Job Training

America Works of Maryland Inc.

Job readiness, help getting interviews, support after you get the job.

Job readiness, case management and placement for the Latino population. Must have documentation to work in the US. Call for more information. Free.

Druid Heights Development Corporation

Provides housing and wrap around services

Our mission is to cause, encourage and promote community self-empowerment through the development of economic, educational, employment and affordable housing opportunities.

Goodwill

STEP Program

Supported employment program for individuals with psychiatric disabilities in partnership with the Community College of Baltimore County. Includes Human Services Training (14 weeks), counseling, advocacy, documentation, human relations, case management, supported employment and psychiatric rehabilitation. Call for registration and more information. Free.

H.O.P.E. in Baltimore

Weekly mentoring dinners-Tuesdays 6:30, housing referrals, bus passes

Mentoring, bus passes, referrals to housing, job training,

My Sister's Place Women's Center

Provides breakfast and many other resources

Culinary and clerical training

PastForward

PastForward is a coalition of organizations dedicated to helping people with criminal backgrounds find employment with thriving companies. We believe that individuals who are looking to make positive change or a difference in their own lives deserve the opportunity to do so. PastForward aids in providing the information and resources necessary for both ex-offenders and employers to develop and maintain healthy and successful workplace relationships.

Station North Tool Library

The Station North Tool Library offers affordable access to tools, skills training, and workspace.

The Station North Tool Library (SNTL) offers introductory home repair and maintenance classes, as well as woodworking, metalworking, craft, and other repair classes. Scholarships are available to anyone facing a financial barrier. Members can also use the shop spaces on their own projects during open hours; membership is sliding scale based on income. Come learn a new skill, brush up on old ones, or just unwind and get creative. SNTL is a welcoming and inclusive space for everyone regardless of age, identity, or past experience.

STEP UP

Available to those on pre-trial release, probation to the District Court, and voluntary participants. Referrals to community partners who specialize in training for employment in varying fields. General job training; resume building, interviewing, and communication skills. Specialized training in construction, food, solar panel training and plumbing. Programs are offered by the courts relative to the needs and experience of the individual. Graduation ceremonies are held quarterly for those working at least 30 days.

The Cavanagh House

Learn a trade: sewing, upholstery, fashion apparel

The Cavanagh House is a 501c3 free trade and paid apprenticeship program for women and men, 17 and older, in need of financial stability and independence. We train individuals in the trades of upholstery, sewing and product manufacturing. No skill set is required. We have two locations: 1100 Wicomico St in Baltimore City and 350 Main Street in Reisterstown.

The Lazarus Rite Inc.

Earn money and benefits while obtaining skills training. Apprenticeships include Automotive Mechanic, Electrical Mechanic, Housing Inspector, Instrumentation Technician, Maintenance Technician, Operations Technician, Tree Trimmer and Utilities Installer and Repairer. Must have a GED or High School Diploma.

Turnaround Tuesday

Southwest

Turnaround Tuesday trains its participants to act on issues as leaders in their communities and in their workplaces. Through strategic partnerships with employers throughout the Baltimore region, Turnaround Tuesday has put over 600 (and counting!) Baltimore citizens to work in living wage jobs. Every Tuesday, participants, guests, and leaders gather at two training sites. We share our stories, listen to each other, and become leaders as we take part in this second chance jobs movement.

Volunteers Of America Paca House

Expungement services, returning citizen advocate and training services. Call for more information.