Bobby Dodd Institute – Jonesboro Campus
MISSION
The Bobby Dodd Institute seeks to empower people with differing abilities to maximize their potential by securing economic self-sufficiency, independence and inclusion within their communities. At BDI, we believe in an inclusive world where people of all abilities can lead independent and purposeful lives when provided the right guidance, support and opportunities.
POPULATIONS SERVED
Adult Population
- Dislocated Workers
- Immigrants
- Individuals seeking to secure a better job
- Individuals with disabilities
- Individuals without a high school diploma or GED
- Low-income individuals
- Mature workers (over 55 years old)
- Military veterans
- Public housing residents
- Refugees
- Unemployed individuals
- Welfare recipients required to enter the workforce
Youth Population
- Basic skills deficient
- Below grade level
- Disabled, including learning disabilities
- Needs assistance to gain employment
Languages Supported
- English
Geography
- Statewide
SERVICES PROVIDED
Job Search & Placement
- Financial planning education
- Job performance coaching
- Mentoring
- Pre-placement assessment
- Employment readiness counseling
- Resume development
- Job search coaching
- Placing participants in private sector jobs
- Employment screening
- Varied job search and placement services
- Placing participants in apprenticeships
- Referrals to training or training broker
- Job search tools and information
- On the job training
- Job referrals
- Job board
- Access to job listings
- Career and vocational evaluation
- Internships and co-ops
Post-employment Services
- Career counseling
- Career development services
- Job performance coaching
- Post-placement follow-up
- Tax education
- Financial planning education
- Mentoring
- Varied post-employment services
Supportive Services
- Case management
- Varied supportive services
- Benefits counseling
- Food bank services
- Disability services
Soft Skills Training
- Adaptability
- Collaborating with others
- Conflict management
- Dealing with diversity
- How to dress
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership
- Managing stress
- Personal hygiene
- Planning / organizational skills
- Communication (verbal and written)
- Customer service
- Professional conduct
- Self confidence
- Time management
- Diet and nutrition
- Varied soft skills training
- Decision making
- Interview skills
- Goal setting
- Emotional intelligence
- Personal branding
- Behavior modification
- Basic financial education
OCCUPATIONS SUPPORTED
Occupations
- Administrative Services Managers
- Facilities Managers
- First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers
- First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers
- First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers
- Building Cleaning Workers, All Other
- Customer Service Representatives
- Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment
Industry Recognized Credentials
- National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation - ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification
- American Society of Transportation and Logistics - Certified in Transportation and Logistics (CTL)
- American Society of Transportation and Logistics - Global Logistics Associate (GLA)
INDUSTRIES SUPPORTED
- Hardware, and Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
- Grocery Stores
- Department Stores
- General Freight Trucking
- General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
- Restaurants and Other Eating Places
- Civic and Social Organizations