Ascent Assistance Booklet

PO Box 9604, San Jose, CA 95175. We are located upstairs in the back of the Queen of Apostles Church on the corner of Moorpark Ave and Mitty Way in San Jose, CA 95129

E-Mail: [email protected](408)-257-8302

Fax: (408)257-4600www.ascent-jobs.org

Who We Are

The Ascent Employment Program is a non-profit agency. Working in a safe and supportive environment, our team of trained and committed volunteers provides practical assistance and training to those wishing to find employment. Begun by Fr. Jim Mifsud, the Ascent Employment Program has been serving our community for 25 years without discrimination.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide assistance to those in our community needing meaningful employment especially those with troubled backgrounds.

What We Do

We provide:Access to resources informing those individuals coming from alcohol/substance abuse programs, those returning from the criminal justice system, and others in need of employment opportunities.

Assistance in clarifying career and employment objectives through interviews and coaching.

Coaching to determine an individual’s strengths and skills.

Education in the methods of pursuing a successful job search including basic computer training, resume writing and interviewing skills.

Resources are available with employment listings, career information and other community resources.

Ascent Assistance Booklet

TRAINING ContinuedEmployment Resources

Employment Services Northern California Service League Parole Employment Program 28 Boardman Place, San Francisco, CA 94103 (415)863-2323/Fax (415)863-1882 Ask Parole Agent for referral (Form 1502) EDD (Employment Dev. Dept. 2450 Bascom Avenue, Campbell, CA 95011

Northern California Service League40 Boardman Place, San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 863-2323Fax (415) 863-1882/ e-mail [email protected] Worldwide Web: JVww.NorCalServiceLeague.org E-mail: [email protected]: Intern and volunteer opportunities, pre-social services, life skills training, job placement and job fairs, post-release social services, drug

counseling, Cameo House Transitional Housing, Financial Support

Employment Development Department (EDD)To file claims for unemployment call: (800)300-5616To file claims for disability insurance call: (800)480-3287Offers: full service employment center, professional assistance with employment

search (fax, internet/computer access), resume critiquing, interview techniques, classes and resource library including CALJOBS access codes and Workforce

Investment Act (WIA) funds. Also, One Stop programs (rehabilitation, displaced workers, disabled and transportation).

Goodwill Industries Silicon Valley/Institute for Career Development 1080 N. 7th St., San Jose, CA 95112 . (408)998-5787www.goodwillsv.org/vocational.html Fees: $3.00 per dayOffers: Employment programs, telephone, fax, clothing, workshops

Mission College3000 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara, CA 95054 www.missioncollege.orgFee: Financial aid and/or fee waiver availableOffers: A wide range of lifelong learning and enrichment opportunities

including courses that lead to meaningful careers.

San Jose Job Corps3485 East Hills Dr., San Jose, CA 95127 - (408)254-5627http://sanjose.jobcorps.gov Fee: FreeEligibility: Young adults, age 16 to 24, U.S. citizen or legal resident, meet income guidelines, motivated and committed, pledge to support Job Corps’ Zero Tolerance Policy, drug-free and alcohol freeOffers: Training in accounting, automotive repair, auto body repair,

business technology, carpentry, computer technology, culinary arts, dental assistant, drafting, electrical, facilities maintenance, HVAC,

landscaping, machinist, medical technology

Catholic Charities2625 Zanker Rd., Suite 200, San Jose, CA 95134 - (408)325-525www.ccsj.orgFee: FreeOffers: Vocational assessment; training clients to search for work by using computers

Santa Clara Unified School District Adult Education1840 Benton St., Santa Clara, CA 95050 - (408)423-3500

Employment ResourcesTRAINING

Work2FutureMain Number: (408)794-1100420 Pastoria Ave. Sunnyvale, CA 94086 (408)774-23651290 Parkmoor, San Jose, CA 95126 (408) 277-2727 (One-Stop Center)2450 S. Bascom, Campbell, CA 95008 . (408)369-3606 (Campbell EDD)www.work2future.biz Fees: NoneOffers: job search assistance, labor market information, career exploration and

planning, community resource information, job recruitments, workshops.

