Supports an array of services to assist Temporary Assistance and Food Stamp applicants and recipients in securing and retaining employment and achieving self sufficiency.
Provides Summer Youth Employment Services

Provides an employment program for recipients of Public Assistance. Offers case management, referrals to services, and support services such as child care and transportation. (Transportation and child care are provided during the program.) Employable recipients are engaged in full-time activities, with options such as structured job search, job seeking and retention workshops, educational and/or vocational training, unpaid work experience, job placement, and subsidized employment. Those who are exempt are assisted with accessing and maintaining treatment with the goal of rehabilitation or eligibility for SSI.

Provides an employment program for recipients of Public Assistance. Offers case management, referrals to services, and support services such as child care and transportation. (Transportation and child care are provided during the program.) Employable recipients are engaged in full-time activities, with options such as structured job search, job seeking and retention workshops, educational and/or vocational training, unpaid work experience, job placement, and subsidized employment. Those who are exempt are assisted with accessing and maintaining treatment with the goal of rehabilitation or eligibility for SSI.

Provides an employment program for recipients of Public Assistance. Offers case management, referrals to services, and support services such as child care and transportation. (Transportation and child care are provided during the program.) Employable recipients are engaged in full-time activities, with options such as structured job search, job seeking and retention workshops, educational and/or vocational training, unpaid work experience, job placement, and subsidized employment. Those who are exempt are assisted with accessing and maintaining treatment with the goal of rehabilitation or eligibility for SSI.

Workshop and Certification offerings include:Carlisle Hills Community Center Lab - Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Resume Skills, Online Job Search and Applications, Career and Workplace Skills and ExplorationBroome County Lab (at Exchange St.) - Python, On-line Security, Using Excel

Job training program that focuses on one of the many causes of hunger, unemployment. Each quarter, up to 12 individuals spend 12 weeks training in the warehouse, receiving certifications, and taking life skills classes. Many program participants find employment afterwards.

Site-based Prevocational TrainingWe encourage individuals to focus on the things that they can do rather than skills that limit their vocational performance. Onsite in JM Murray's manufacturing warehouse, we assist with developing long-term vocational goals that align with an individual's unique skills, strengths and interests.Community-based Prevocational TrainingOur community-based program matches individuals with local businesses to explore the world of work. Participants are assessed, trained and accompanied by JM staff.Employment ConnectionOur full-service agency provides employment opportunities to individuals with disabilities. We assist with job exploration, readiness training and ongoing employment support for individuals with developmental and physical disabilities.ACE (Assisted Competitive Employment)Program participants 18 years or older with a mental health diagnosis, receive vocational rehabilitation and mental health supports to obtain and sustain integrated competitive employment. Through group and individual activities including: goal setting, career exploration and volunteer experiences, we help participants improve their self-confidence, stamina, skills and dependability in a supportive environment.Transitional Employment Placement (TEP)Program participants 18 years or older with a mental health diagnosis explore a variety of employment opportunities through short-term placements and volunteering to strengthen skills with the goal of achieving assisted or unassisted competitive employment in the field of their choice.

Provides a case management system designed to assist clients to prepare for and find stable employment.

Offers employment training and supportive services including child care and transportation costs for people who are receiving public assistance through the TANF program in an effort to help them become self-supporting.

Offers employment training and supportive services including child care and transportation costs for people who are receiving public assistance through the TANF program in an effort to help them become self-supporting.

Offers employment training and supportive services including child care and transportation costs for people who are receiving public assistance through the TANF program in an effort to help them become self-supporting.

Offers employment training and supportive services including child care and transportation costs for people who are receiving public assistance through the TANF program in an effort to help them become self-supporting.

* Does not provide direct food assistance or services for individuals. Not an emergency food pantry or soup kitchen.* Distributes donated and purchased food and other items to member charitable organizations serving the needy, children, seniors, and ill.* Provides Food Safety Training.* Advocates for hunger issues.* Offers Foodlink Career Fellowship - A year-long culinary training program to secure a middle-skills job.* Coordinates fundraising events.* Creates publications, newsletters, and brochures.Member of Feeding America. Member of the Emergency Services and Family Stabilization Network.

Provides an employment program for recipients of Public Assistance. Offers case management, referrals to services, and support services such as child care and transportation. (Transportation and child care are provided during the program.)

Employable recipients are engaged in full-time activities, with options such as structured job search, job seeking and retention workshops, educational and/or vocational training, unpaid work experience, job placement, and subsidized employment. Those who are exempt are assisted with accessing and maintaining treatment with the goal of rehabilitation or eligibility for SSI.

Provides job training and prejob guidance to individuals who are on public assistance to help them become self sufficient.

Provides intensive substance abuse treatment plus an employment readiness program that includes vocational counseling and computer instruction. Clients also receive case management and assistance with concrete services and child care as needed.Licensed by The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (NYS OASAS)

A collaborative program that provides education or training to recipients of TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), to help them get back on their feet. Some of the services include: one week pre-employment training workshop, job skills and readiness assessment, job search training, job development, placement assistance, and post-placement follow-up.

Seeks to promote job searches, job referrals, and supportive services to divert applicants from the need of ongoing cash assistance. Provides an intensive assessment to help identify potential barriers to self-sufficiency and assist families to overcome these barriers, job readiness training and other employment-related services such as resume writing, interviewing skills and techniques, and supportive services to assist in maintaining/retaining employment. If cost effective, employment-related supportive services such as car repairs or insurance, transportation assistance, work clothes, etc. can be approved by DSS on a case-by-case basis.

Provides Cash Assistance for recipients who are not employed to capacity but are able to work. Must enroll in the program to receive work experience, training, and the tools to return to self-sufficiency. Employment Unit can help individuals become job-ready and find a rewarding job to develop their experience, skills, and self-esteem. Job developers also work with local employers.

Offers employment training and supportive services including child care and transportation costs for people who are receiving public assistance through the TANF program in an effort to help them become self-supporting. Also helps individuals applying for long term NYS disability navigation.

Provides job training and prejob guidance to individuals who are on public assistance to help them become self sufficient.

Offers employment training and supportive services including child care and transportation costs for people who are receiving public assistance through the TANF program in an effort to help them become self-supporting. Also helps individuals applying for long term NYS disability navigation.

Offers employment training and supportive services including child care and transportation costs for individuals who are receiving public assistance through the TANF program in an effort to help them become self-supporting.

Assists with obtaining and maintaining employment by providing help to identify strengths and eliminating the life barriers that prevent success in the work world.

Provides Cash Assistance for recipients who are not employed to capacity but are able to work. Must enroll in the program to receive work experience, training, and the tools to return to self-sufficiency. Employment Unit can help individuals become job-ready and find a rewarding job to develop their experience, skills, and self-esteem. Job developers also work with local employers.