Papa’s Pantry The Masters Training Center
MISSION
Papa’s Pantry seeks to help individuals and families re-establish stability and self-reliance by offering a variety of programs including immediate food assistance, employment strategies, and life skills through hands-on support and ongoing training.
POPULATIONS SERVED
Adult Population
- Dislocated Workers
- Homeless
- 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
- Public housing residents
- Returning citizens (previously incarcerated)
- Unemployed individuals
- Welfare recipients required to enter the workforce
Youth Population
- Basic skills deficient
- Below grade level
- Pregnant or parenting
- School dropout
Languages Supported
- English
Geography
- Cobb County
- Cherokee County
SERVICES PROVIDED
Job Search & Placement
- Resume development
- Job search coaching
- Varied job search and placement services
Post-employment Services
- Career counseling
- Career development services
- Financial planning education
- Mentoring
- Varied post-employment services
Supportive Services
- Case management
- Varied supportive services
- Adult literacy and basic education
Soft Skills Training
- How to dress
- Interpersonal skills
- Planning / organizational skills
- Self confidence
- Time management
- Diet and nutrition
- Varied soft skills training