St. Joseph Cathedral/Office of Social Ministry/Job Search Program80 South Market St., San Jose, CA 95113 . (408)283-8118www.stjosephcathedral.org/Home Services include free voicemail, fax, referrals to agencies that provide career

and clothing. Some eligibility for day tokens and monthly bus passes.

Center for Employment Training701 Vine St., San Jose, CA . (408)287-7924www.cetweb.org Fees: Varies depending on incomeOffers: job counseling, computers, fax, workshops

Nova/Job Seeker Service 420 S. Pastoria Ave., Sunnyvale, CA (408)774-2365www.novaworks.org Fees: NoneOffers: job counseling, workshops, computers, fax, copy machines, support for job seekers with special needs (including disabilities).

(CREST), logistics or office technology, job preparation and job search

activities, placement, subsidized trial employment and/or on-the-job training, placement follow-up services.

Heald College San Jose Campus, 341 Great Mal Pkwy, San Jose 1-800-88 HEALDwww.heald.edu Fees: Vary, some financial aid available if qualifiedOffers: Business administration and accounting, criminal justice, office

skills, electronics technology, information technology (network security), medical assisting, medical office administration, medical billing and

coding, construction, management, paralegal.

Everest College (formerly Bryman College)San Jose Campus, 1245 S. Winchester, Ste 102, San Jose - 866-786-2769or (408)246-4171.www.everest.edu Fee: YesOffers: Training in dental assisting, message therapy, medical

administrative assistant, medical insurance billing/coding

Silicon Valley Technical Institute1762 Technology Dr., Suite 227, San Jose, CA 95110 (408)573-0100www.svtii.comFee: Yes

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ProMatch420 S. Pastoria Ave., Sunnyvale, CA (408)736-2391www.promatch.org Fees: 16 hours of service per month requiredOffers: Professional networking opportunities, targeted job search

workshops, ProMatch alumni opportunities to increase networking, guest speakers, career coaching.

Project Hired1401 Parkmoor Ave., Suite 125, San Jose, CA 95126(408)557-0880/Fax (408)557-0710E-mail: [email protected]: access to job leads through Project Hired Yahoo user group and job search volunteers to assist in employment search.

JobLink at Sacred Heart Community Services1381 S. First St., San Jose, CA 95110 (408)278-2172 or (408)916-5044www.shcstheheart.orgFees: FreeOffers: workshops. resume preparation, job searching, personalized voicemail, email set up, use of internet for job search, use of phones

copiers, fax, computers, job referrals, interview preparation, clothing for interviews, on-site recruiting

Cupertino Rotary Job Search Support GroupMonta Vista High School Cafeteria21840 McClellan Road, Cupertino, CA 95014 (408)[email protected]

Center for Employment Training (CET)Sobrato CET Center, 701 Vine St., San Jose, CA 95110 - (408)287-7924www.cetweb.org Fees: Varies depending on income (financial aid if qualified)Offers: Training in the following: accounting clerk, automotive specialist,

diesel maintenance mechanic, building maintenance, early childhood teacher assistant, culinary arts, business office technology, medical

administrative assistant, medical assistant, and electrician.

Center for Employment Training (CET)7800 Arroyo Circle, Gilroy, CA 95020 - (408)842-6484www.cetweb.org Fees: Varies depending on courses and income (aid available)Offers: Training in the following: accounting clerk, building maintenance, medical clerk, truck driving

Institute for Career Development (ICD)1080 North Seventh St., San Jose, CA 9112 - (408)869-9215E-mail: [email protected] Further Information: Kevin Tuttle, Outreach Coordination. at (408)869-9215Eligibility: Homeless veterans who have served in the active U.S. military who have been discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable.Offers: Vocational and psychological counseling, classroom training in

accounting/Customer Relations and Employability Skills Training

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San Jose Job Corps Center3485 E. Hills Dr., San Jose, CA 95127 (408)254-5627www.sanjose.jobcorps.gov Fees: FreeOffers: GED, vocational training, counseling, stipend, clothing, basic

medical and dental care, drivers license, work-based learning opportunities linking jobs and classroom experiences, career preparation,

links to the One-Stop Career Center system, up to two years of training, residential, on-site child care. Individuals 16-24 years old ONLY.

