People Ready

Services:

  • Temporary Job Services
  • Limited Transportation – depends on the distance
  • Temporary hires, day labor

Requirements

  • MUST have a phone.
  • MUST be able to download the app called “Job Stack Worker” to register and begin work.
  • Most jobs require steel-toe boots

Contact Information:

  • 1411 N. Valley Mills Dr. suite b, Waco, TX 76710, hours: 6am – 5pm
  • Phone: (254)-751-0400
  • Email: 1197-br@peopleready.com

 

Caritas of Waco

Services:

  • Case Management (assist in continuing education, GED services, and employment search)

Requirements:

  • Fill in the Case Management application form and they will set you an appointment to work on your goals.
  • You will have to attend 4 financial classes on Wednesdays for 1 hour

Contact Information:

  • 300 S. 15th St. Waco, TX 76701
  • Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 10:45 and 1:00 pm – 2:45 pm to fill out an application
  • Phone: (254)-753-4593

 

Job Link

Services:

  • Assistance for employment search
  • Website for Job Link listings: joblinktx.com and check their Facebook for updates.
  • Se habla Espanol

Requirements:

  • Apply onsite or online
  • If applying onsite, be sure to bring two forms of identification

Contact Information:

  • Location: 717 Jewell Dr. Waco, Texas 76712
  • Phone: (254)-399-9675

 

Mission Waco – MPowerment

Services:

  • Job readiness and job search skills development, computer skills, budgeting, resume building and interviewing skills development, transitional work experience, goal setting
  • Orientations Mondays at 9:00 am
  • Classes Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 am – 12:30 pm

Contact Information:

  • Location: 1226 Washington Ave, Waco, TX 76701
  • Phone: 254-296-9866, ext. 300

 

EOAC

Services:

  • Case Management (meetings to assist in education such as CDO School and employment opportunities as a Dental Assistant and Phlebotomist) EOAC will select applicants that are committed to the programs.
  • CDO School – 4 weeks everyday classes or 9 weeks on weekend classes
  • Dental Assistant 12-week program – first 6 weeks online, 6 weeks of laboratories
  • Phlebotomist – 8-week program (morning, midday or night classes)
  • Can provide economic assistance to Ed to Go programs if approved by Case Management
  • Se habla Español

Requirements:

  • Must enroll in case management program to receive assistance.
  • Can print and fill the application from a PDF on the website and send it by email or fax or take it in person
  • Please make a note in the application that you are looking for case management for school or employment
  • Documents to take to the appointment: Birth certificates, ID for anyone in the household 18 and older, income (if they are 18 but haven’t received income, fill in the page 8 form and indicate the reason: student/looking for job, etc.) Utility bill (electric, water or gas)

Contact Information:

  • 500 Franklin Ave, Waco, TX 76701
  • Monday – Thursday 8:00am – 4:00pm
  • Phone: (254)-753-0331

 

Christian Men’s Job Corps

Services:

  • Job readiness program that offers computer skills, resume writing, dressing for success, interviewing skills, goal-setting assistance, money management, and job coaching from professionals.
  • Classes are Monday and Thursdays 6pm – 9 pm. During this time a meal, Bible Study, classes and one on one mentorship are provided.

Requirements:

  • Must be male and 18 years of age or older.
  • No application but will need to demonstrate commitment to the program and fill out a brief info card.
  • Call, text or email to set up an interview

Contact Information:

 

Christian Women’s Job Corps

Services:

  • Services are free of charge
  • Bible study, computer skills, job readiness, resume and application writing assistance, interviewing skills, money management, healthy relationships, day and night classes for GED test preparation.
  • Testing Center for GED and Pearson Exams
  • Se habla Español

Requirements:

  • Available to any women over age 18
  • Background check required

Contact Information:

  • Location: 500 Webster Ave., Waco, TX office located within FBC Waco
  • Mailing Address: PO box 20432, Waco, TX 76702
  • Phone: 254-757-0416
  • Website: https://cwjcwaco.org/, application online. Email: info@cwjcwaco.org

 

Waco Job Connection Center- HOT Goodwill Industries

Services:

  • Virtual employment and training resources
  • Job Connection: Employment services and training in computer skills – Request an appointment online
  • Accelerate Program: you would meet with a Success Coach to develop an Individualized Career and Financial Plan to o be successful during your job search as well as work with you to build financial self-sufficiency
  • Rise Program: GED preparation, obtain a high school diploma and certificate in a specific career field. There is a cost but based on income there are scholarships available.
  • Resume writing and interviewing skills training, job search assistance, goal setting, employer expectations, career exploration, job retention skills, budgeting, and personal finance education classes through MCC Continuing Education – 254 299 8888 $10 to register.

Requirements

  • Must be 16 years or older
  • Anyone seeking employment, to advance their career, improve their computer skills, continue their education, connect with community resources, and/or advance their skills.
  • You can submit an appointment request online: https://hotgoodwill.org/services/job-connections/

Contact Information:

  • Location: 1700 S. New Road, Waco, TX
  • Phone: (254)-753-7337
  • Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm
  • Email: info@hotgoodwill.org
  • hotgoodwill.org

 

Workforce Solutions – The Heart of Texas

Services:

  • Employment and Training Services for Unemployment Insurance Recipients, senior Texans (55 and older), Individuals under National & Community Services Act, Dislocated Workers due to Imports (TAA), TANF Applicants & Recipients, SNAP Recipients
  • Provides information on how to pursue Unemployment Insurance Claims
  • Access to Child Care information, local childcare services, employer credits, and childcare provider assistance
  • Claims for Unpaid Wages (under the Texas Payday Law), Supplies a Wage Claim form (LL-1) to individuals who believe they have not been paid all wages earned. Documents can be found and filed on the website.
  • Access to Post-Secondary Career and Technology Training information, including community colleges, technical schools, and trade schools
  • Provides referrals to Apprenticeship Programs, info on job training for occupations in the skilled trades and crafts.
  • Access to Adult Education, info on adult education opportunities.
  • Training for Adults, Dislocated Workers, and Youth: Coordinates training for eligible individuals, including activities such as occupational skills training, on-the-job training, work experience, GED preparation, and support for childcare and transportation.
  • Provides a variety of employment and training services to eligible adults and youths (WIOA Program)
  • Monthly job fairs. Look up their dates on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HOTWorkforce
  • Se habla Español

Requirements:

  • Bring your CV
  • Dependent on service. Please contact the office for more information.

Contact Information:

  • Location: 1416 S. New Road, Waco, TX, 76711
  • Office: (254) 754-5421; 1-866-982-9226; Career Specialist number: 254-296-5260
  • Website: https://www.hotworkforce.com/

 

Jack of All Trades

Services:

  • Provides job placement services.
  • No processing fee to employee.
  • Se habla Español 

Requirements:

  • Must fill out application and conduct an interview, on-site at Jack of All Trades
  • Must bring two forms of ID and a resume (if you have one, not required). 

Contact Info:

  • 254-754-7997 phone line is available 24/7
  • 2701 Franklin Ave. Waco, Texas 76710

 

Communities In Schools

Services:

  • Job search assistance, resume writing, building interviewing skills, tutoring/mentorship, subsidized work experience opportunities, and college and scholarship information
  • Summer job placements

Requirements:

  • Must be between 16 – 24 years of age
  • Fill out an application

Contact Information:

  • Location: 1001 Washington Ave., Waco, TX
  • Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm (call ahead prior to visit)
  • Phone: (254)-753-6002, ex. 2022, Jillian Jones

 

 

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Updated and Verified  02/06/23