EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT EDUCATION A college education can be a powerful tool when it comes to supporting yourself, but getting there can seem very challenging. Here’s a basic outline of what you’ll need if a college education is part of your plans. • Graduation from high school and receipt of a high school diploma are admission requirements at many colleges, including those in the California State University system. It is always best to stay in high school to receive your high school diploma, but sometimes it is not possible to do so. There are options available for completing the equivalent to a high school diploma: Passing the California High School Proficiency Examination is the legal equivalent of o earning a high school diploma. The General Education Development program (GED) is another examination o program that, upon successful completion, offers the equivalent of a high school diploma. Remember that completing either the California High School Proficiency o Examination or the GED does not eliminate the high school course requirements or the grades and test requirements. • Getting copies of your GED Records: If you already took the GED, you may request copies of your records by contacting the GED Testing Service: Contact: gedtestingservice.com Preparing to pay for college: Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). One of the tools you can use to estimate your eligibility for federal student financial assistance is the Financial Aid Estimator Tool – FAFSA4caster – which is available online at: www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov You may have heard that if you have been convicted of a felony, you are not eligible to receive financial aid. This is not necessarily true. A student convicted of possession or sale of illegal drugs may have eligibility suspended if the offense occurred while the student was receiving federal student aid (grants, loans, or work-study). When you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), you will be asked whether you had a drug conviction for an offense that occurred while you were receiving federal student aid. If the answer is yes, you will be provided a special worksheet to help you determine whether your conviction affects your eligibility for federal student aid. You may preview the worksheet in the FAFSA Information section at www.studentaid.ed.gov/pubs. If you have been convicted of a forcible or nonforcible sexual offense, and you are subject to an involuntary civil commitment upon completion of a period of incarceration for that offense, you are ineligible to receive a Federal Pell Grant. 116 CITY COLLEGE OF SAN FRANCISCO DISABLED STUDENTS PROGRAMS & SERVICES (DSPS) The overall mission of DSPS is to provide exemplary instruction, support services and access to students with disabilities. DSPS will support students with disabilities in educationally related activities consistent with the mission and vision of CCSF and in compliance with federal and state laws to "level the playing field" for students with disabilities through ensuring equal access to programs and facilities and to provide reasonable accommodations for documented disabilities. www.ccsf.edu/dsps To Get Connected Things To Know Phone: (415) 452-5481 Eligible Population: Individuals with a TDD: (415) 452-5451 disability that causes a limitation in an Locations: educational setting. John Adams Campus Faith Based: No 1860 Hayes Street San Francisco, CA 94117 Ocean Campus 50 Phelan Ave San Francisco, CA 94112 Notes: Students can make an appointment to see a DSPS counselor at the Mission, Downtown, Chinatown, and Southeast campuses by calling (415) 452-5481. Direct Services: Access to Internet; Mental Health Treatment; Medical Care; Disability Management Counseling; Group Counseling/Therapy, Test-Taking Anxiety Workshops; Basic/Remedial Education; College & Graduate Education; Creative or Performing Arts Programs; English as a Second Language; GED & High School Education; Vocational Education; Employment Training; Employment Placement. Referrals to other resources available as needed. 117 CITY COLLEGE OF SAN FRANCISCO GUARDIAN SCHOLARS PROGRAM Our mission is to make the dream of attending college a reality for former foster youth or out of home placement youth in the juvenile justice system. www.ccsf.edu/en/student-services/student-counseling/guardians-scholars-program.html Things To Know To Get Connected Languages Spoken: English,Spanish. Contact Person: Receptionist Additional language translation possible. Phone: (415) 239-3279 What to Bring: Verification of foster youth or Hours: Monday –Thursday, 8:00am to out of home placement status for at least one 5:00pm; Closed Friday. year when minor. Program will assist client in Location: getting documentation. Guardian Scholars Program Eligible Population: All individuals 18-25 who 50 Phelan Avenue have experienced foster care. Multi-Use Building Faith Based: No. Room MU298 San Francisco CA, 94112 Notes: Confirmation of foster youth or out-of- home placement status is required. Foster Youth Status (Referral from County Human Services agency); Out of Home Placement Status (Referral from County Juvenile Justice agency or State Social Services Agency). Drop- in services provided; appointments made on request. Direct Services: Rental Move-in Assistance; Transitional Housing Referrals; Access to Internet; Clothing; Food/Prepared Meals; Hygiene/Personal Care Items; Shower Facilities; Storage Facilities; Transit Vouchers; Mental Health Treatment Referrals; Medical Care Referrals; Intensive Case Management; Mentorship; Basic/Remedial Education; Employment Training; Job Readiness/Life Skills; Money Management/Personal Financial Education; Legal Rights Workshops on Housing, Education, Employment; Summer College Readiness Program. Referrals to other resources available as needed. 