RECRUIT!  RECRUIT!!  RECRUIT!!!  RECRUIT! RECRUIT!!  

Laborers Training - Everything You Always Wanted to Know But Were Afraid to Ask 

Workforce Development, Inc. and the Laborers Union are offering a four week training starting Monday, May 7 and ending Friday, June 1.  The goal of the training is to give people an awareness of, and access to, a trade they might not otherwise be aware exists.  We have met with contractors and asked them what should be included in the training so that a graduate would be someone they would want to hire.  We heard “Essential Skills” (soft skills), an OSHA 30 certification, a flagger’s card, and an introduction to the tools and terminology of the trade just to name a few of the topics.  And yes, those topics, and much, much more are all included in this four week training. 

Classes run Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm to reflect a regular day-in-the-life of a Laborer

Some examples of skilled Laborers’ work include:

• Concrete placement
• Concrete plant
• Demolition
• Environmental
• Hazard material handling
• General construction work
• Landscape
• Mason tending
• Pipe laying
• Energy work
• Sewer and water
• Specialty construction
• Road and bridge building

 Skilled Laborers are employed by Signatory Union Contractors in the following major work sectors:

• Building sector
• Environmental remediation
• Energy sector
• Highway and heavy
• Industrial sector
• Specialty opportunities

If you have interested candidates, or would like more information please call Susan Boehm at 507.512.0494.  Time is of the essence as classes begin May 7.  Thank you for your support of this program. 

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New certificate program: Corrections Professional Certificate Program

New for fall 2018, Metropolitan State University will begin offering the Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), Corrections Professional Certificate. This program is comprised of existing courses and courses that are currently going through the curriculum approval process, which have received approval for fall.

Current students pursuing corrections can enroll in this program as electives, and they will be eligible for financial aid like all other classes. This program is also open to non-degree-seeking students, for whom this program would not be eligible for financial aid.

These courses will be held at Midway Campus. The application window is currently open, and the deadline to apply is May 1 (the end of spring semester).

Click here for detailed information about this new program.

Education Resource Fair

Federal Correctional Institution, Waseca

FCI Waseca is pleased to announce the Education Resource Fair for offenders preparing for release. 

We would like to cordially invite your organization to our Resource Fair contact me by April 30, 2018 for background check to be conducted.     

When:  May 17, 2018
Time: 12:30 until 3:30 pm
(please arrive between 12:00 pm and 12:15pm to in-process)
Where: Federal Correctional Institution
             1000 University Drive SW, Waseca, M
Contact: pring@bop.gov

*FMC Rochester will be hosting their Reentry Resource Fair from 8:30-11:00 am.

2018 Resource Fair 

The annual Mid-Minnesota Transition Coalition Resource Fair was created to provide those who are struggling to transition back into society with the opportunity to connect with community resource providers. This two-hour event is designed to bridge resource providers with community members actively seeking a better path in life.

We are seeking resource providers in the following areas:

• Employers/Felony Friendly Employers
• Housing/Felony Friendly Housing
• Education Resources
• Aftercare Resources
• Community Support Services

We ask that vendors would be willing to commit an hour and a half of their time to meeting with potential applicants/clients to discuss opportunities and services during the event. If you are interested in representing your organization at the event please RSVP to Dreamcenterpath@aol.com by Wednesday May 9th, 2018. Please visit https://midmntc.wordpress.com/ for the latest updates.

When:   Thursday, May 17th, 2018
                10:30am - 12:00pm
                (Vendor set-up will begin at 10:00am)
Where:    St. Cloud Great River Regional Library
                  Mississippi Community Room #106

For questions or concerns please contact OIF/Dream Center, Courtney Shain, 529 16th Ave. N, St. Cloud, MN 56303, (P) 320-656-1550, (F) 320-253-9735

The Impact Pornography has on Children, Youth, and Adults

June 1, 2018

The access and exposure people have to today’s internet
pornography has created a major change in sexual
development. Join expert Cordelia Anderson, MA as she
provides you with the knowledge and resources to help
combat a hyper-sexualized toxic culture. Anderson will
provide information on how the pornography industry works,
intersections with mainstream media, child abuse images,
physical and mental health effects from exposure to
pornography, and the impact on the nervous system. This
training provides references and resources to help with
prevention, intervention and healing.

