At Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph, we can help you prepare for your job search, find employment and progress in your career.
A decent job is vital to maintaining a healthy, stable life. Part of our mission is to extend the tools and resources necessary to helping vulnerable populations (ex-offenders, those struggling with poverty, seniors, discouraged workers, etc.) find and keep work.
In our Job Skills classes, we provide:
- Employment preparation
- Resume development
- Job search strategies
- Interview coaching
- Networking opportunities/job leads
- Bus passes (as needed)
In today’s job market, “soft skills” are as frequently requested from prospective employers as hard skills, therefore we also provide training in:
- Self-esteem
- Self-advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Job retention strategies
Class locations:
Having a job can be the launch pad to the life you’ve always dreamed of.
For more information, contact us at jobassistance@ccharities.com or (816) 398-6894
Due to COVID-19 restrictions all employment services are offered virtually. Please contact the Kansas City office at 816.221.4377 or the St. Joseph office at 816.232.2885 for assistance.
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