Job Readiness
Training Program

What is Job Readiness Training (JRT)?
JRT is a skill development program designed to help participants prepare to enter the workforce. By focusing on skill building, participants learn about themselves and the strengths they can bring to the workforce. JRT is designed to be adaptable to each participants unique interest and experience. Making it a tool each participant can use to help them on their career path.

Manny P.
2019 JRT Grad

After going through JRT, Manny was able to get a job as a barista and now volunteers at NAFY on weekends.

Jim H.
2020 JRT Grad

In JRT, Jim gained the skills necessary for a stable job and got practice interviewing. He now works at Amazon!

June F.
2016 JRT Grad

Through JRT, June was able to get a job as a receptionist at a salon. She’s now in beauty school to become a hair dresser!

How Long is it?
JRT is structured so participants can work at their own pace. By accessing JRT’s online platform students are empowered to work as much and as quickly as they like.
Where is it?
JRT is offered online through Google Classroom, or in person in the PAVE Career Lab.
What Happens When I Graduate JRT?
JRT grads can be connected to a PAVE Career Coach or PAVE's Employment Navigator, who can help:
• Develop an Individualized Career Plan With one-on-one job search assistance
• Access resources needed to be successful in a job (transportation, clothing, technology, etc.)
• Get connected to paid internship opportunities with New Avenues’ social enterprise programs.
And more!
Where do I Sign up?
To enroll in JRT, schedule a PAVE info session. You can do so using the link below or by contacting the PAVE hotline: 503-267-4382

314 SW 9th Ave. Portland, OR 97205 / (503) 224-4339
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