Reentry Services
Entry Point Staffing
Entry Point is the first-of-its-kind nonprofit staffing agency helping those formerly incarcerated find jobs with local businesses and organizations while continuing to offer full wrap-around support. In turn, businesses in the Fairfield County area find pre-vetted and experienced workers.
To learn more about Entry Point Staffing, visit their website by clicking the button below.
Fathers For Life
This program helps non-custodial and custodial parents connect emotionally as well as financially with their children. Program components include support group sessions, parenting skills through the state certified 24/7 Dad Curriculum, financial education, and other ways to support and engage your children. If you are interested in the Fathers for Life program, please contact Kenny Jackson at kjackson@careerresources.org
STRIVE Connecticut
A unique three-week attitudinal job readiness course in a simulated work environment, emphasizing personal accountability; includes case management, job leads and two years of follow-up support.
Participants can now receive workforce training online and on demand.
Contact cherry@careerresources.org to learn more.
New Haven Reentry Program
Join our WorkReady team in our New Haven Reentry Program which utilizes the proven STRIVE model to prepare jobseekers for the workforce. Participants must be 18+ and have prior justice involvement.
If you are a resident of New Haven and are interested in joining our Reentry Program, contact Jacqueline Evans at evans@careerresources.org.
Platform 2 Employment
Under our WorkReady team, Platform 2 Employment Reentry helps assist justice-involved citizens with work readiness and career development training. Training includes career-related tools, financial counseling, and other resources to secure employment.
If you are interested in being part of our Platform 2 Employment Reentry program, please call our P2E Reentry Trainer, Ren Brockmeyer at rbrockmeyer@careerresources.org.
ReEntry Works
In Reentry Works, our Reentry Navigator will assist formally incarcerated citizens returning to their communities to network with employment and other supportive services. If you are interested in participating in Reentry Works, please contact our Reentry Navigator at newton@careerresources.org.
Stephanie's Closet
Named after one of Career Resources' very own, Stephanie's Closet provides lightly used men's clothing and outerwear to those in the community.
Stephanie's Closet is not currently running. To learn more please contact Marcie Thompson at thompson@careerresources.org.
Isaiah House
Isaiah House is our residential work release program for male returning citizens. Services offered include substance abuse counseling, individual and family counseling, and vocational counseling. To learn more about Isaiah House, contact Kim Harris at harris@careerresources.org.
Mary Magdalene House
Mary Magdalene House is our residential work release program for female returning citizens. Services offered include substance abuse counseling, individual and family counseling, and vocational counseling. To learn more about Isaiah House, contact Kim Harris at harris@careerresources.org.