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North Lawndale Employment Network Brochure

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SWEET BEGINNINGS DIGITAL EDUCATION INCLUSION In 2004 we established Sweet Beginnings LLC a social enterprise designed to provide transitional job opportunities to our program graduates We hire individuals with significant barriers to employment including those who have been justice involved and provide them with a pathway to success Sweet Beginnings LLC produces beelove a Certified Naturally Grown and all natural line of raw urban honey and honey infused skincare products To listen to our Sweet Beginnings podcast or purchase beelove products please visit our website at beelovebuzz com We provide individual and group training courses that will help you develop the computer skills needed to succeed in today s workforce Here are just a few examples of what we can help you do Beginner Computer Skills Navigate the internet Create documents using Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint Create an email account Create a professional LinkedIn profile Search for jobs online Intermediate and Advanced Computer Skills Gain credentials in Microsoft Office Perform data visualization using spreadsheets Understand and utilize operating systems like Windows 10 Explore the ins and outs of the Google Suite Use of virtual platforms such as MS Teams Zoom and Google Hangout Understand file management and conventions Explore careers in IT Healthcare Hospitality Retail Banking NLEN s Resource Center As part of our campus we offer a state of the art resource center where you can access a computer fax machine copier or telephone as part of your job search For more information visit www nlen org NLEN_jobs facebook com nlen org NLEN_jobs North Lawndale Employment Network 1111 S Homan Ave Chicago IL 60624 Phone 773 638 1825 Email info nlen org Websites nlen org beelovebuzz org NORTH LAWNDALE EMPLOYMENT NETWORK CREATING A COMMUNITY THAT WORKS EMPOWER MENT EQUITY INCLUSION EMPATHY

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BUSINESS SOLUTIONS WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT FINANCIAL OPPORTUNITY CENTER Our Business Solutions Team serves both employers and job seekers We provide job placement assistance to increase the earnings potential of our program graduates and alumni We understand human resource management and provide recruitment screening and job matching services to businesses that improve their bottom line retention services and reduce the cost of turnover NLEN defines a good job as A Job that offers opportunities for advancement benefits a safe work environment and employees are treated with respect The Financial Opportunity Center provides you with access to employment services financial coaching and income supports so that you can achieve your short and long term financial goals U Turn Permitted U Turn Permitted is NLEN s award winning job readiness training program for men and women who have a felony background offered online and inperson At the North Lawndale Employment Network we believe in second chances and third chances We are committed to partnering with you on this journey as you work to transition into the best version of yourself Financial Education and Coaching Budgeting Saving Credit building Access to fairly priced financial products and services For Businesses we are your one stop hiring partner We will Learn your company hiring priorities and company culture Screen and refer qualified candidates Supply information on services such as socialemotional intelligence skills through our job readiness training and government tax incentives Offer 90 day wage subsidies Partner to reduce your cost of turnover For Job Seekers we are here to help you find good work We will Assess your abilities and interest Develop career plans Refer you to quality hiring opportunities Help you create resumes and cover letters Prepare you for job interviews Help you develop your professional online presence Michael Scott Sr Community Event Center Host your event at our state of the art Michael Scott Sr Event Center Our convenient and easily accessible location with plenty of off street parking makes our facility the perfect and unique venue for your next event Contact our Facilities Manager at 773 638 7070 or at facilities nlen org for rates room capacities or to arrange a personal tour The beelove caf The beelove caf delivers an exquisite experience from the coffee bean to your cup With a range of coffee and specialty drinks featuring our beelove raw natural Chicagoland honey the beelove caf provides North Lawndale residents and guests an inclusive place to convene BEE yourself network with friends learn about coffee and NLEN s programs The caf will feature an easy menu for those on the go featuring local entrepreneurs and vendors including locally made pastries and lunch items Hours M F 8 00 am 3 00 pm You will receive Instruction in a caring and respectful environment Court approved anger management classes One on one coaching job readiness training Individualized job placement support Path to Prosperity Path to Prosperity is an accelerated job readiness training program designed for experienced jobseekers You will receive One on one coaching Job readiness training Individualized job placement support To enroll in U Turn Permitted or Path to Prosperity you must attend an orientation session and schedule an intake interview Moving Forward The Moving Forward program prepares you for an exciting career in Transportation Distribution and Logistics one of the region s fastest growing industries You will receive Job readiness training Automotive service excellence beginner s certification National auto parts association certification Individualized job placement support For more information about any of our workforce development programs and services please call 773 638 1825 Ext 7940 or save time by pre registering at www nlen org The coaching approach that we use at the Financial Opportunity Center is centered on your personal needs and goals We work with you to create a customized plan that outlines what you want to achieve and how you ll get there Supportive Services We also offer the following services Assistance with applying for utility assistance through CEDA s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Assistance with applying for public benefits Connecting you to other community resources

