REENTRY AND RECOVERY TO WORK INITIATIVE

Employers throughout our communities struggle to find dedicated workers to fill a variety of roles in manufacturing, hospitality, trades, healthcare, and more. Many employers overlook workers who are in recovery from substance use disorder. We work with employers to break the stigma surrounding hiring individuals in recovery. People who are dedicated to their recovery are committed to building a new life for themselves. One of the most important ways to do that is by securing and maintaining a job that will cover their living expenses while giving them a sense of purpose and responsibility.

Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance helps employers identify themselves as a recovery-friendly workplace and provides support and information on how to become one. We connect employers with people in recovery and people who are incarcerated and seeking employment upon their release. Over the last year, 20 individuals in recovery participated in a variety of training programs including:

• IT Helpdesk Technician

• Tractor Trailer/Heavy Equipment

• REVIT Software is used by architects, structural engineers, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical engineers and contractors

• Barber License Renewal

• Health Science Specialty Program

• Human Services Bachelor's Degree

Contact us today to see how we can help you

For more information, visit Project Progress

For any questions related to our adult services, please contact us at workforce@wpworkforce.org

Criminal Record in your past? Erase it!

Workforce Alliance is excited to announce a new program to help our clients clean up their criminal records, so you can (finally!) qualify for better jobs, housing, loans, training and other opportunities.

Attorney Tobey Oxholm, the founder of the statewide Pardon Project www.PardonMePA.org, is now volunteering with us. He is an expert on the pardon process and can guide you through it.  The application is free and only 4 pages long, and for most applicants, it takes only about two hours, total, to do well. 

The best news is that almost 2 out of 3 people who apply actually end up with a pardon. Even better, if your crime(s) resulted from addiction and your clean date is 10 years or more ago, you have a 9 out of 10 chance of being pardoned!

Starting in January, Attorney Oxholm will be offering group clinics and one-hour private appointments. Spaces are limited. If you are interested, please REPLY and give us your full name, date of birth and cell phone number.  We will then get back to you with a date and time for your meeting.

PS: this offer is good for members of your family, too! 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Record Expungement: Do You Qualify?

Did You Know?

The Pennsylvania pardon process is free, open to everyone, and does NOT require a lawyer.

Thousands of Pennsylvanians apply for a pardon each year, and two out of every three applicants are successful!

A pardon can erase your record as if it never existed, offering you a second chance to rebuild your life.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • A pardon is an official forgiveness for a crime. It removes your criminal record, so you no longer have to disclose it on job applications, loan forms, or housing applications.

    • Employment Opportunities: Increase your chances of getting better jobs.

    • Education: Access more educational opportunities.

    • Licenses: Obtain professional licenses.

    • Loans: Qualify for personal and business loans.

    • Housing: Improve your housing options.

    • Community Impact: Enhance your ability to support your family and contribute to your community.

  • There are no strict rules, but successful applicants typically:

    • Accept responsibility and show remorse for their crimes.

    • Completed their sentence at least 5 years ago (10 years for crimes involving sex or significant violence).

    • Demonstrated they have turned their lives around.

    • Have a "clean date" at least 7 years ago if their crime was related to addiction.

    • Have engaged in activities that help others.

  • No, the process is free and does not require a lawyer.

  • Use this time to prepare yourself:

    • Work on personal development.

    • Engage in community service.

    • Stay out of trouble and maintain a clean record.

  • If you have any questions or need assistance, our team at Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance is here to support you. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you through the pardon process.

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