Labor Ready 562 W. San Carlos St., San Jose, CA 95126 (408)266-31201423 Branham Lane, San Jose, CA 95118 (408)264-01361062 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94040 (650)691-9275www.laborready.comFees: NoneOffers: Temporary employment opportunities in jobs related to

construction, manufacturing, warehousing, retail, events and hospitality, waste and recycling, transportation, and agriculture.

Northern California Service League (NCSL)Annual Job Fair for the Formerly Incarcerated is held annually in January. State Building in downtown San Francisco. For more information call:(415)863-2323 or E-mail: [email protected]

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St. Joseph’s Family Center7950 Church St., Gilroy, CA 95020 - (408)842-6662Offers: Monday - Friday breakfast at 9:00 p.m.

dinner at 1:00 p.m.

Breakfast with Friends1425 Springer Rd., Mountain View, CA 94040 - (650)967-2189Offers: Sundaybrunch at 8:30 a.m.

Breakfast with Friends at 7th Day Advent Church1425 Springer Rd., Mountain View, CA 94040 - (650)967-2189Offers: Sunday brunch at 8:30 a.m.

Offers: Mon. - Wed. and Fri breakfast at 8:00 a.m.Thurs. and Sat. breakfast at 9:00 a.m.

Sunday lunch at 1:00 p.m.

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Proven People (A NOVA Program)505 W. Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA (408)730-7232www.novapic.orgFees: NoneOffers: Job referral services for individuals 50 and older to employment

opportunities in the local area. Employers who call in job openings are looking for mature candidates for part time and full time positions that

include a variety of skill services.

Institute for Career Development (ICD)1080 North Seventh St., San Jose, CA 91120, (408)869-9215E-mail: [email protected] Information: Kevin Tuttle, Outreach Coordinators. (408)869-9215Eligibility: Homeless veterans who have served in the active U.S. military who have been discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable.Offers: Job preparation and job search activities, placement, subsidized

trial employment and/or on-the-job training, placement follow-up services.

Our Daily Bread at St. Thomas Episcopal Church231 S. Sunset Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086 - (408) 736-4108Offers: Mon., Wed., and Fri. lunch at 11:15 a.m.

Produce Market at Georgia Travis Center297 Commercial St, San Jose, CA 95112Pre-registration required. Call 408-453-3124.

Offers: Free produce market available once a month in collaboration with Second Harvest Food Bank.

St. Isabel Kitchen at Five Wounds Church1375 E. Santa Clara St., San Jose, CA 95116 - (408)292-2123Offers: Sunday - Saturday lunch sandwiches at 11:00 a.m.

St. Anthony of Padua Dining Room3500 Middlefield Rd., Menlo Park, CA 94025Offers: Mon - Sat. lunch at 11:00 a.m.

Some clothing is also available

Beth-El Baptist ChurchTenant Ave., Morgan Hill, CA 95037 - (408)779-2300Offers: Voucher for a meal. Individuals must call first for appointment

FOOD/MEALS

United Way Shelter Hotline1-800-774-3583

Emergency Bed Hotline1-800-7-SHELTER 1-800-7-743-5837

Casa de ClaraCall for location 408-297-8330Offers: Temporary shelter for women and women with children. (Closed

each August)

EHC LifeBuilders Boccardo Reception Center2011 Little Orchard Street - (408)294-2100 press 4, Offers: Emergency shelter, food, medical services, case management and 3 monthly bus passes, if qualified.

InnVision/Julian Street Inn546 West Julian St., San Jose - (408)271-0820Offers: Housing for the mentally disabled single men and women.

Hours: 9:30-4:00 Monday through Sunday

Montgomery Street Shelter358 North Montgomery Street, San Jose - (408)271-5160Offers: Housing for men, call at 8:00 a.m. for reservations

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First Christian Church of San Jose8o S Fifth St, San CA 95112

Salvation Army Hospitality House Soup Line – 8784405 N 4th St San Jose, CA 95112Offers: Monday-Saturday lunch at 12:15 p.m.

Monday-Saturday dinner at 5:15 p.m.

Homeless Care Force at First United Methodist Church24 N Fifth St, San Jose CA 95112 (408)294-7254Offers: Mon, Wed and Fri Hot meal at 10:30 a.m.

