Project Pride Brochure

EMPLOYMENT and EDUCATION PROGRAMS

CCHSC MISSION To serve economically disadvantaged residents of Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester Counties by increasing selfsufficiency and developing strategies to promote economic independence through partnerships.

CHARLESTON COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION

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843-724-6760 ext. 230 or ext. 212 1069 King Street, Charleston SC 29403 www.cchscom.com

Charleston County Human Services Commission 1069 King Street, Charleston SC 29403 P.O. Box 20968, Charleston SC 29413

Contact us for more information or to see if you qualify for services:

Charleston County Human Services Commission

Project Pride

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EMPLOYMENT and EDUCATION PROGRAMS Project Pride Mission To increase self sufficiency and develop strategies to ensure a better quality of life. We offer supportive services to people who are currently working or in training that will lead to an increase in family income.

What is Project Pride?

Project Pride is a program for income-eligible residents of Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties who have barriers that jeopardize or hinder employment. This program provides resources to assist program participants to be successful in seeking employment, maintaining their jobs and identifying careers. Providing participants with more opportunities to increase their education and employment marketability will result in their families becoming more economically secure.

Steps To Follow: Call 843-724-6760 ext. 230 or ext.

212 to determine eligibility and register for Orientation.

Following Orientation, Project Pride will assess your individual needs and address them accordingly.

Services by APPOINTMENT ONLY!

Services Offered to Project Pride Clients Moving Toward Their Goals:  

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Childcare (including before and after school care) for working parents Work Support (uniforms, tools, and supplies including employment physical) for working clients Transportation (CARTA bus tickets) Tuition Assistance (GED training, training to advance marketing skills for employment, college, certification and license exams, and textbooks)

Requirements for Project Pride program Participation: * You must live in Berkeley, Charleston, or Dorchester County * You must attend an Orientation * You must meet Federal Income Guidelines * You must attend a Money Management Assessment

OJT (On-the-Job Training)

What to Bring to Your Appointment:

Program participants are eligible if they…

* Proof of income for all members of the household over age 18

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Lack Work Experience Are entering a new career Have been out of the Workforce for 18 months or longer

These programs have limited space and funds available.

Project Pride will assist those clients that qualify for the program with obtaining their GED and Work Keys certification through training with Adult Education.

Participation in some training programs will require a SLED background check before funds are released.

* Proof of household size (social security cards, etc.) * Photo ID and Social Security card of applicant (no photocopies) * Other documents as required