Works to reduce the rate of recidivism among people returning home from prison by providing immediate paid employment, skills, training, and ongoing career support.

Offers financial assistance for bus passes and photo ID's, job search opportunities, and continued spiritual support to individuals after they have served their time in prison.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation, and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides a range of employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, and job retraining assistance. Also assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human Services, filing an initial Unemployment Claim, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation, and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Employment/Workforce Development program. Services include: * Career/employment planning assistance and guidance * Employment placement service * Wrap-around support services in support of workforce development * Career tracking and indefinite access to support * Job-finding assistance for all underserved populations (ex. Re-entry, Immigrant/Refugee, Disability, Seniors) * Provides all job-required clothing and transportion * Career and personality development support * Child care referrals * Skills training referrals

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation, and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Works to reduce the rate of recidivism among people returning home from prison by providing immediate paid employment, skills, training, and ongoing career support.

Introduces returning citizens to the building trades and teaches the necessary skills to apply for a registered apprenticeship. Offers several cohorts throughout the year; each course runs for six weeks, four hours each weekday, totaling 120 hours. The program provides a paid stipend. Support group and mental health services available.

Provides transitional employment with an electronics waste recycling company to people returning from prison. Offers a supportive environment for learning marketable job skills and a network of individuals who work together toward self- and community improvement. After 6 to 9 months, assists participants with preparing applications for jobs in industries for which they are eligible. Works with employers willing to hire job-ready, returning citizens for full-time, gainful employment.

Provides services that include: A) Job Readiness (resume writing, Interviewing skills, etc.) B) GED Prep and Testing C) Job Training in High Priority D) Occupations (EX: HVAC, Electrical, CNA, Plumbing, Machine Operator, etc.) E) Supportive Services such as: Books, tools, boots, and uniforms provided for work and school, ID/Licenses, etc.

Offers work release and alternative housing for both male and female offenders in the criminal justice system; provides cognitive behavioral-based program that emphasizes accountability and responsibility of the individual.

Southwestern Pennsylvania Re-entry Coalition was created by Mon Valley Initiative to coordinate resources for individuals whose criminal record creates barriers to self-sufficiency, through collaboration among agencies in Southwestern Pennsylvania. SPARC brings representatives from these participating organizations together to find the best way to provide formerly incarcerated individuals with the services and resources they need to successfully re-enter society and the workforce. SPARC currently works to: • Identify potential career paths for people re-entering the workforce (excluding those from which individuals with criminal backgrounds are banned by law) • Increase the number of employers willing to hire formerly incarcerated individuals through education about incentive programs • Address policy issues through information and advocacy

Provides intensive paid job training, paid transitional employment, and career development support for people who are often excluded from the workforce. The training and experience are in the environmental sector - planting trees, building trails, caring for green infrastructure, and other related projects.

Provides reentrants with traffic control training, state and federal certifications, wages, and benefits. Offers additional services through partnerships for housing, substance use disorder counseling, and community involvement.

Provides one on one peer mentoring, job placement, ID/licensure, and birth certificate.

Provides a reentry organization support and meetings to advocate and coordinate services for ex-offenders (barriers to employment for returning citizens, resume and job application assistance). Meetings are held at CareerLink (100 North Cameron Street, Harrisburg, PA 17104).

Offers programs that address barriers of youth and young adults who are or have been involved in the legal system or are participating in activities that put them at risk for entering the legal system.

Offers access to a resource library that includes: computers with internet access and resume writing software; PA CareerLink registration; resume packets; information on interviewing skills and writing cover and follow-up letters; labor market and training provider information; job listings; information on local agencies, services, and resources; and phone, fax, and copier access for job searching.

Provides family reunification, housing assistance, mentoring, and workforce development services for individuals returning home from incarceration.

Southwestern Pennsylvania Re-entry Coalition was created by Mon Valley Initiative to coordinate resources for individuals whose criminal record creates barriers to self-sufficiency, through collaboration among agencies in Southwestern Pennsylvania. SPARC brings representatives from these participating organizations together to find the best way to provide formerly incarcerated individuals with the services and resources they need to successfully re-enter society and the workforce. SPARC currently works to: • Identify potential career paths for people re-entering the workforce (excluding those from which individuals with criminal backgrounds are banned by law) • Increase the number of employers willing to hire formerly incarcerated individuals through education about incentive programs • Address policy issues through information and advocacy

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation, and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides re-entry services. Assists with housing, mentoring, education, and employment.

Provides direct assistance through classes and/or one-on-one. Assistance includes, but is not limited to: resume preparation, mock interviews, job search assistance, completion of on-line applications, job readiness techniques, one-on-one mentoring to assist clients in obtaining gainful employment. Focuses on providing guidance in the areas of vocational training, certification and/or license, in the field of Real Estate, Paralegal, Forklift, and OSHA Certifications to help enhance and build credentials for employment.

Provides job readiness services (resume writing, interviewing skills, etc.), job training in the labor market, and high priority occupations area of: manufacturing, construction, health care, and transportation. Assists with job placement and retention services.