* Offers a work preparation program for individuals who have struggled to find work due to previous or current incarceration, substance use disorders or chronic unemployment. * Provides a 90 day training. Trainees learn and practice basic work expectations, woodworking, welding in a live production environment. * Conducts a job search with a Placement Advisor. * Offers stabilization services to individuals who are currently incarcerated to begin work training upon release.

Location Phone Fax Hours ONEONTA 607-432-4800 607-432-4171 Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm 12 Dietz St. Oneonta, NY 13820 NORWICH 607-334-2201 607-334-6540 Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm 1 O'Hara Drive Norwich, NY 13815 DELHI 607-832-5777 607-832-6078 Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm 1 Courthouse Square, Ste. 3 Delhi, NY 13753 SIDNEY 607-832-5776 607-832-6075 Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm 21 Liberty St. Sidney, NY 13838

Green retail clothing boutique, open to the public, selling new and second-hand women's clothes at affordable prices.Facility for low-income women who are displaced homemakers or food stamp recipients enrolled in the retail training program to practice customer service skills and gain hands-on experience in retailing. Program teaches customer service, inventory management, Point of Sale software, marketing and small business operations.Clothing and monetary donations and volunteers welcome.

Program includes short- and long-term volunteer/service projects; credit courses with community components; community-based research under faculty supervision; fundraising to benefit community organizations; internships; and more.

Offers a wide variety of programs for high school and adult students.

College Student Programs and Services include: College Kickoff for Incoming Freshmen - event to introduce students to what to expect when they get to college, and give them the tools to be successful once they begin. Paid Internships: Say Yes Buffalo Scholars who have completed their first year of college are able to apply for paid internships at companies and organizations throughout Western New York. Scholars are supported with workshops and training on topics such as resumes and preparing cover letters, interviewing skills and networking. Scholar Mentoring Program - students entering their freshman year at a Western New York college or university can apply to be matched with a mentor. The pair meets consistently for 18 months, and the mentor guides the student through the transition to college. Summer Success Academies - students who attend Buffalo State, Erie Community or Medaille Colleges have the opportunity to enroll in free summer programs prior to the start of their freshman college year to help put them on track to be successful once they officially start classes. Students are eligible to be paid for participating through the City of Buffalo's Mayor Summer Youth program.

Provides the services of a Certified Low Vision Optometrist for individuals with decreasing vision. A low vision evaluation differs from the routine eye exam provided by an ophthalmologist in that it works with patients to maximize their remaining functional vision through the use of optical devices. This may include special lenses, magnifiers, telescopes, lighting, and/or glare reduction. When an individual is experiencing difficulty with tasks or things they enjoy doing due to vision loss, a low vision evaluation may be beneficial.

Currently, 300 adult volunteers help the 400 youth enrolled in one or more of the 95 projects designed for 'hands on' learning. Open to young people ages 5-19, types of enrollments range from the traditional 4-H Club to school programs to individual memberships. Clover Buds is a club for children ages 5-7. County-wide programs for youth aged 8-19 include: Leaders of Tomorrow, Workforce Preparation, and Legislative Interns. The Clover Scene is a monthly publication that contains ideas and information important to 4-H/Youth Development members and volunteer leaders.

Offers a wide variety of services/programming for individuals of all ages who are visually impaired and/or legally blind. Provides tools, education, and support to empower people who are blind and visually impaired to overcome their challenges, achieve their highest degree of independence, and live more fulfilling lives, professionally and personally. Most services are offered in the home, school, work site, and/or are center-based. Services include: - Low vision evaluation and recommendation for assistive optical devices - Orientation and mobility training for independent travel within one's environment - Rehabilitation teaching, including instruction and adaptive techniques to increase/maintain independence - Individual and group counseling - Vocational training and work readiness programs for preparation to enter or re-enter the work place - Summer recreational and vocational programs for young adults - Work experiences in competitive employment situations - Permanent Placement Services

Assists youth and adults to succeed in the workforce by encouraging self-sufficiency, familiarizing them with the world of work, facilitating the creation of job opportunities, and providing services related to these activities. Vocational rehabilitation provides HSED (formerly GED), career readiness workshops, vocational and classroom training, construction technology program, and work experience services for members of the Seneca Nation of Indians and other federally recognized Nations residing 20 miles of all Seneca Nation territories who have a documented disability. Tribal 477 provides HSED (formerly GED), training, career readiness workshops, vocational and classroom training, construction technology program, and work experience services for members of the Seneca Nation of Indians and other federally recognized Nations (and children of an enrolled Seneca father) residing 25 miles of the Cattaraugus, Allegany and Oil Springs territories.

Offers a basic course in CPT/ICD-9 coding and insurance processing utilizing industry standard billing software.

Assists youth and adults to succeed in the workforce by encouraging self-sufficiency, familiarizing them with the world of work, facilitating the creation of job opportunities, and providing services related to these activities. Vocational rehabilitation provides HSED (formerly GED), career readiness workshops, vocational and classroom training, construction technology program, and work experience services for members of the Seneca Nation of Indians and other federally recognized Nations residing 20 miles of all Seneca Nation territories who have a documented disability. Tribal 477 provides HSED (formerly GED), training, career readiness workshops, vocational and classroom training, construction technology program, and work experience services for members of the Seneca Nation of Indians and other federally recognized Nations (and children of an enrolled Seneca father) residing 25 miles of the Cattaraugus, Allegany and Oil Springs territories.

A thrift store which also provides comprehensive job skills training opportunities, employment support services, and educational opportunities for residents for Orleans and Genesee Counties. Thrift store accepts donations of good condition household items, furniture, books, DVDs, CDs, collectibles, current educational materials, craft and hobby items, musical instruments, antiques, small and large appliances, and workplace apparel. Pick up available for donations of large household items and furniture. Employment services include resume and job search assistance, job skills training, and on-the-job work experience. Also offers free access to computers and internet for job searching activities. Educational services include high school equivalency preparation credit recovery. Also provides budgeting assistance, income/expense scheduling, and fax and copy services.

Provides on-the-job training. Operates on the premise that private sector businesses provide the best training opportunities. Can offset 50-75% of the cost involved in training new employees, and the business can be assured that the employee is trained on company equipment and to company standards. Once a business decides to hire a job seeker who is eligible for OJT, a Business Services team member will schedule a brief meeting with the company representative to review the extent of training required, current funding levels, and the steps required to implement the funding. The business retains control over which trainee will be selected, the qualifications, wage rate, and job parameters, as well as what the trainee will learn.

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

Provides a wide range of employment and training services for individuals, including computer lab access, resume and cover letter preparation, job referrals, paid work experience, tuition assistance, and GED classes.

Positions that focus on Public Health in Upstate New York, serving in areas such as health access, education, outreach, nutrition, transportation, and more.