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BUSINESS SOLUTIONS WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT FINANCIAL OPPORTUNITY CENTER Our Business Solutions Team serves both employers and job seekers We provide job placement assistance to increase the earnings potential of our program graduates and alumni We understand human resource management and provide recruitment screening and job matching services to businesses that improve their bottom line retention services and reduce the cost of turnover NLEN defines a good job as A Job that offers opportunities for advancement benefits a safe work environment and employees are treated with respect The Financial Opportunity Center provides you with access to employment services financial coaching and income supports so that you can achieve your short and long term financial goals U Turn Permitted U Turn Permitted is NLEN s award winning job readiness training program for men and women who have a felony background offered online and inperson At the North Lawndale Employment Network we believe in second chances and third chances We are committed to partnering with you on this journey as you work to transition into the best version of yourself Financial Education and Coaching Budgeting Saving Credit building Access to fairly priced financial products and services For Businesses we are your one stop hiring partner We will Learn your company hiring priorities and company culture Screen and refer qualified candidates Supply information on services such as socialemotional intelligence skills through our job readiness training and government tax incentives Offer 90 day wage subsidies Partner to reduce your cost of turnover For Job Seekers we are here to help you find good work We will Assess your abilities and interest Develop career plans Refer you to quality hiring opportunities Help you create resumes and cover letters Prepare you for job interviews Help you develop your professional online presence Michael Scott Sr Community Event Center Host your event at our state of the art Michael Scott Sr Event Center Our convenient and easily accessible location with plenty of off street parking makes our facility the perfect and unique venue for your next event Contact our Facilities Manager at 773 638 7070 or at facilities nlen org for rates room capacities or to arrange a personal tour The beelove caf The beelove caf delivers an exquisite experience from the coffee bean to your cup With a range of coffee and specialty drinks featuring our beelove raw natural Chicagoland honey the beelove caf provides North Lawndale residents and guests an inclusive place to convene BEE yourself network with friends learn about coffee and NLEN s programs The caf will feature an easy menu for those on the go featuring local entrepreneurs and vendors including locally made pastries and lunch items Hours M F 8 00 am 3 00 pm You will receive Instruction in a caring and respectful environment Court approved anger management classes One on one coaching job readiness training Individualized job placement support Path to Prosperity Path to Prosperity is an accelerated job readiness training program designed for experienced jobseekers You will receive One on one coaching Job readiness training Individualized job placement support To enroll in U Turn Permitted or Path to Prosperity you must attend an orientation session and schedule an intake interview Moving Forward The Moving Forward program prepares you for an exciting career in Transportation Distribution and Logistics one of the region s fastest growing industries You will receive Job readiness training Automotive service excellence beginner s certification National auto parts association certification Individualized job placement support For more information about any of our workforce development programs and services please call 773 638 1825 Ext 7940 or save time by pre registering at www nlen org The coaching approach that we use at the Financial Opportunity Center is centered on your personal needs and goals We work with you to create a customized plan that outlines what you want to achieve and how you ll get there Supportive Services We also offer the following services Assistance with applying for utility assistance through CEDA s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Assistance with applying for public benefits Connecting you to other community resources

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BUSINESS SOLUTIONS WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT FINANCIAL OPPORTUNITY CENTER Our Business Solutions Team serves both employers and job seekers We provide job placement assistance to increase the earnings potential of our program graduates and alumni We understand human resource management and provide recruitment screening and job matching services to businesses that improve their bottom line retention services and reduce the cost of turnover NLEN defines a good job as A Job that offers opportunities for advancement benefits a safe work environment and employees are treated with respect The Financial Opportunity Center provides you with access to employment services financial coaching and income supports so that you can achieve your short and long term financial goals U Turn Permitted U Turn Permitted is NLEN s award winning job readiness training program for men and women who have a felony background offered online and inperson At the North Lawndale Employment Network we believe in second chances and third chances We are committed to partnering with you on this journey as you work to transition into the best version of yourself Financial Education and Coaching Budgeting Saving Credit building Access to fairly priced financial products and services For Businesses we are your one stop hiring partner We will Learn your company hiring priorities and company culture Screen and refer qualified candidates Supply information on services such as socialemotional intelligence skills through our job readiness training and government tax incentives Offer 90 day wage subsidies Partner to reduce your cost of turnover For Job Seekers we are here to help you find good work We will Assess your abilities and interest Develop career plans Refer you to quality hiring opportunities Help you create resumes and cover letters Prepare you for job interviews Help you develop your professional online presence Michael Scott Sr Community Event Center Host your event at our state of the art Michael Scott Sr Event Center Our convenient and easily accessible location with plenty of off street parking makes our facility the perfect and unique venue for your next event Contact our Facilities Manager at 773 638 7070 or at facilities nlen org for rates room capacities or to arrange a personal tour The beelove caf The beelove caf delivers an exquisite experience from the coffee bean to your cup With a range of coffee and specialty drinks featuring our beelove raw natural Chicagoland honey the beelove caf provides North Lawndale residents and guests an inclusive place to convene BEE yourself network with friends learn about coffee and NLEN s programs The caf will feature an easy menu for those on the go featuring local entrepreneurs and vendors including locally made pastries and lunch items Hours M F 8 00 am 3 00 pm You will receive Instruction in a caring and respectful environment Court approved anger management classes One on one coaching job readiness training Individualized job placement support Path to Prosperity Path to Prosperity is an accelerated job readiness training program designed for experienced jobseekers You will receive One on one coaching Job readiness training Individualized job placement support To enroll in U Turn Permitted or Path to Prosperity you must attend an orientation session and schedule an intake interview Moving Forward The Moving Forward program prepares you for an exciting career in Transportation Distribution and Logistics one of the region s fastest growing industries You will receive Job readiness training Automotive service excellence beginner s certification National auto parts association certification Individualized job placement support For more information about any of our workforce development programs and services please call 773 638 1825 Ext 7940 or save time by pre registering at www nlen org The coaching approach that we use at the Financial Opportunity Center is centered on your personal needs and goals We work with you to create a customized plan that outlines what you want to achieve and how you ll get there Supportive Services We also offer the following services Assistance with applying for utility assistance through CEDA s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Assistance with applying for public benefits Connecting you to other community resources

