The Youth to Health Careers Program: The Youth to Health Careers Program offers educational programs designed in such a way that a student can start in the 8th grade and continue through high school. Our model works because the teaching tools are designed by teens for teens. Four programs are offered: Introduction to Community Health and Health CareersSummer Enrichment ProgramYouth to Health Careers (Y2HC) Afterschool ProgramBAHEC Youth Advisory Board (YAB)Medical Interpreter Training Program Almost 30% of Boston residents were born outside of the United States and there are more than 140 different languages spoken in our neighborhoods. With the growing number of people in our city who speak a language other than English, there is an increasing demand for bilingual and bicultural interpreters in the healthcare setting. Two training options are available to meet the needs and capacity of the healthcare facility. 15-Hour Introductory Course 54-Hour Comprehensive Course
Ashmont Cycles provides bicycles, accessories, information, services and encouragement to enjoy bicycling in the neighborhood, city and beyond. Ashmont Cycles stocks full lines of Fuji and Linus bicycles for every age and interest, as well as helmets, locks, mirrors and other accessories. We also repair all makes and models of bicycles.
This is a public agency which provides affordable housing to low and moderate income indivduals and families. You have to be eligible to apply for this housing.
Empower individuals from diverse communities to find employment and build careers, and to partner with employers to hire, develop, and retain productive workforces. Founded in 1938, JVS delivers a broad range of educational and vocational services to over 20,000 clients annually to help them and their families reach financial independence.
Career Moves, CJP, Connections, Jewish Women's Career Network, Pensioner ESOL Program, Yesodot
How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:
For JVS Programs, see here. You can help JVS assist people as they gain education and skills for employment and job advancement. Volunteer opportunities are available at the JVS Downtown offices, as well as our satellite locations in Brighton, Brockton, East Boston, Hyde Park, and Roslindale. Mentoring Become a resource for people new to their careers. Experienced professionals can also provide targeted support to individuals seeking to develop their careers. Tutoring Provide individualized attention for students in any of our classes. Job Preparation and Search Assistance Help individuals with interview practice, on-line job research, and newspaper add searches. Support JVS Operations Provide JVS administrative offices with project support or help with one of our specialized programs. Current Volunteer Opportunities
Key Programs Offered:
Job search training, educational testing, career counseling, skills training, English for Speakers of Other Languages, GED classes, Adult Basic Literacy and Adult Diploma Program instruction, support for entry-level workers, microenterprise training, and financial assistance.
