Jobs + Job Training
Begin Anew
Services: Serves the Middle TN area through six programs at 5 locations: 3 in Davidson County (Nashville, Madison, and Woodbine), one in Williamson County (Franklin) TN. and one Online Campus. Three education programs to men and women: High school Equivalency, English Language Learners, Computer and Job Skills Training (Excel, Outlook, Word, building resume, Internet)
Requirements: Ages 18+ with exception of minors with parental consent. Commit 4-5 hrs weekly
Other: Also offer small classes, one-on-one support and free children’s programming (infants-5th grade) while parents are attending class. The children’s programming will include homework help, craft/playtime and Bible stories.
Hours: Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The Contributor
Services: Become a vendor of The Contributor where you will learn how to sell a street newspaper and create your own microbusiness. Vendors can also access help obtaining documents and housing support.
Application: Must attend training. Trainings take place every Wednesday at noon at the Vendor Office. After completing training you will be an official Vendor for The Contributor with a badge and ready to work!
Hours: Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. – Noon
Daybreak Arts
Services Provided: Equips people impacted by homelessness with the creative resources, training, and marketplace to overcome barriers to employment and income by selling their art, participating in developmental workshops, and establishing vital social networks and relationships.
Application: Interested artists are encouraged to contact us at creative@daybreakarts.org about the application process.
Hours: Monday – Thursday 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee, Inc.
Services: In person or virtual classes to help obtain employment, skills training and certifications that may be needed for employment, and one-on-one coaching, job placement assistance and referrals.
Application: Look online or call to find location, set up an assessment, based on the assessment you will be enrolled into the correct skill development or training needed for the job of interest.
Other: Virtual and in person classes. Classes offered: digital literacy, employability skills, financial literacy, google it, linked in training, office productivity. Training Programs: Construction, view training, solar installer training.
Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Nashville Public Library Jobs Lab
Services: Jobs Lab offers one-on-one computer help, extended computer time, and other resources to help you find a career. Jobs Lab resources are free and most do not require a library card. Jobs and resume help is offered at several library locations. You can schedule an appointment with a librarian online.
Application: Book an appointment with a librarian online.
Hours:
https://library.nashville.org/events/jobs-lab
615-862-5800
Multiple locations. You can choose the one closest to you when you book an appointment.
Nashville Rescue Mission: Case Management & Employment Referrals
Services: Employment resources at Nashville Rescue Mission include case managers who will work with guests to find temporary jobs or help them access long-term employment referrals within our partnership network. Employment readiness preparation may consist of help with acquiring identification, birth certificate, transportation support, workforce preparation, financial management, HSE preparation and certification, basic arithmetic, and literacy classes.
Hours: Men’s: Case Management and Employment Referrals are available Monday
– Friday, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Women’s: Case Management and Employment Referrals
are available Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Men’s Mission:
www.nashvillerescuemission.org
Women’s Mission:
New Horizons
Services: Job readiness and vocational training for those with disabilities. Accepts Medicare waiver or private pay
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tennessee Career Center
Services: Job search engine online. Job seekers can access career information and services at the TN Career Center. Metro Center offers computerized labor market information, internet access, job search workshops, an online talent bank, job placement, recruitment, and training. Servicio en Espanol.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Services: Provides a variety of individualized services to people with disabilities in preparation for their employment in the competitive labor market.
Requirements: Must have a physical or mental impairment that presents a substantial barrier to employment that our services would benefit achieving employment. If services are needed to prepare for a job or to get, keep or regain a job.
Application: Walk-ins are welcomed. Complete application over the phone or onsite for appointment with counselor to determine eligibility.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Walk-in 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Multiple locations. See website to find yours.
UpRise Nashville
Services: Free career training program including initial assessment to establish barriers and create a plan, career coaching, a 5 week training camp focusing on time management, communication, teamwork, conflict resolution, professionalism and digital literacy. After completing training camp certifications can be obtained in correlation to desired employment., a monthly family dinner is offered to build community and continue training, career coaches will work alongside and help with job placement.
Hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.