Employment

Services: Education, Faith-based Support

Specific Employment Services: Resume Writing, Application, Interview Skills, Job/Vocational Training, Various job skills training

Requirements: A willingness to learn and grow.

What Should I Do Next If I Am Interested?: Call to set an appointment for a new student application.

Enrollment Process: Set an appointment to fill out application and have an interview. Most people start the next day.

Faith-based: Christian. We accept people of all faiths. We have some classes that utilize the Bible as a reference.

Additional Details: We offer hands on job experience by recycling electronics, refurbishing computers, repairing automobiles, auto detailing, administrative assistance, janitorial services, food services, and more. We do not have any fees or charges. We do not have any paid positions open, We require students to set a prearranged schedule and then adhere to it.

*Updated 2/2012

Eastern Nebraska Community Action Partnership (ENCAP)

Locations:

ENCAP North
2406 Fowler Ave.
Omaha, NE 68111
Phone: (402) 453-5656

ENCAP South
One World Community
Health Center
4920 S. 30th St. Ste. 103 Omaha, NE 68107
Tues Only
Phone: (402) 453-5656 Ext. 214

ENCAP Sarpy
1908 Hancock St.
Bellevue, NE 68005
Phone: (402) 292-2961

Website: www.encapomaha.org

Services: Alcohol/Drug Programs, Clothing, Education, Employment, Food, HealthCare, Life Skills, Mental Health, Youth Programs

Opening Doors for Success is an employment initiative open to individuals with a challenging background and for those needing additional skills to find and retain employment. This includes Life and Living Skills Workshops, Employability Skills Workshops, Mentoring and Life Skills Coaching, and on-site GED classes.

Heartland Workforce Solutions

2421 N. 24th St.
Omaha, NE 68110

Phone: (402) 444-4700

Hours: Mon - Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm

Contact: onestop@hws-ne.org

Services: Education, Employment, Life Skills, Youth Programs

Specific Employment Services: Resume Writing, Application, Interview Skills, Knowledge of Work Opportunity Tax Credits/ Federal Bonding Program, Job/Vocational Training, Job Placement

Requirements: Registration in NEworks (http://neworks.nebraska.gov) required for some services. Most are open to the general public/job seekers.

What Should I Do Next If I Am Interested?: Registration may be completed online at http://neworks.nebraska.gov. Call or visit the career center for more information about signing up for workshops or specialized services.

Enrollment Process: Please call or visit the career center for specific program information.

Additional Details: All our services are free of charge.

*Updated 2/2012

PSI/Employment First

1941 S. 42nd St., Ste. 370
Omaha, NE 68105

Phone: (402) 271-7300

Hours: Mon 8:00am - 6:00pm Tues - Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm

Website: efccjobs.com

Contact: David Vaughn; dvaughn@policy-studies.com

Deb Lowry; dlowry@policy-studies.com

Services: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

Specific Services: Resume Writing, Application, Interview Skills, Knowledge of Work Opportunity Tax Credits/ Federal Bonding Program, Job/Vocational Training, Job Placement

Requirements: Must be referred to our agency by Health and Human Services.

What Should I Do Next If I Am Interested?: Complete the application process on the "Access Nebraska" website to determine eligibilty. Once determined eligible for TANF/Employment First, and if you live in Douglas or Sarpy County, you can ask to be referred to PSI/Employment First.

Enrollment Process: Complete the application process with HHS. Once your referred to PSI/Employment First, you will receive services the day you attend Orientation and Assessment.

Faith-based?: We are not a faith-based agency, but pending on your needs assessment, you may be referred to outside faith-based agencies to obtain services we do not provide.

*Updated 2/2012

4805 N. 72nd St.
Omaha, NE 68134

Phone: (402) 231-1978

Hours: Mon - Fri 7:30am - 4:00pm

Contact: readyservices@goodwillomaha.org

Services: Life Skills, Job Readiness Skills and information on community resources

Specific Services: Resume Writing, Application, Interview Skills, Job Readiness Skills

Requirements:Program is open to anyone looking to enhance or develop their Job Readiness Skills.

What Should I Do Next If I Am Interested?: Call to schedule a one-on-one appointment.

Enrollment Process: Once a person shows up for their scheduled appointment, we will begin working on the job readiness skills they are in need of.

Additional Details: On most Thursdays I offer a free workshop from 1:00pm - 3:00pm on various skill strengthening topics, such as: attitude, dependability, ethics, organizational skills, social interaction, and many more.

Other job readiness skills we can work on include: interview tips/mock interviews, identifying your skills, how to market them, how to fill out applications appropriately, and where to look for jobs.

*Updated 2/2012

Staff Mid America

4315 Frances St. Ste. 300
Omaha, NE 68105

Phone: (402) 558-1760

Hours: 7:00am - 5:00pm

Contact:Sean Rogers ; srogers@staffmidam.com

Services: Employment

Additional Details: Have a current photo I.D and your social security card.

Task Advantage Personnel Staffing

4232 L St.
Omaha, NE 68107

Phone: (402) 733-8663

Applications accepted Mon - Fri 6:00am - 9:00am

Contact: Ask for Bob or Scott

Services: Employment

Specific Services: Job Placement

Requirements: Fill out the application. You must have one form of valid ID from both categories:

What Should I Do Next If I Am Interested?: Fill out the application. Have your ID's available. Be HONEST with us about your criminal history. We are vary willing to help you find employment.

Additional Details: We are a temporary staffing agency. We specialize in general labor, housekeeping, warehouse work, and office furniture installation. We have temporary to fulltime positions available. Daily pay is available.

Vocational Rehabilitation

1313 Farnam on-the-mall
Omaha, NE 68102

Phone: (402) 595-2100

Phone: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Website: www.vr.ne.gov

Contact: Vocational Rehabilitation ; VR.InfoOmahaDowntown@nebraska.gov

Services:  Employment

Specific Services: Resume Writing, Application, Interview Skills, Knowledge of Work Opportunity Tax Credits/ Federal Bonding Program, Job/Vocational Training, Job Placement

Requirements: Need to have a medically diagnosed disability that causes a barrier to employment. The disability can be physical, mental, or emotional.

What Should I Do Next If I Am Interested?: Contact the local VR office Vocational Rehabilitation (402) 595-2100 or Toll free 800-554-3382.

Enrollment Process: Contact the local office and schedule an orientation. After the orientation, meet with a Rehabilitation Specialist. The specialist is responsible for providing comprehensive employment services to individuals that experience a disability and are interested in pursuing employment.

Faith-based?: No

Women's Center for Advancement Transitions Career Services Program

222 S. 29th St. Omaha, NE 68131

Hours: Mon - Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Phone: Main Line: (402) 345-6555; 24hr Hotline: (402) 345-7273

Website: www.wcaomaha.org

Services: Employment, Life Skills, Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Program

Specific Services: Short term personal counseling and career counseling, job seekers support group, and education. Workshops on resume writing, interview skills, and conflict management are offered. Limited financial assistance available for job training or additional schooling. Career assessments.

Requirements: Serves persons 18 and older in Cass, Douglas, and Sarpy Counties. Limited to women interested in employment, especially nontraditional careers.

What Should I Do Next If I Am Interested?: Please call if you are interested. This is a program for women.

Additonal Details: We have Translators. Call 877-215-0167 for Spanish.

*Updated 2/2012