Provides the following services. Employment Readiness: Career counseling, career exploration, career advisement, resume preparation, interviewing assistance, online video interview assistance, and custom made workshops. Job Search Assistance: Access to computer labs, copy service, free mailing, current job listings, labor market information, job fairs, job clubs, and "Meet the Employers" on-site career fairs, where employers are on-site to recruit and interview job seekers. Career Advancement and Training Grants: Connected education, training programs, and support services that enable individuals to secure a job or advance in an in-demand industry or occupation. Training grants available for in-demand occupations such as Nursing, HVAC, Machining, CDL, Mechanics, Accounting, and over 50 additional occupations. Job Training: High school equivalency diploma classes, soft skills classes, and training on computer and internet use, keyboarding, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, and Intermediate/Advanced Excel and Word. Targeted programming and additional assistance: - Reentry / Justice Impacted Employment Services - Young Adult 18-30 Employment Services - Individuals with Disabilities Employment Services - On-the-Job Training Program - Clothes Closet ##Veteran## ##REENTRY##

Provides assistance to people interested in obtaining and maintaining employment in the community. Services include career counseling and guidance, job placement, job coaching, and supported employment.

A non-profit agency providing free adult education and community resources in basic reading, writing, math, digital literacy/computer skills, English instruction, GED prep, ESOL and civics, workforce readiness, vocational training with certifications, and more. Classes and tutoring services are provided by trained volunteers and agency staff. Also provides jail transition services to assist with housing, public assistance, mental health and substance abuse, and other pertinent issues. ##REENTRY##

Advocate for an enhanced quality of life and independence of persons with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities.

Offers help in emergencies with such basic needs as food, prescriptions, housing, and heat. Offers a parenting program for divorced or separated parents. When funding is available, provides FEMA assistance for one month of rent or mortgage payments as long as the tenant or owner can demonstrate the ability to make future payments on their own; funding currently unavailable. Utility assistance is not available through these funds.

Works to enhance quality of life, financial stability, and economic independence for individuals and families. Offers one-stop assistance in a confidential environment to community members. Assistance available year round to help families improve financial management skills and succeed in the workforce. Services include: - Benefits Eligibility and Assistance - Financial Education Workshops - One-on-One Financial Mentoring - Banking Assistance - Education and Career Counseling - Resume and Job Development - Homeownership Assistance - College Entrance Assistance - Assistance completing the Federal Application For Student Aid (FAFSA) - Free Community Events - Free Tax Preparation Assistance for income eligible taxpayers (see separate listing for VITA at Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers)

* Due to COVID-19, services are currently available by appointment only, with social distancing guidelines in place; call 716-270-4444 or email [email protected] to schedule appointment. All workshops and group events are offered virtually through WebEx; register at https://elinks.ecc.edu/onestop/. No downloading of software or apps is required for virtual participation with WebEx; call for information. * Career Coaches work with customers to create a pathway to success. Provides cost-free services to customers and businesses, including career coaching, linkages and job referrals to hiring employers, a well-equipped Resource Room and computer lab with high speed Internet access, individual and comprehensive assessments, career exploration, employment and job readiness workshops, resume preparation, job search planning, job interview preparation, Thursday networking job clubs, Individual Training Account (ITA) tuition grants for eligible customers, referrals to partner agencies, Adult Training Programs, Dislocated Worker Programs, and Trade Act Programs. Daycare and other support services may be available for qualifying individuals while they are in WIOA approved training.

Services include enrichment courses in math, science, engineering, technology, and computing; tutoring; academic advisement; internships; counseling; SAT preparation workshops; college admissions and financial aid seminars; and career planning activities. Program staff provide services during the summer as well as throughout the academic year. Offers tutoring positions to undergraduate students in their sophomore through senior years as well as to graduate students at Buffalo State College.

Provides educational, recreational, and self-sufficiency programming for residents and the nearby community. Facility has a 226-seat theater, banquet hall, gymnasium, locker room, multi-purpose rooms, commercial kitchen, library, and computer training lab. Programs include: ATTAIN Lab computer classes including Microsoft Office, fundamentals of email and the internet, interview skills, resume building, employment counseling, Healthy Cooking Classes, After School Program, Kids Cafe provides after school meals for children and youth in grades K-12 which runs from September - June, "Livin' Large" tutorial program, mentoring program, youth leadership program, "Let's Talk" Teen Girls Program, and many other social, educational, and recreational activities. Offers a Thanksgiving dinner, take-out only. #afterschool

