job.

Provides an array of employment and training services that include resume workshops, free career counseling, job search assistance, interview skills training; skills assessment and job fairs. Many services are available online.

Provides job development and training services. Also provides workforce training in middle skills, middle wage jobs for unemployed and underemployed adults. Visual arts-based education for high school students is offered during out-of-school time.

Provides assistance with finding employment and on-the-job training. A job coach will work with the employee until the employer is satisfied with the individual's work performance. At that time, the job coach will gradually withdraw support from the worksite, a process known as "fading," enabling the employee to function at a fully independent level.

Provides comprehensive jobseeker assistance, including job readiness training, resume development workshops, job finding assistance, and more. Also provides employment services to persons formerly incarcerated (reentering / returning citizens or ex-offenders).

Provides tuition-free career training for qualified adult residents of Pennsylvania. Short-term training available: Culinary Arts, Horticultural Technology, Medical Coding/Billing, Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Chemical Laboratory Technician.

Provides an array of employment and training services that include resume workshops, free career counseling, job search assistance, interview skills training; skills assessment and job fairs. Many services are available online.

Provides assistance to veterans and their families in obtaining benefits and services earned through military service and provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and other government agencies.

Allows local youth, ages 18-24, who have graduated from the Project Success program to mentor and volunteer as aides while continuing to gather information regarding career guidance and exploration through the use of bi-weekly seminars, field trips, guest speakers, and job shadowing.

Offers an education council funded largely by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to meet workforce development needs. Serves as a resource and clearinghouse for businesses and individuals seeking to access post-secondary education and training. Also provides GED testing and various certifications.

Provides individualized employment, education, and training services to promote self-worth, the development of natural supports, and community integration.