KRA’s American Job Center (AJC) in East Garfield Park closed on June 28, 2024, reopening on July 1st in the Austin community as the American Job Center @ Malcolm X College’s West Side Learning Center, an integral component of the City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) network. KRA’s Chatham Education Workforce Center program will continue to operate in that community on the South Side.
Recently, Juan Salgado, CCC Chancellor, joined George Wright, CEO, Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership, for a Hire Frequency podcast, discussing “the importance of…intentional partnership to connect the 60,000+ City Colleges students with career opportunities.”
Under the continuing auspices of the Partnership, the MXC/AJC—which hosted a Kick-off Orientation on Monday July 15, 2024—will provide free Career Services for jobseekers and Business Services for employers, including:
- Program Orientation: Beginning July 29, every other Monday, except holidays, at 10:00am at 4624 West Madison Street.
- Career Coaching: Individualized short- and long-term guidance and planning to determine potential education, training, and employment options that lead to career success.
- Workforce Readiness Training: Comprehensive preparation that equips participants with the skills necessary for successful employment, covering resume building, interview techniques, workplace etiquette, financial literacy, and more!
- Education & Training Services: Through DOL/WIOA funding, assistance paying for tuition, books, and other educational expenses, and wrap-around supportive services, e.g. transportation, tools, uniforms, as well as OJT opportunities with local employers.
- Job Placement Services: Connection to job opportunities with local employers, helping participants secure employment that aligns with their skills and career goals.
For more information, e-mail Westside-Workforce@Kra.Com or call (773) 722-3885.