Learning Objectives

• Learn the impact pornography has on children, youth and adults
• Discover how ease and access to pornography has increased fetishes and violent content
• Learn national and international efforts underway to counter theharms of hyper-sexualized media
• Identify at least 3 resources to help with your clients
• Identify at least 3 varied approaches to countering sexualhealth harm
• Discover tools such as “Sexual Behavior Continuum” as a way to promote sexual health

Meet the Speaker

Cordelia Anderson, MA, has been working to promote sexual health
and prevent sexual harm since 1976. Her early work included
counseling prostituted women, adult survivors of sexual abuse and
men who committed sex offenses. Since 1992 she’s operated her
own training and consultation business based in Minneapolis. She’s
conducted over 2,500 presentations, consulted with a wide range
of agencies nationwide and authored a 2011 booklet “Impact of
Pornography on Children, Youth, and Culture” and a 2014 play
“Fired Up.”

Continuing Education Credits
6.5 contact hours will be earned
Approved by the following boards:
MN Board of Behavioral Health: LADC: 2018.CE.ADC.019 LPC/LPCC: 2018.CE.076
MN Board of MFT: Pending
MN Board of Social Work: CEP-622
MN Board of Psychology: 201803.187

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this seminar, please contact Sue Vanek at SVanek@NystromCounseling.com or at 218-202-1016

Registration Is Open!

Join us June 6-8 for the 2018 MAVA Conference, "Volunteer Engagment Leadership: Next Steps and Beyond!"

Registration is required by June 5, 2018, payment in advance only and Scholarships are available.

View the conference schedule and register on our website. Come and explore what the future holds!

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Also...

Mark your calendars for the 3rd Friday of each month for the Free MCA workshops:

May 18, June 15, July 20, Aug. 17, Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 16, Dec. 21

Monthly workshops are free and for MCA members only.  New Memberships will require activation after payment is received for you to be able to register for the event.  If you try to register before your membership is active, you will receive an error notice.  Activation may take up to 48 hours.   

Date: Friday, May 18, 2018

Presenter: Diana Barnes, Psy.D.
Time: 8:30am-4:00pm 
Cost: $89.00 (6.0 CEUs)  
Location: Parkview Meeting & Event Center in the Mall of America (Bloomington, MN)
View the course description PDF.

Description: Current research supports a trauma-informed approach to understanding the origins of mental illness. Even in the courtroom, an individual’s history of trauma often serves as a mitigating factor in sentencing. Our early experiences set up expectations and response patterns for other situations and circumstances across the lifespan. Numerous studies indicate that for women with histories of complex childhood trauma, there is an elevated risk for mental illness, including psychosis around the child-bearing years. Although postpartum psychosis is rare, the potential for infanticide exists in women who are not treated. This training provides an overview of postpartum psychosis including prevalence, risk factors, symptoms and outcomes looking at maternal mental health within the context of the criminal justice system... Read more.

     REGISTER NOW!

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MACPO, MACCAC, MCA proudly present...      

Probation Officer Survival: Navigating the  Challenges of the Job

MACPO, MACCAC, and MCA would like to invite you to a training, specifically meant for those who work as a Probation Officer. This training will explore the impact that being a Probation Office may have on you along with providing tips to help Officers deal with the stressors of this career.     

Probation Officer Survival Training (click here for the flyer information)
May 10, 2018
Rochester
Olmsted County Government Center

Registration is free for this training, however space is limited.
For any questions and registration, please contact: 
Neal Huemoeller, Wright County Court Services
Email: neal.huemoeller@co.wright.mn.us
Phone: (612) 309-7536 

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Workforce Development Specialist 2

Working Title: Job Developer Employment Specialist

Job Summary

This position exists to provide specialized anti-recidivism employment-related services to targeted, program-affiliated individuals who will be or have been released from Minnesota Correctional Facilities. The incumbent will provide services at the North Minneapolis WorkForce Center Community Reentry Hub and shall provide intensified job development and placement services to adult male release violators who are being released from prison and individuals who are restructured post-release in the community. The incumbent will provide post-release services to individuals including individual assistance, access and referrals to WorkForce Center services, referrals to community based organizations, group mentoring, case management, placement services, employment retention and follow-up assistance. The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating re-entry activities with DOC staff, WorkForce Center partners, education agencies and community-based organizations to assist ex-offenders obtain and retain employment

Click below for more information and enter Job ID Number 23019.

