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Impact Report

For plan Financial Security for All (Valencia County)
Date October 28, 2011, 10:19 pm
For Objective Short-term Show short-term objectives
Impact Report Since developing the "Foot in the Door" job skills/re-entry program in 2009, the agent has taught the program to over 250 Valencia County residents (76 men and 141 women). The program has been provided at drug and alcohol rehabilitation/education centers, domestic violence shelters, parenting (adult and teen) programs, after school and summer youth programs, ESL classes and through referrals to the county extension office. Upon completion of the program, 97% of participants reported that they found the program to be "very useful". Ninety-two percent felt they had learned specific things that would help them during their job search. Within six months of completing the program, 89% of the contacted participants reported that they were more aware of how to successfully complete a job application. Ninety-three percent completed the program with a professional resume. Of those participants who could be contacted, 50% reported they have actively searched for employment using the program's materials and 25% had obtained employment. Comments on evaluations from participants: "You and this program boosted my enthusiasm and confidence to enter the working world once again!" "I have learned A LOT in a very few days. I never knew all the psychology behind interviewing. I'm going to ACE my next interview!" Upon being handed her first resume one participant stated, "I can't believe I have one of these. I only thought important people had one." An email from a former participant: "Thanks for checking in with me. I'm still doing great! This job has been a challenge at times but it's been worth it. Can you believe I've already been working here for over a year? I would never have got this job if it hadn't been for your class, my effort and that resume. My supervisor is encouraging me to apply for a manager training position. I'm going to do it!"