Since 1993, the OCCC has provided paid job training programs to more than 8,000 Corpsmembers that instill a strong work ethic, while providing the necessary experience and job skills to ensure that they will become successful candidates in the workforce. Specialized training and certification programs include chainsaw and forklift operation, OSHA 10 certification, security guard certification, food handler’s certification, National Retail Federation certification as well as CPR and First Aid.
The young men and women accepted into the OCCC have encountered many obstacles most of their lives, preventing them from achieving success. Our program helps them overcome these barriers and provides them the following opportunities:
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On-the-job training
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Earning a paycheck while completing the program
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Preset incentives for a variety of accomplishments, including perfect attendance and forklift certification
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An education program to earn their high school diploma, including tutoring
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Scholarships that can be applied to post-secondary education such as college or vocational school
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Attending a variety of on-site workshops in career development and planning such as financial literacy, dress for success, conflict resolution, family planning and career exploration with various OC employers
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Transportation assistance including gas cards and bus passes
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Referrals to other agencies that can assist with childcare, healthcare, housing, legal and family counseling needs
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Transition services through our Corps-2-Career program, including job search assistance, developing interview skills, writing a resume, computer literacy and dress for success
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Corpsmembers also learn to give back to their community by volunteering with charitable organizations throughout Orange County, such as food banks and Toys for Tots. Volunteering empowers Corpsmembers to help others and also positively affects our community.