Work at MDVA

 The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is looking for individuals across the state interested in joining a team that is committed to helping serve Minnesota Veterans and their families. Whether you are a Veteran, family member, or an individual who wants to show your support for our nation’s heroes, we are confident you will find a career path that is diverse, team-oriented and focused on making a real difference. Some of our current job openings:

Luverne

• Certified Nursing Assistant (closes April 30)

Minneapolis

• Licensed Practical Nurse  (closes April 30)
• Certified Nursing Assistant (closes April 30)

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Competitive SOT Grant

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs SOT competitive grant program was launched in February 2016. These grants are financed from sales of the Minnesota "Support Our Troops" License Plates. Minnesota organizations with programs designed to “support and improve the lives of Veterans and their families” now may apply for grants ranging from $1,000 to $100,000.

MDVA accepts applications for the SOT grant twice per year. Sign-up here to receive alerts for upcoming grant cycles!

• The current grant cycle is now open for applications through April 23.
  
• Previous SOT Grant recipients 

2018 MDVA Women Veterans Conference, May 26

MDVA is honored to host retired US Army Brigadier General Pat Foote as the keynote speaker for this year's Women Veterans Conference. There will also offer a variety of informative breakout sessions including VA Healthcare/VA Benefits, yoga and holistic therapy. Breakfast and Lunch will also be available for free.

One of the projects featured is the 'I'm Not Invisible" campaign, an awareness campaign designed to honor Women Veterans and educate the public about some of the unique challenges Women Veterans face when they come back from their service. Now they are ready to unveil the campaign to the public, with a portrait exhibit featuring 33 of Minnesota’s Women Veterans and a multimedia PSA campaign.

More Information and Registration >>

Call for Dual-Training Grant Applicants

The Minnesota Legislature established the PIPELINE Project in 2014 at the Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) to expand dual-training and apprenticeship programs in Minnesota. In 2017, the project transitioned into a sustainable program. DLI works with Minnesota business leaders to identify occupations and competencies among PIPELINE Program industries.

In 2015, the Minnesota Legislature created the Dual Training Grant program with the intent to help employers and partnering training providers deliver a dual-training program for employees lacking industry-developed occupational competency standards. The Office of Higher Education (OHE) administers these grants, in collaboration with the Department of Labor and Industry (DLI).

6th Request for Application

6th Request for Application is now open.

Online Application (DUE May 21st)

All prior grantees and new applicants are welcome to apply with new and returning student/employee populations.

This application MUST be completed in entirety prior to submission. Partial applications cannot be saved and returned to at a later date. 

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Available Funding: Homework Starts with Home

Minnesota Housing and the Heading Home Minnesota Funders Collaborative, in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Education, the Minnesota Department of Human Services, and the Minnesota Interagency Council on Homelessness are pleased to announce the anticipated availability of funds for the Homework Starts with Home program. This initiative will support collaborative efforts between schools, housing organizations, and local governments to identify, engage, and stabilize students experiencing homelessness and their families. Minnesota Housing will allocate up to $3.5 million in Housing Trust Fund resources and up to $400,000 in Family Homelessness Prevention and Assistance Program funds. An additional $250,000 will be made available by the Heading Home Minnesota Funders Collaborative. 

The Partners believe that schools and school districts; local, county and tribal governments; housing agencies; philanthropic and community-based organizations; faith-based organizations; associations and trade groups; the business sector; and other partners all have roles to play in ending student homelessness. This Request for Proposals (RFP) specifically requests collaborative responses from multiple organizations or entities operating within the same geographic area, each of which are named as collaborators on a single application. For more details about eligible applicants and collaborators, see the RFP application instructions.

Minnesota Housing anticipates selecting three to eight applicants for funding.

Applications are due by 4:30 p.m. on June 4, 2018.

An information session about the RFP and application process will be held on Friday, April 27, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at Minnesota Housing. The session will also be available over web and tele-conference. To register for this session and for details about participating remotely, please email hswh.mde@state.mn.us or call 651.582.8511 by Thursday, April 26, 2018.

