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Provider Portal > First Step

First Step

November 16, 2018

First Step

MISSION

Income is the solution to breaking the cycle of homelessness. First Step’s mission is to end homelessness by helping men, women, and families develop a sustainable source of income. We accomplish the mission with two programs. First Step Staffing provides jobs to individuals who can work. First Step Benefits fast-tracks individuals with severe disabilities for disability income and health insurance. First Step works closely with housing partners to ensure that individuals transition to stable housing.

POPULATIONS SERVED

Adult Population

  • Dislocated Workers
  • Homeless
  • Immigrants
  • Individuals seeking to secure a better job
  • Individuals with a criminal record (not previously incarcerated)
  • Individuals with disabilities
  • Individuals without a high school diploma or GED
  • Low-income individuals
  • Mature workers (over 55 years old)
  • Military veterans
  • Refugees
  • Returning citizens (previously incarcerated)
  • Unemployed individuals
  • Welfare recipients required to enter the workforce

Languages Supported

  • English

Geography

  • DeKalb County
  • Fulton County
  • Gwinnett County
  • Cobb County
  • City of Atlanta
  • Cherokee County
  • Clayton County
  • Douglas County
  • Fayette County
  • Henry County
  • Rockdale County

SERVICES PROVIDED

Job Search & Placement

  • Pre-placement assessment
  • Employment readiness counseling
  • Job search coaching
  • Placing participants in private sector jobs
  • Employment screening
  • Varied job search and placement services
  • Referrals to training or training broker

Post-employment Services

  • Job performance coaching
  • Post-placement follow-up
  • Mentoring
  • Varied post-employment services

Supportive Services

  • Transportation assistance
  • Varied supportive services
  • Adult literacy and basic education

Soft Skills Training

  • Adaptability
  • Conflict management
  • How to dress
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Managing stress
  • Personal hygiene
  • Communication (verbal and written)
  • Customer service
  • Professional conduct
  • Self confidence
  • Varied soft skills training

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236 Auburn Avenue NE, Suite 203, Atlanta, GA 30303

404-577-3395

matt@firststepstaffing.com

https://firststepstaffing.com/

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  • Nonprofit organization
  • Workforce development provider
  • Started in 2006
  • Located within Atlanta BeltLine

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