InnVision at Georgia Travis Center297 Commercial St, San Jose CA 95112 (408)453-3124www.innvision.orgOffers: Monday – Friday breakfast at 9:00 a.m.

Monday – Friday lunch at 11.30 a.m.InnVision at Cecil White Center358 N Montgomery St, San Jose CA 95112 (408)271-5160www.innvision.orgOffers: Sunday – Saturday lunch at 1:00 p.m.

Sunday – Saturday dinner at 6:00 p.m.

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Curtner Road, San Jose CA - (800)984-FOODOffers: a monthly allotment of 20-25 pounds of groceries to low-income families with dependent minor children. Several languages are spoken at

this location.

St. Anthony of Padua Dining Room3500 Middlefield Rd., Menlo Park, CA 94025 - (650)365-9664Offers: Monday - Saturday lunch at 11:00 a.m.

Salvation Army at Gilroy Community Center)200 W. 5th St., Gilroy, CA 95020 - (408)848-5373Offers: Monday - Friday lunch at 12:00 p.m.

St. Joseph Catholic Church - St. Vincent de Paul582 Hope St., Mountain View, CA 94041 - (650)967-3831Offers: Tues. - Fri. 1:30-7:00 p.m.

bag lunches as long as supply lasts

African American Community Center304 N. 6th St., San Jose, CA 95112 - (408)292-3157Offers: Breakfast at 7:00 a.m. the first, second and last Sundays of each

month

81 N. 8th St., San Jose, CA 95112 - (408)286-0348Offers: 3rd Saturday of each month lunch at 12:00 p.m.

80 S. Fifth St., San Jose, CA 95112 - (408)294-2944

FOOD/MEALS

Montgomery Street Shelter358 North Montgomery Street, San Jose - (408)271-5160Offers: Housing for men, call at 8:00 a.m. for reservations

Rescue Mission Shelter1174 Old Bayshore Highway, San Jose - (408)288-2153Offers: Bed sign-in on first come first served basis, dinner at 5:30 p.m.

InnVision66 E. Rosemary St., San Jose - (408)453-3124Offers: Women and children (boys under 10 years), night shelter after

4:30 p.m, for reservations call after 9:30 a.m.

InnVision/Commercial Street Inn260 Commercial Street - (408)271-1630 (until Offers: Shared housing for women and women with children (boys under 12), 30 days free, 60 days maximum, monthly bus passes.

Salvation Army Hospitality House359 North 4th St., San Jose, CA (408)282-1165Offers: Temporary housing for men. Sign up lottery for beds between

1:30 and 2:30 p.m.

Mission Shelter1174 Old Bayshore Highway, San Jose - (408)288-2153Offers: Bed sign-in on first come first served basis, dinner at 5:30 p.m.

HOUSING & SHELTERS

Sacred Heart Community Service1381 South First St., San Jose, CA 95110 - (408)278-2160www.sacredheartcommunityservice.org Offers: Financial assistance with obtaining and keeping permanent housing if you live in one of these zip codes 95008, 95110, 95111, 95113,

95117, 95118, 95124, 95125. Help with past due rent, deposit, PG%E, mortgageSan Jose Family Shelter/Family Supportive Housing1590 Las Plumas Ave., San Jose, CA 95133 - (408)926-8885www.sjfamilyshelter.org Offers: temporary housing for single and two-parent families. The

Shelter provides up to 35 families with a private room and support services for a stay of up to 90 days.

Catholic Charities Housing Search and Stabilization2625 Zanker Road, Suite 201, San Jose, CA (408)325-5277Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00. Call for app procedures and appt. timesOffers: Matching program for single parents with children less than

12 years. Housing search for below market rate apartments and affordable housing

Next Door234 E. Gish Road, Suite 200, San Jose, CA - (408)501-7550 (main #)24 hour hotline: (408)279-2962Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00-8:00, Friday 9:00-5:00Offers: Confidential shelter, advocacy, ten and children’s programs,

counseling for women and children (including boys up to 18. Battered women accepted 24 hours a day.

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Martha’s Kitchen311 Willow St., San Jose, CA 95110 - (408)293-6111Offers: Tuesday and Wednesday dinner at 4:00 p.m.

