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Full Resource Name:
Community Action Agency, Getting Ahead
Address
309 Office Plaza Dr
Tallahassee, FL 32301
(850) 222-2043 x4
AKA:
Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin!-by World and Staying Ahead
Description:
*Program consists of two components including a 15-week class called Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin!-by World; then upon completion, participants shift to the Staying Ahead Program where they are paired with 2 mentors who meet regularly for about 6 months to advise, counsel and encourage
*Program assists with GED, trade/vocational education, higher education to improve opportunities for jobs with a livable wage; employability skills, and opportunity to participate in the Agency!s On-The-Job Training (OJT) Program; job placement, coaching, and counseling; ongoing counseling, monitoring, and support from a case manager/social worker to ensure continued progress toward family self-sufficiency goals; multiple opportunities for crisis/emergency assistance during the first year based on the availability of resources
*Participants meet once a week in a relaxed discussion type atmosphere and class members work closely with Career Source, TCC and Lively Vocational School; funding may be available to pay for tuition, books, job training, childcare on a case by case basis
*Call for more information about class dates and times
*Persons interested in becoming a mentor may fill out an application on website or call to volunteer
Intake Process:
Register online or call the office
Program Fees:
None
Languages:
English
Eligibility:
Adult residents of resident of Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty and Wakulla counties who meet low income guidelines (200% of the federal poverty level based on the number of household members); ALICE (Asset-Limited (no savings), Income-Constrained (no career ladder), Employed)
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
August 13, 2024
Volunteer Opportunities:
Call to volunteer as a mentor
Address Listings
Mailing
309 Office Plaza Dr
Tallahassee, FL 32301
Physical (Primary)
309 Office Plaza Dr
Tallahassee, FL 32301
Contacts
Phone Numbers
1. Main Number, listen for program prompt
(850) 222-2043 x4
Services
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Description
*Program consists of two components including a 15-week class called Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettinâ-by World; then upon completion, participants shift to the Staying Ahead Program where they are paired with 2 mentors who meet regularly for about 6 months to advise, counsel and encourage *Program assists with GED, trade/vocational education, higher education to improve opportunities for jobs with a livable wage; employability skills, and opportunity to participate in the Agencyâs On-The-Job Training (OJT) Program; job placement, coaching, and counseling; ongoing counseling, monitoring, and support from a case manager/social worker to ensure continued progress toward family self-sufficiency goals; multiple opportunities for crisis/emergency assistance during the first year based on the availability of resources *Participants meet once a week in a relaxed discussion type atmosphere and class members work closely with Career Source, TCC and Lively Vocational School; funding may be available to pay for tuition, books, job training, childcare on a case by case basis *Call for more information about class dates and times *Persons interested in becoming a mentor may fill out an application on website or call to volunteer
Hours
8AM-Noon and 2PM-5PM, M-F; Office hours; Meeting times vary
Required Documents
Call
Eligibility
Adult residents of resident of Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty and Wakulla counties who meet low income guidelines (200% of the federal poverty level based on the number of household members); ALICE (Asset-Limited (no savings), Income-Constrained (no career ladder), Employed)
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
Call or fill out application on website
Languages
English
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
Franklin, Gadsden, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Jefferson, Taylor, Wakulla Counties
Geography Served
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Description
*Program consists of two components including a 15-week class called Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettinâ-by World; then upon completion, participants shift to the Staying Ahead Program where they are paired with 2 mentors who meet regularly for about 6 months to advise, counsel and encourage *Program assists with GED, trade/vocational education, higher education to improve opportunities for jobs with a livable wage; employability skills, and opportunity to participate in the Agencyâs On-The-Job Training (OJT) Program; job placement, coaching, and counseling; ongoing counseling, monitoring, and support from a case manager/social worker to ensure continued progress toward family self-sufficiency goals; multiple opportunities for crisis/emergency assistance during the first year based on the availability of resources *Participants meet once a week in a relaxed discussion type atmosphere and class members work closely with Career Source, TCC and Lively Vocational School; funding may be available to pay for tuition, books, job training, childcare on a case by case basis *Call for more information about class dates and times *Persons interested in becoming a mentor may fill out an application on website or call to volunteer
Hours
8AM-Noon and 2PM-5PM, M-F; Office hours; Meeting times vary
Required Documents
Call
Eligibility
Adult residents of resident of Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty and Wakulla counties who meet low income guidelines (200% of the federal poverty level based on the number of household members); ALICE (Asset-Limited (no savings), Income-Constrained (no career ladder), Employed)
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
Call or fill out application on website
Languages
English
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
Franklin, Gadsden, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Jefferson, Taylor, Wakulla Counties
Geography Served
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Description
*Program consists of two components including a 15-week class called Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettinâ-by World; then upon completion, participants shift to the Staying Ahead Program where they are paired with 2 mentors who meet regularly for about 6 months to advise, counsel and encourage *Program assists with GED, trade/vocational education, higher education to improve opportunities for jobs with a livable wage; employability skills, and opportunity to participate in the Agencyâs On-The-Job Training (OJT) Program; job placement, coaching, and counseling; ongoing counseling, monitoring, and support from a case manager/social worker to ensure continued progress toward family self-sufficiency goals; multiple opportunities for crisis/emergency assistance during the first year based on the availability of resources *Participants meet once a week in a relaxed discussion type atmosphere and class members work closely with Career Source, TCC and Lively Vocational School; funding may be available to pay for tuition, books, job training, childcare on a case by case basis *Call for more information about class dates and times *Persons interested in becoming a mentor may fill out an application on website or call to volunteer
Hours
8AM-Noon and 2PM-5PM, M-F; Office hours; Meeting times vary
Required Documents
Call
Eligibility
Adult residents of resident of Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty and Wakulla counties who meet low income guidelines (200% of the federal poverty level based on the number of household members); ALICE (Asset-Limited (no savings), Income-Constrained (no career ladder), Employed)
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
Call or fill out application on website
Languages
English
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
Franklin, Gadsden, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Jefferson, Taylor, Wakulla Counties
Geography Served
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Description
*Program consists of two components including a 15-week class called Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettinâ-by World; then upon completion, participants shift to the Staying Ahead Program where they are paired with 2 mentors who meet regularly for about 6 months to advise, counsel and encourage *Program assists with GED, trade/vocational education, higher education to improve opportunities for jobs with a livable wage; employability skills, and opportunity to participate in the Agencyâs On-The-Job Training (OJT) Program; job placement, coaching, and counseling; ongoing counseling, monitoring, and support from a case manager/social worker to ensure continued progress toward family self-sufficiency goals; multiple opportunities for crisis/emergency assistance during the first year based on the availability of resources *Participants meet once a week in a relaxed discussion type atmosphere and class members work closely with Career Source, TCC and Lively Vocational School; funding may be available to pay for tuition, books, job training, childcare on a case by case basis *Call for more information about class dates and times *Persons interested in becoming a mentor may fill out an application on website or call to volunteer
Hours
8AM-Noon and 2PM-5PM, M-F; Office hours; Meeting times vary
Required Documents
Call
Eligibility
Adult residents of resident of Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty and Wakulla counties who meet low income guidelines (200% of the federal poverty level based on the number of household members); ALICE (Asset-Limited (no savings), Income-Constrained (no career ladder), Employed)
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
Call or fill out application on website
Languages
English
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
Franklin, Gadsden, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Jefferson, Taylor, Wakulla Counties
Geography Served
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.