Workforce Development

CWS Wrap-Around Services

Community Work Services provides comprehensive support to ensure long-term success and self-sufficiency. We offer vital resources like financial literacy training, case management, and access to Single Stop services to help individuals navigate financial and social barriers. Through personalized assistance, we empower participants with the knowledge and resources needed to progress in their careers and personal lives.

 Services

Case Management

Each program participant is paired with a Case Manager who works closely with them to set and achieve both short-term and long-term employment goals. Case Managers play a vital role in guiding participants toward career advancement and educational opportunities, helping them build a path to economic self-sufficiency.

Program Highlights:
Supporting personal well-being and creating financial asset development plans
Coordinating with partner organizations to access additional support services like legal aid, housing, healthcare, and higher education
Collaborating with Placement Specialists to prepare participants for successful job searches
Programs

Bridges to Employment at CWS

Bridges to Employment (B2E) is a weekly, hands-on job search training program that provides personalized support to help participants find jobs, get hired, transition into employment, and thrive in the workplace. Whether you're overcoming significant employment gaps, returning to the community after incarceration, or taking steps forward in your recovery, B2E gives you the tools, confidence, and guidance to successfully navigate every stage of the job search journey.

Program Highlights:
Dedicated guidance on your job search strategy
Resume preparation support to showcase your strengths and get noticed
Interview guidance to present yourself professionally and boost confidence
Technical support for online applications and navigating job boards
Opportunities to learn about employer expectations and job success
Location
174 Portland Street Boston, MA, 4th Floor in Computer Lab

Tuesday: 10:00 - 12:00AM (Non-English speakers)
Wednesday: 9:00 - 11:00AM (MRC)
Thursday: 9:00 - 11:00AM (Non-English Speakers), 11:00AM - 12:00PM (Program Graduates)
Friday: 9:00-11:00AM (Active Program Participants)
Services

Financial Literacy

Our Financial Literacy program teaches individuals how to manage their money, create a budget, save, and understand credit. These essential skills help build a strong foundation for financial independence and stability.

Services

Single Stop: Access to Benefits Made Simple

Single Stop is a free service that connects participants with vital benefits and resources, including housing assistance, food access, healthcare, tax support, and more. It’s a one-stop solution designed to reduce stress, remove barriers, and help individuals stay focused on building a stable future.

Services

Staffing Solutions

Community Work Services provides tailored staffing solutions, connecting businesses with skilled individuals from our network. Through our partnerships, we deliver reliable and efficient staffing options to meet a variety of workforce needs, helping businesses streamline operations while creating meaningful employment opportunities.

Success Stories

Lives Changed Through CWS

June 26, 2025
Russell Smith

Russell is currently focused on obtaining permanent housing and exploring additional training opportunities.

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April 14, 2025
Kevin Fowler

Kevin is working hard to rebuild his life after incarceration by taking various training classes and courses.

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February 19, 2025
Heather Henderson

Heather secured a position with At Your Service Staffing, where she now applies her certification and training across a range of hospitality roles.

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December 30, 2024
Deline Leandre

Deline enrolled in the At Your Service - Hotel & Hospitality Training Program and earned a prestigious American Hotel & Hospitality Training Program.

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October 29, 2024
Hector

Hector is a recent graduate of our Apex Clean Energy Institute (ACEI) Training Program.

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August 2, 2024
Ross

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April 8, 2024
Roberto

Roberto is a recent graduate of the National Grid Energy Infrastructure Academy.

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February 21, 2024
Bony

After successfully completing JRT, Bony continues to serve as a participant worker providing translation assistance to our migrant participants.

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Lyanet Vasquez

“Being homeless is just not an excuse.”

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Danielle McInnis

“I felt like I needed more. I needed a push. I needed to build my career more. So, I decided to start something new. And CWS helped make it happen!”

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Donald Haynesworth

“I have a whole new life, a whole new energy. It’s a great feeling. CWS is allowing me to be the man I want to be, for me and for my child.”

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News & Insights

In the Media

Stay up to date on our work as we strive to empower individuals of all abilities to reach their full potential.

August 3, 2024
CWS Summer 2024 Newsletter
April 8, 2024
CWS Spring 2024 Newsletter
February 21, 2024
CWS February 2024 Newsletter
January 3, 2024
CWS Winter 2024 Newsletter