YW Works Employment Program

Services Provided

Skills Assessment helps clients identify their interests and abilities with the goal of pursuing a career that is right for them.

Training through internships, training schools, on-the-job training and/or higher education.

Acquisition of Employment is achieved by educating clients about how to find a job by applying and interviewing in the right ways. Help is also provided in finding a job once clients are ready to do so.

Job Retention is supported with case management, on-the-job coaching, support groups and professional mentoring.

Supportive Services assist clients with any barriers to acquiring or maintaining employment, such as transportation and child care.

Program Highlights:

• Free and confidential individual and group sessions.
• Application, resume and cover letter development.
• Extensive network with area employers.
• Mock interviews.
• Education and employment site visits.
• On-site computer access for self-paced learning and practice.
• Dress for success and a working professional closet (for women only).
• Personal skills development.
• Follow-up job coaching and mentoring.

For more information, please contact:

Marlai Paxton
YWCA Greater Harrisburg
1101 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 234-7931 ext. 3005
mpaxton@ywcahbg.org