Nick Jones has studied the art and science of teaching, understanding best practices and how they can be applied to different audiences. He has designed and led trainings, both in-person and online, across North America. In his newest role, he is re-designing and leading the Cincinnati Works JumpStart job-readiness workshop, adapting it to be delivered […]
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Cincinnati Works was one of five programs across Ohio to be recognized by the state treasurer’s office as “appropriate and ready” to launch a pay-for-success program. If the state legislature agrees, it will allow us to significantly expand our reach throughout Greater Cincinnati, helping more of our neighbors find and keep stable jobs, grow their
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Annalese Seabrook has studied kinesiology and sociology at Miami University, and she will graduate this spring to pursue a career in social work. Laken George has studied law, political science and philosophy, and she is considering adding journalism. The common thread through all of those pursuits has been a passion for social justice, and it
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Cincinnati Works is excited to announce the hiring of Rayshun Holt as Program Director of Beacon of Hope, a unique initiative that encourages and assists local employers in hiring job-seekers who have criminal records. Holt is a Cincinnati Works Member whose professional experience includes street outreach with our Phoenix Program and supervisory and management experience
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Since the pandemic forced us to close our doors in mid-March, we have witnessed a painful truth: The “digital divide” is real, and many of our Members are on the wrong side of it. Job seekers who do not have easy access to computers and reliable internet service are at a significant disadvantage when so
Using Partnerships to Narrow ‘Digital Divide’ Read More »
A message from Peggy Zink, President & CEO; Dave Herche, Board Chairman; Tom Gilman, Lead Director; and the entire Cincinnati Works Board of Trustees: Racial inequality has existed in America for as long as racial diversity has existed. Our black neighbors, in particular, have faced systemic prejudice for more than 400 years. The United States
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By Darlene Gray, Professional Development Coach As many parents prepare to return to work in the coming weeks, childcare will be a major barrier, since schools are closed for the remainder of the year and many childcare centers are also closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Your Cincinnati Works coach can help you consider your
Consider These Issues Before Leaving a Child Home Alone Read More »
Whether you donated to Cincinnati Works last month, last year or last decade, your contribution allowed us to connect with a Member and connect that Member to a stable, fulfilling job. Many of those jobs are on the frontlines of the current economy. They are on assembly lines and in warehouses. In grocery stores, hospitals
Essential Support for Essential Workers Read More »
The Federal Government recently passed the CARES Act, a $2 trillion stimulus package that includes multiple benefits for individuals, including a check sent directly to you and expanded unemployment benefits. Stimulus check: a one-time check for up to $1,200 per adult and $500 for dependent child. Click here for more information on who qualifies and
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Based on the latest health recommendations, we have temporarily closed our downtown office and shifted our resources to remote coaching and assistance. We are not able to accept new Members at this time. Current Members are encouraged to contact their coach or staffing specialist by phone, text or email. As always, we are coordinating with our
Resources to Help During COVID-19 Emergency Read More »