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SWEET BEGINNINGS DIGITAL EDUCATION INCLUSION In 2004 we established Sweet Beginnings LLC a social enterprise designed to provide transitional job opportunities to our program graduates We hire individuals with significant barriers to employment including those who have been justice involved and provide them with a pathway to success Sweet Beginnings LLC produces beelove a Certified Naturally Grown and all natural line of raw urban honey and honey infused skincare products To listen to our Sweet Beginnings podcast or purchase beelove products please visit our website at beelovebuzz com We provide individual and group training courses that will help you develop the computer skills needed to succeed in today s workforce Here are just a few examples of what we can help you do Beginner Computer Skills Navigate the internet Create documents using Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint Create an email account Create a professional LinkedIn profile Search for jobs online Intermediate and Advanced Computer Skills Gain credentials in Microsoft Office Perform data visualization using spreadsheets Understand and utilize operating systems like Windows 10 Explore the ins and outs of the Google Suite Use of virtual platforms such as MS Teams Zoom and Google Hangout Understand file management and conventions Explore careers in IT Healthcare Hospitality Retail Banking NLEN s Resource Center As part of our campus we offer a state of the art resource center where you can access a computer fax machine copier or telephone as part of your job search For more information visit www nlen org NLEN_jobs facebook com nlen org NLEN_jobs North Lawndale Employment Network 1111 S Homan Ave Chicago IL 60624 Phone 773 638 1825 Email info nlen org Websites nlen org beelovebuzz org NORTH LAWNDALE EMPLOYMENT NETWORK CREATING A COMMUNITY THAT WORKS EMPOWER MENT EQUITY INCLUSION EMPATHY

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SWEET BEGINNINGS DIGITAL EDUCATION INCLUSION In 2004 we established Sweet Beginnings LLC a social enterprise designed to provide transitional job opportunities to our program graduates We hire individuals with significant barriers to employment including those who have been justice involved and provide them with a pathway to success Sweet Beginnings LLC produces beelove a Certified Naturally Grown and all natural line of raw urban honey and honey infused skincare products To listen to our Sweet Beginnings podcast or purchase beelove products please visit our website at beelovebuzz com We provide individual and group training courses that will help you develop the computer skills needed to succeed in today s workforce Here are just a few examples of what we can help you do Beginner Computer Skills Navigate the internet Create documents using Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint Create an email account Create a professional LinkedIn profile Search for jobs online Intermediate and Advanced Computer Skills Gain credentials in Microsoft Office Perform data visualization using spreadsheets Understand and utilize operating systems like Windows 10 Explore the ins and outs of the Google Suite Use of virtual platforms such as MS Teams Zoom and Google Hangout Understand file management and conventions Explore careers in IT Healthcare Hospitality Retail Banking NLEN s Resource Center As part of our campus we offer a state of the art resource center where you can access a computer fax machine copier or telephone as part of your job search For more information visit www nlen org NLEN_jobs facebook com nlen org NLEN_jobs North Lawndale Employment Network 1111 S Homan Ave Chicago IL 60624 Phone 773 638 1825 Email info nlen org Websites nlen org beelovebuzz org NORTH LAWNDALE EMPLOYMENT NETWORK CREATING A COMMUNITY THAT WORKS EMPOWER MENT EQUITY INCLUSION EMPATHY