Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center's Employment

and Training Program

Our purpose is to reduce unemplyoment among american Indians, traditionally the least serviced and poorest group in the United States. toward this goal, th Council of Three rivers american Indian Center has operated an employment and training program since 1976. the current program is funded through the U. S. Department of Labor.

Who is Eligible?

You are if you have been unemployed at least seven days, are employed less that full time, or are a member of a low income family. You must also be either an American indian, Alaskan Native or a Native Hawaiian.

Services Available

1. Manpower Training Services-- program intake and training/ Employment assessment, counseling and orientation to optional program services.

2. Classroom Training-- attend training classes providing the technical skills required for specific vocations. Training through colleges and vocational schools. We do not sponsor four year college programs.

3. On The Job Training-- working on the job in order to learn a specific occupation.

4. Job Placement-- direct job referrals for participants who have employment skills and good work records.

5. Counseling-- dealing with all employment related problems, as well as counseling in the areas of job search, resume writing and job interviewing.

120 Charles Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Telephone (412) 782-4457

WIA Program Director Ms. Sonya French-Begay

E-mail sbegay@cotraic.org

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Updated July 16, 2008