For application materials and more information, visit our website.

Questions? Contact Diane Elias at 651.284.3176 or diane.elias@state.mn.us.

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Minnesota Decision Day is Friday, May 4, 2018 at the University of Minnesota in Ted Mann Concert Hall. This event is being hosting by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education, Get Ready, University of Minnesota and the Minnesota Reach Higher Team. As counselors, teachers, and administrators we play an important role for all students as they make life-changing decisions. There is none bigger than the decision to continue ones education after high school.

What is Minnesota Decision Day? 

Minnesota Decision Day (MDD) is an event associated with the Better Make Room campaign to celebrate seniors making their post- high school plans. This event is also an opportunity to encourage a postsecondary planning culture among all students. Focused on celebrating ALL students who are continuing their education after high school, Minnesota Decision Day event was inspired by a college athletics tradition, where high school athletes get national attention as they sign letters of intent to attend a particular institution. In a similar way, Minnesota Decision Day publicly commends seniors who commit to pursue a postsecondary pathway (college, trade school, military service). Seniors will have the chance to proclaim publicly their plans, promoting a postsecondary planning culture in our state.

What is the purpose of Minnesota Decision Day?

The purpose of Minnesota Decision Day is to get students excited about their postsecondary plans and introduce the postsecondary culture for younger students. By applauding students who are going to college, trade school or military, younger students will increase their own educational aspirations. Through partnerships with postsecondary education institutions and local organizations, this event can also help grow the relationship between local colleges, our school, and the students who will be attending those institutions.

When is Minnesota Decision Day?

Across the country, many schools are planning events on or around May 4th to celebrate high school seniors and their postsecondary decisions. We will be celebrating at on May 4th at Ted Mann Concert Hall on the University of Minnesota campus from 10:00am to 3:00pm.

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Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid Clinics 

Free legal consultations on civil matters

TUESDAYS: May 1, May 15, May 29, June 5 and June 19
Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Where: 800 West Broadway Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55411Room 218

Make an appointment by calling 612-299-7119 Press # 1 or email Mayra.Garcia-Rivera@mpls.k12.mn.us

Walk Ins are WELCOME!

Know Your DOC

Get resources and support from Peace of Hope, Inc. and find out how to get transportation to visit your loved ones!

Send an email expressing your interest to learn more:
contactpeaceofhope@gmail.com

Receive:

• A quick resource info sheet  
• Workshops with essential information helpful for families of someone incarcerated at a MN Department of Corrections Facility.
• Transportation provisions available to qualified family members of high risk offenders who want to visit loved ones in prison
• $9.99 JPay Video Credit Application for eligible visitors

This is a Peace of Hope, Inc.  and  MN DOC Community Reentry MNSIRR project supported by Grant No. 2014-CZ-BX-0023 awarded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance. 

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Northeast Regional Corrections Center (NERCC) is pleased to announce the Spring Transition Fair at NERCC. We invite you once again to consider being a part of this wonderful opportunity to help prepare those being released from NERCC.

During our Fall 2017 Transition Fair, we had 28 agencies and 110 NERCC residents participate in the Fair. The positive feedback we have received from residents has been overwhelmingly appreciative. At our Spring Transition Fair, your agency will be assigned a booth to display information and materials. In one afternoon, your agency will be able to touch the lives of 100+ individuals who are in need of support, encouragement, and connection to a community upon release from NERCC. Your involvement has been, and continues to be, a very crucial support for successful transition back into community.

NERCC is a minimum level security facility, located approximately 12 miles outside of the Duluth city limits. Currently, NERCC provides education, vocational training, cognitive reflection and self-change programming, chemical dependency treatment, sexual offender treatment, and mental health and physical health services to over 450 adult male residents per year. NERCC, which is governed by Arrowhead Regional Corrections, works with males from St. Louis, Cook, Carlton, Koochiching, and Lake Counties. 

On behalf of the Northeast Regional Corrections Center we wish to welcome you to our Spring Transition Fair on Thursday, May 3rd, 12:30 – 3:00 at NERCC. 

Please Click Here to RSVP no later than Wednesday, May 2nd, 2018.

For more info contact Traci Laughlin, NERCC Guidance Counselor, laughlint@stlouiscountymn.gov              

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