City Of Refuge
MISSION
City of Refuge is a faith-based environment that helps individuals and families transition out of crisis. City of Refuge seeks to bring Light, Hope and Transformation to people in crisis.
POPULATIONS SERVED
Adult Population
- Homeless
- Individuals seeking to secure a better job
- Low-income individuals
- Returning citizens (previously incarcerated)
- Unemployed individuals
Languages Supported
- English
Geography
- City of Atlanta
- Statewide
SERVICES PROVIDED
Job Search & Placement
- Mentoring
- Employment readiness counseling
- Resume development
- Job search coaching
- Placing participants in private sector jobs
- Job search tools and information
- On the job training
- Job board
- Access to job listings
Post-employment Services
- Post-placement follow-up
- Mentoring
Supportive Services
- Case management
- Varied supportive services
- Health care
- Adult literacy and basic education
- Benefits counseling
- Child care
- Dental services
- Housing
Soft Skills Training
- Adaptability
- Collaborating with others
- How to dress
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership
- Personal hygiene
- Planning / organizational skills
- Communication (verbal and written)
- Customer service
- Professional conduct
- Self confidence
- Time management
- Diet and nutrition
- Varied soft skills training
- Interview skills
- Goal setting
- Basic financial education