Job Skills Training Program for Women Starts in July

 

Project Self-Sufficiency will offer a free, 8-week training program for women, including lessons in computer skills, job search methods, and interview techniques, along with on-the-job training at community work sites on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., from July 7^th – August 27^th.  All classes will take place at the agency’s campus which is located at 127 Mill Street in Newton.  Worksites will be located throughout the county and hours will be dependent upon the employer’s needs. Interested participants are encouraged to attend an Open House to learn more about the program and complete an application.  Open Houses will be held at Project Self-Sufficiency Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m., May 27^th, June 10^th, 17^th and 24^th, and Fridays at 10:00 a.m., May 29^th, June 5^th and 12^th.

 

The comprehensive Summer Office Skills program prepares participants to seek entry-level office administrative positions.  In addition to computer skills training, participants will receive classroom instruction and obtain work experience at a community employment site, which will further prepare participants for success in the job market.  The time in the classroom is devoted to career instruction, life skills training, and interviewing strategies.  Over the years, Project Self Sufficiency has partnered with a variety of local businesses, non-profit organizations, and government entities to provide participants with externship opportunities.  Participants gain real-life work experience while honing the computer skills they have received as part of the agency’s training programs. 

 

The Summer Office Skills program is free and open to Project Self-Sufficiency participants.  Interested women must apply and be accepted into the program.  To become a participant, or to apply for the free Summer Office Skills program, visit www.projectselfsufficiency.org or call Project Self-Sufficiency at 973-940-3500.

High School Diploma Program Enrollment Open Now

 

Enrollment for the next session of the New Jersey Youth Corps program at Project Self-Sufficiency is underway.  The sixteen-week program launches in July and gives those who have not completed high school the opportunity to boost their literacy skills, prepare for the high school equivalency exam, obtain on-the-job work experience, and transition into a career, college, or the military.  As part of the course, three college credits can be obtained in the Optics Technology and/or Automotive Technology program at Sussex County Community College.  Graduates are eligible to receive up to $5,000 towards tuition or equipment expenses for future education and training.

 

Interested participants are invited to attend an Open House hosted by Project Self-Sufficiency to learn more about the New Jersey Youth Corps and to complete an application.  Open Houses will be held on Thursdays at 4:30 p.m., May 28^th, June 4^th, 11^th and 18th, and on Fridays at 12:30 p.m., May 29^th, June 5^th and 12^th.

 

Project Self-Sufficiency is offering a $100 gift card to those who refer a young adult, ages 16 – 25, to the New Jersey Youth Corps training and education program.  To receive the gift card, referred individuals must enroll in the program, complete the two-week orientation, and be inducted into the program.

 

Participants in the New Jersey Youth Corps must be Sussex, Western Morris, or Northern Warren County residents, aged 16 – 25, who have not completed high school.  The program includes assessments, testing, employability skills training, life skills workshops, academic instruction, community service projects, field trips, and counseling services.  Program participants will prepare for the high school equivalency examination and have the opportunity to receive a weekly stipend based on attendance for the full week.  Free transportation is provided. 

 

The New Jersey Youth Corps, which is funded by the New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development, is also in operation at sites around the state, including Camden, Elizabeth, Jersey City, New Brunswick, Newark, Paterson, Phillipsburg, Pleasantville, Trenton, and Vineland.  Those who are interested in learning more about the New Jersey Youth Corps at Project Self-Sufficiency are encouraged to enroll online or by calling 973-940-3500. 

Breast Cancer Survivors Invited to Unique Celebration

 

Breast cancer survivors are invited to a unique celebration of life at Project Self-Sufficiency on Saturday, June 6th, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  The Survivor Celebration will feature a keynote presentation by author, life strategist, and motivational speaker Diana Perez, along with breakout sessions, lunch, music by pianist Anita Raisch, and interactive exhibits.  A Question-and-Answer session will be facilitated by medical oncologist Dr. May Abdo-Matkiwsky and breast surgeon Dr. Priya Jadeja, along with a panel of medical experts.  A presentation on movement will be offered by Peggy Pak of the Sussex County YMCA Live Strong program. Breakout sessions will highlight yoga, healthy eating, and regaining strength following a breast cancer diagnosis. Raffles and other prizes will be awarded throughout the event.  The free celebration is open to breast cancer survivors.  Interested participants must call Project Self-Sufficiency at 973-940-3500 to register.

 

“We are delighted to gather to applaud the lives of these remarkable breast cancer survivors,” noted Project Self-Sufficiency Executive Director Deborah Berry-Toon.  “This celebration teaches women how to maintain their well-being, gives them the opportunity to get the latest facts about breast cancer, and most importantly, invites them to relax and have some fun.  We are grateful to all the individuals and organizations who have agreed to join in this special celebration of life.”

 

Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the upcoming walkathon Miles for Mel, held in remembrance of former Project Self-Sufficiency Leadership Council member Melissa Saccerro. In addition, numerous vendors will be available to offer tips on nutrition, health, wellness, fashion, and exercise. In addition to Project Self-Sufficiency, attendees will be invited to peruse exhibits from Atlantic Health, Kessler Rehabilitation/ReVital Cancer Rehab, La Roche-Posay Dermatological Skincare, Mary Kay Cosmetics, NJ Cancer Education and Early Detection, Regional Cancer Care Associates, Sparta Cancer Center, Sussex County Arts and Heritage Council, and the Sussex County YMCA/Live Strong Program.