New Directions Career Center

“Form 990 is completed by the agency's contract cpa and is reviewed and approved by executive director, operation manager and board of trustees prior to filing.”

“All board members and agency staff are required to reveiw the organzation's conflict of interest policy and to sign an annual disclosure statement. All conflicts are required to be disclosed to the agency's management team and to other board members.”

“Form 990 is completed by the agency's contract cpa and is reviewed and approved by executive director, operation manager and board of trustees prior to filing.”

“New directions career center's mission is to uplift and empower women to achieve and maintain self-sufficiency by providing career counseling, employment-related education and information services. The center accomplishes its mission by providing a suite of holistic resources. 2024 program results include: - 653 individuals served - 95% program completion success rate - 4.91/5.0 average client rating on program experience surveys - 79% of those unemployed at program entry obtained a job with a median starting wage of 21.18 per hour. - 90% who were employed at program entry retained or advanced in employment with an average wage increase of 7.13 per hour or 15,000+ - 80% reported increased financial stability 6-12 months after program graduation.”

“Other programs: amplifying unique voices in leadership become a community advocate through l.e.a.d. (leadership, education, advocacy and development) board and leadership training for individuals who have navigated the social service system. This 10-week program teaches participants to cultivate their leadership potential and pursue a life of passion and purpose. In this program, discover how to: -identify and define your leadership style. -develop your strategic planning and effective communication skills. -understand protocol integral to serving on nonprofit boards. -build cultural competencies that support advocacy and service. Get ready to lend your voice to growing the quality and capacities of nonprofit organizations in central ohio thrive in your next chapter: matureworks world of work week is an in-person career development program for jobseekers 55 and older who want to personally and professionally thrive in the next chapter of their lives and are empowered to upskill and reskill to find and sustain meaningful employment. World of work week highlights: -redefine your core work values. -create and update your online presence. -identify your unique transferable skills. -refine your resume & interview techniques. -research new resources and job opportunities. -network with central ohio employers and industry leaders in varying fields. Workshop wednesdays these one-hour virtual seminars cover a diverse range of personal and professional development topics aimed at helping people create a new path to self-sufficiency and a successful career, while gaining a network of resources. All clients receive access to: individual career counseling new directions career center clients can work with our licensed professionals to identify careers that match their work skills, interests and preferences and develop an action plan that empowers them to reach their goals. Employment services clients can work with our employment specialist to receive one on one support in personal branding material development and reviews (e.g. Resumes, socials), interview preparation, job search, and priority linkages to job opportunities. Individual assistance program clients can work with licensed social workers to receive support in navigating barriers and challenges that could derail them from their career plan. Supports include priority referrals and linkages to community resources for basic and essential needs as well as access to direct and emergency financial assistance paired with financial coaching. Gather to grow these 90-minute workshops allow our graduates to continue their personal and professional growth in a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment where they share resources and strengthen the bonds of sisterhood. Financial wellness we provide our clients with services that promote financial wellness and enhance skills such as budgeting, saving, managing debt and developing financial literacy. Digital skills digital skills program teaches individuals the skills to navigate device hardware, cloud applications, and workplace digital skills such as email communications, calendars, and workspace features. Income qualified households receive an acer chromebook.”

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