Career and Employment
AARP - SCSEP (covering Cooper County)
11679 W. Florissant Ave., St. Louis, MO 63033
314-830-3600
https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/scsep/
Working an average of 20 hours a week, older job seekers are paid the highest of federal, state or local minimum wage and are compensated by SCSEP directly. The job seekers are placed in a wide variety of community service activities at non-profit and public facilities like day care centers, senior centers, schools and hospitals. This on-the-job training experience can then be used as a bridge to find employment opportunities outside of the program.
Bethel-Purim Ministries
1640 Radio Hill Rd., Boonville, MO 65233
660-882-5202
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00
http://834744181487250900.weebly.com/
Services: food pantry, Hope Chest (office attire), Volunteer Agency Network, Job services,
restoration workshops and counseling, GED/scholastic support, family support classes on money
management.
Fee: None
Boonslick Industries
1620 West Ashley Rd., PO Box 239, Boonville, MO 65233
660-882-5576 Fax: 660- 882-3018
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00
Services: Extended Employment Center where certified employees are given the chance to take part in meaningful and paid work situations, while developing work related skills and knowledge of employment practices and policies. Boonslick Industries acts as a small business in order to provide job opportunities to individuals with disabilities, including opportunities for work in the BII Recycling Center, I-70 Rest Areas and Savvy Seconds, an upscale resale store.
Eligibility: Individuals with disabilities of Cooper and Howard Counties. Employment is contingent on certification through DESE.
Fee: None
Boonslick Technical Education Center
1694 West Ashley Rd., Boonville, MO 65233
660-882-5306
Online Adult Education Opportunities & Adult Farm Business Management Program
https://btec.bpsk12.net/adult_education
Services: A variety of online enrichment and career training courses through ed2go. Face-to-face farm business management training program and financial analysis within the production ag industry.
Eligibility: No pre-registration required. Sign up online for ed2go courses. Adult Farm Business Management Program enrollees must be 18 years of age or older.
Fee: Affordable and varying based on course chosen.
Central Missouri Community Action- Foster Grandparents Program for Cooper County
807 North Providence, Columbia MO 65203
573-443-8706 ext 1131
The Foster Grandparent Program provides an opportunity for men and women age 55 and older to interact with children through active involvement at locations such as non-profit daycare centers, Head Start, state-supported facilities, public and private schools and home settings. The "Grandparents" mentor/tutor youth with exceptional and special needs.
Eligibility: Men and women, 55 years of age and over. Retired, no longer in the work force. Capable to serve assigned children on a personal and regular basis. Physically able, as determined by a required physical examination, prior to the assignment. Willing to volunteer a minimum of 5 hours a week. Willing to accept supervision as needed. $3.15 an hour stipend and paid transportation costs provided.
Indeed Job Search for Cooper County
https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=&l=cooper+County%2C+MO
Felon-Friendly Employers
https://doc.mo.gov/programs/missouri-reentry-process/employers
Job Corps
800-733- JOBS (5627)
Seeks income-eligible young people ages 16-24 train for a successful career and advance their education. Fee: no cost.
Job Point (serving Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Cole, Cooper, Howard, Moniteau and Randolph Counties)
400 Wilkes Blvd., Columbia, MO 65201
573-474-8560
Hours: 8:00-4:30 Monday-Friday
Services: Career planning and readiness training; skills training in health related occupations (Certified Nursing Assistant), office technology, and construction trades (carpentry, highway/heavy, heating, ventilation and air conditioning); job placement and support; supported employment; YouthBuild program; development of affordable housing.
Jobs for Felons
http://jobsforfelonsonline.com/jobs-in-columbia-missouri/
MERS Goodwill Industries
601 Business Loop 70, Suite 214B, Columbia, MO 65203
573-355-8262
Services: Job readiness training, job search assistance, career exploration assessment, family development advocates, financial assistance for approved career and technical training programs, on the job training, supplies for job searching and job retention, clothes closet.
Eligibility: Families on TANF
Missouri Job Center
101 Park de Ville Dr. Ste. E., Columbia, MO 65203
573-441-6361
Hours: 8:00-5:00 (M-F)
Services: Job placement assistance, employer services, resume preparation, Unemployment
Insurance filing information, Missouri reentry process, Employment Services for Veterans
Fee: No charge
Eligibility: At least 14 years of age and legally able to work in the United States. Veterans should ask for the Veteran Representative
Missouri State Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
900 W. Nifong, Suite 210, Columbia, MO 65203-4467
573-441-6327; Toll Free: 1-877-222-8961; Fax: 573-884-5250
Send Contact Questions to: Louis Gatewood, District Supervisor
https://dese.mo.gov/adult-learning-rehabilitation-services/vocational-rehabilitation
Services: Vocational rehabilitation services, guidance, evaluation, job training and placement,
assistance with accommodations, other services as needed for a positive employment outcome
Fee: Free
Eligibility: Physical or mental impediment/disability which makes it difficult to obtain
employment
Missouri Women's Business Center
500 E Walnut St, Columbia, MO 65201, Columbia, MO 65201
573-818-2980
The Missouri Women’s Business Center is a catalyst for economic development in our community by providing resources, support, and networks for women seeking to start or grow their own businesses. Our offerings include classes, workshops, networking opportunities, individualized business counseling, and microlending. We serve eight counties: Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Cole, Cooper, Howard, Moniteau and Osage as a program of Central Missouri Community Action.
Skill Up Program for SNAP Recipients - CMCA Family Resource Center
345 W. Ashley Rd, Boonville, MO 65233
660-882-5601
https://cmca.us/get-help/skillup/
Food Stamp Program / Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program https://mydss.mo.gov/food-assistance/food-stamp-program
Offered in partnership with the MO Department of Social Services, Skill Up helps SNAP and TANF recipients obtain skills, training, education, and employer connections that lead to employment and on-the-job success.
Skill Up Program for TANF recipients - MERS Goodwill
101 N. 4th St., Columbia, MO 65201
573-607-9798
Food Stamp Program / Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program https://mydss.mo.gov/food-assistance/food-stamp-program
Offered in partnership with the MO Department of Social Services, Skill Up helps SNAP and TANF recipients obtain skills, training, education, and employer connections that lead to employment and on-the-job success.
Welcome Home Inc. (Veterans)
2120 Bus. Loop 70E, Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 443-8001 Resident's phone (573) 449-9041 Fax: (573) 449-5080
Hours: Office: 8:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. (M-F)- Hours vary depending on the director’s schedule
http://www.welcomehomelessveterans.org/
Services: Food, shelter, case management, Rapid Rehousing, VETS work employment services, transitional housing, crisis intervention and emergency assistance.
Eligibility: Any homeless veteran may apply
Fee: none