Our Daily Bread at St. Thomas Episcopal231 S. Sunset Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 95086 - (408)736-4108Offers: Mon., Wed., Fri, lunch at 11:00 a.m.

Salvation Army405 N. 4th St., San Jose, CA 95112 - (408)282-1175Offers: Open 24 hours

Monday - Saturday lunch at 12:15 p.m.

dinner at 5:15 p.m.

Family Harvest @ Opportunity Service Center

33 Encina Avenue, Palo Alto 94301 - (650)853-8672 (to register)

Offers: Monthly grocery distribution to registered very low-income families. Open 2nd Wed, 5 - 7 pm

Food Closet

425 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto 94301 - (650)325-3663

Offers: Canned goods, fresh produce, dairy products and bread distributed to very low-income residents of Palo Alto, East Palo Alto, and Menlo Park.

Open Mon - Fri, 10:00am - 3:30pm

Second Harvest Food Bank

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Bill Wilson Center Transitional Housing Program693 South 2nd St., San Jose, CA 95112 - (408)243-0222E-Mail: [email protected] www.billwilsoncenter.org Offers: Homeless youth, ages 18-24 years, with a place to live while they receive counseling, independent living skills, and other support services

InnVision: Montgomery Meals at the Cecil White Center 358 Montgomery St., San Jose - (408)271-5160Offers: Breakfast Weekends

Lunch 12:00 p.m.Dinner 4:30 and 6:30 p.m.

City Team Mission580 Charles St., San Jose, CA 95113 - (408)288-2185Offers: Monday - Friday Breakfast at 6:30 a.m.

Mon. - Fri., Sat. and Sun. Dinner at 5:30 p.m.Sat. and Sun. Breakfast at 8:00 a.m.

City Team Rescue Mission1174 Old Bayshore, San Jose, CA 95112 - (408)288-2153Offers: Sunday Breakfast at 8:00 a.m.

Chapel at 10:30 a.m.Dinner at 5:00 p.m.

Monday - Friday Breakfast at 6:30 a.m.Dinner at 5:00 p.m.

Loaves and Fishes at St. Patrick’s389 E. Santa Clara St., San Jose, CA 95112 - (408)934-4990Offers: Monday - Thursday Dinner at 4:00 p.m.

Loaves and Fishes at St. Maria Goretti2980 Senter Rd., San Jose, CA 95111 - (408)363-2300Offers: Wednesday and Friday dinner at 4:00 p.m.

FOOD/MEALS

SCCGOV – CalWorks Santa Clara County Programhttp://www.sccgov.orgSocial Services Assistance 408.271.5600Adult Protective Services 408.975.4900

Or 800.414.2002Veteran Services 408.553.6000Meals on Wheels 408.975.4860Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

408.885.5000

Silicon Valley Independent Living Center2202 N. 1st St. , San Jose, CA 95131408-894-9041Offers: Housing referral and placement, Individual and systems advocacy, independent living skills, employment services, assistive technology, peer counseling, personal assistant services, benefits information and referral.

Seasons of SharingSanta Clara County Social ServicesPlease call Frank Motta at 408-491-6722Offers: Assistance with one time critical need, grant paid directly to supplier (such as a landlord. Assistance provided through food banks or brown bag programs.

General AssistanceSt. Vincent de Paul

For assistance call the Queen of Apostles rectory at (408) 253-7560 ext 150. If it is a voicemail boxleave your Name and telephone number anda representative will return your call to help you.

PG&E ASSISTANCE 1-800-743-5000(ASK FOR A SENIOR SUPERVISOR)

HOME ENERGY ASST. PROGRAM1-888-728-3627

ASCENT EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM OFFICE

HOTLINESAging and Adult Services 800-675-8437

Aid 408-373-0873

Alzheimer’s Ass’n 800-660-1993

Alcoholics Anonymous 212-870-3400 (AA World Services)

American Cancer Society 408-871-1062

American Diabetes Assoc. 800-342-2383

Children & Family Svcs. 800-6323-4615

Medicare 800-633-4227

Nat. Domestic Violence 800-799-7233

Social Security Admin. 800-772-1213