Offers convenient job search services to all job seekers. Current Job leads available daily. Interviewing for jobs, job referral, employment counseling, employment workshops, referral to training including TAA (Trade Adjustment Act). Every Career Center has dedicated staff to help assess the needs, skills, and interests of job seekers. Job seekers are guided through a step-by-step approach to the job search. Veterans Services: Offers Priority of Service to veterans and their eligible spouses. This means that persons who served on Active Duty in the United States Armed Forces will: - Be served first by the next available staff member - Get first priority for jobs and training for which they are eligible and qualified ##Veteran##

Peer-run service where people can participate and obtain information, support, and skills for their individual recovery journey. Ongoing services include: - Basic computer skills - Double Trouble and AA Groups - Self-help and Support Groups - Holistic health information - Career and education exploration - Social and Recreational opportunities - WRAP - Access to community resources - Individualized services offered as needed - Benefits counseling - Community guest speakers - Educational trainings - Scheduled community activities

Provides comprehensive outpatient mental health services which include psychiatric treatment, medication management, psychiatric evaluation, rehabilitation, support, self-help, crisis intervention, health education, and vocational counseling.

Provides two year college degree program, non-credit continuing education, telecourses and on-line courses, career advancement and personal enrichment courses, pre-employment training and displaced homemaker development, workforce development, career planning and counseling, community services and adult basic skills, high school equivalency instruction, and satellite courses. Financial aid available.

Offers convenient job search services to all job seekers. Current job leads available daily. Services include interviewing for jobs, job referral, employment counseling, employment workshops, and referral to training including TRA (Trade Readjustment Act). Veterans Services: Every Career Center has dedicated staff to help veterans assess their needs, skills, and interests. Veterans will be guided through a step-by-step approach to their job search. Priority of service is offered to veterans and their eligible spouses, meaning that persons who served on Active Duty in the United States Armed Forces will: - Be served first by the next available staff member - Get first priority for jobs and training for which they are eligible and qualified ##Veteran##

A free TRIO EOC program sponsored by SUNY Genesee Community College (GCC) that provides free support to aid community members in applying to, funding, and enrolling in further education. The purpose of the program is to help participants achieve their educational and career goals. Staff are knowledgeable and skilled in the fields of high school equivalencies, higher education applications and processes, state and federal financial aid, veteran and family-of-veteran education benefits, and scholarship opportunities available at the local, state, and national levels. Program offers individualized one-on-one appointments with highly trained Outreach Specialists who can assist with: - College and trade school applications - Financial aid applications and scholarship searches - High school equivalency options - Career counseling and vocational training options - Educational opportunities for veterans - Financial literacy and planning Although sponsored by SUNY GCC, the program is separate from SUNY GCC Admissions and does not recruit on behalf of the college. Participants can and are encouraged to apply to and attend any college or school they wish. ##Veteran##

Provides two year college degree program, non-credit continuing education, telecourses and online courses, career advancement and personal enrichment courses, pre-employment training and displaced homemaker development, workforce development, career planning and counseling, community services and adult basic skills, high school equivalency instruction, and satellite courses. Financial Aid available.

Provides comprehensive case coordination and connection to career preparation and training supports including mentors, peer supports, benefits assistance, high school equivalency, financial literacy training, job placement and support after hiring.

Provides skills assessment, employment counseling, case management, job readiness preparation, occupational skills training, life skills training, career development services, referrals to job opportunities and training programs, and support services.

Provides High School Equivalency instruction, skill trades and apprenticeship training, career counseling, job training and placement, and daytime adult job training.

* Due to COVID-19, services are currently 100% virtual. * SUNY Erie Career Coaches work with registered constituents to create a pathway to success. Services are cost-free; however, individuals must be registered with the Career Center to access individualized assistance. Services include career coaching, linkages and job referrals to hiring employers, individual and comprehensive assessments, career coaching, resume preparation, job search planning, job interview preparation, networking job clubs, Individual Training Account (ITA) tuition grants for eligible customers, referrals to partner agencies, and Adult, Dislocated Worker and Trade Act programs. Daycare and other support services may be available for qualifying individuals while they are in WIOA-approved training.

Provides quality job training and employment services leading to gainful employment and livable wages for unemployed or underemployed farmworkers. Farmworkers enrolled in the program also benefit from the following services: - Emergency Assistance and Funds - Referral Assistance - Food Pantry and Nutrition Services - Emergency Housing and Utility Assistance - Emergency Transportation - English as a Second Language - Books and Supplies for Education - Clothing and Tools for Employment