118 CITY COLLEGE OF SAN FRANCISCO SECOND CHANCE PROGRAM The Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) Second Chance program at City College of San Francisco (CCSF) serves students who are formerly incarcerated, offering them education as an alternative to incarceration. Through understanding and addressing the unique needs of this student population, the Second Chance program provides comprehensive academic support services with the goal of increasing their probability for academic success, while simultaneously reducing the likelihood of recidivism. www.ccsf.edu To Get Connected Things To Know Contact Person: Charles E. Moore, Outreach Languages Spoken: English. Recruiter/Community Liaison What to Bring: State-Issued ID; Social Security Email: [email protected] Card; Proof of SF Residency. Accessibility: Phone: (415) 239-3075 Fax: (415) 239-3514 Wheelchair accessible. Other disabilities are Location: City College of San Francisco – accommodated. EOPS, 50 Phelan Avenue, San Francisco, CA Client fees, if any: None 94112 Eligible Population: Individuals, ages 18 and Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am to 2:00pm. older. Must be highly motivated and have a Notes: No referral needed. Drop-ins allowed, strong desire to be in college and to but appointments are highly recommended. participate in higher education. Good to be Applicants on probation or parole need to clean and sober or actively participating in 12- provide verification of their status from their step or other recovery program, if applicable. probation/parole officer. Faith Based: No Direct Services: Assist w/Matriculation & Application; Peer Counseling; Tutors; Book Vouchers; Academic Advising; Educational Planning; Vocational Education; Associate Degree; Transfer Programs. IN THE SPOTLIGHT: RAY BURSEY Ray Bursey was born in Los Angeles and raised in San Francisco. Battling a life-long addiction to drugs, he spent 30 years of his life in and out of jail and prison. In 2010, upon release from state prison, Ray entered a residential treatment program at HealthRIGHT 360 in San Francisco. After completing treatment, Ray pursued his goals and graduated from the Area Truck Driving Academy in Santa Clara where he received his Commercial Class A license. Ray is currently employed at HealthRIGHT360 where he is the head of transportation. 119 CITY COLLEGE OF SAN FRANCISCO WAY PASS WOMEN’S AFTERCARE PROGRAM The Women’s Aftercare Program and Services is a collaborative project with City College of San Francisco, under the auspices of the Health Science Department and the Women’s Studies Department. We are designed to address the unique needs of self-identified women who are formerly incarcerated. We serve women coming home from prisons, jails, and drug programs. It is our belief that education is the best alternative to incarceration and it is our desire to assist our sisters in their academic endeavors. To Get Connected Things To Know Contact Person: Phoebe Vanderhorst Languages Spoken: English. Phone: (415) 452-4889 What to Bring: Positive attitude Email: [email protected] Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible; other Hours: Monday – Thursday, 12:00pm to disabilities will be accommodated. 5:00pm when school is in session or by Client fees, if any: Free to any current City appointment. College student. Location: City College of San Francisco – Way Eligible Population: Formerly incarcerated Pass, 50 Phelan Avenue, Multi-Use Building women. MUB 301-C, San Francisco, CA 94112 Faith Based: No. Notes: No referral needed. Direct Services: Case Management; Help with Registration Forms; Informal Counseling and Support; Class Planning and Management; Support Groups and Workshops. Referrals to other resources available as needed. 120 FIVE KEYS CHARTER SCHOOL Five Keys Charter School provides basic adult educational options for obtaining a High School Diploma or High School Equivalency. Our goal is to increase educational levels for successful re- entry, finding employment and reintegrating into the community. Class times and schedules are flexible, offering students classroom based instruction, independent study and online learning. Five Keys partners with respected CBOs that provide wrap around support services that our students need to meet their educational and career goals. We have over 20 community locations throughout San Francisco where a teacher is integrated into the program model so education, treatment or work readiness is integrated into education. www.fivekeyscharter.org To Get Connected Things To Know Contact Person: Administrative Office Languages Spoken: English, Spanish, Chinese. Phone: (415) 734-3310 Fax: (415) 734-3314 Accessibility: 70 Oak Grove is not wheelchair Address: 70 Oak Grove, San Francisco, CA accessible. 94107 Client fees, if any: None. Notes: Free education. GED test is paid for by Eligible Population: All individuals 18 and Five Keys. No referral needed. Drop-ins older, 16 and above at 1601 Lane St location. welcome at 70 Oak Grove and 1800 Oakdale. Faith Based: No. Locations: Goodwill Industries: Comprehensive Access Point (CAP), 1500 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, (415) 730-3218 Arriba Juntos: 1850 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, (415) 730-3218 Asian Neighborhood Design: 1245 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, (415) 730-3218 Bayview YMCA: 1601 Lane Street, San Francisco, CA , 94124 (415) 730-3218 CASC: 564 6th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, (415) 489-7320 CCSF Southeast Campus: 1800 Oakdale Street, San Francisco, CA 94124, (415) 821-2400 Ella Hill Hutch Community Center: 1050 McAllister Street, San Francisco, CA, 94115 (415) 730-3218 FACES SF: Visitation Valley Neighborhood Access Point, 1099 Sunnydale Ave, 2nd Floor, San Francisco, CA, 94134, (415)308-1689 HSA/MEDA: 3120 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA, 94114,(415) 730-3218 Mission Economic Development Agency: 2301 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA (415) 730-3218 SFAPD Learning Center: 850 Bryant Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, (415) 553-1924 Thomas Paine Square Community Center: 1086 Golden Gate Avenue, #G, San Francisco, CA, 94115, (415) 929-1104 TURF/Sunnydale Housing: 1652 Sunnydale Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94134 (415) 730-3218 Visitation Valley Strong Family: (ESL only) 50 Raymond Street, San Francisco, CA 94134, (415) 730- 3218 WANAP Success Center: 1449 Webster Street, San Francisco, CA, 94115, (415) 730-3218 Women’s Resource Center: 930 Bryant St., San Francisco, CA, 94103, (415) 734-3150 Direct Services: Basic/Remedial Education; English as a Second Language; GED & High School Education; Reading/Literacy; Vocations Education, Independent Study, Intensive Case Management and Re-Entry Support Groups. 121 SAN FRANCISCO CONSERVATION CORPS The San Francisco Conservation Corps (SFCC) is a non-profit job and academic training organization serving young people ages 18-26. www.sfcc.org To Get Connected Things To Know Contact Person: Jeff Bostic, Recruitment Languages Spoken: English. Manager What to Bring: Will assist individuals get the Phone: (415) 928-7417 x310 Fax: (415) 771- required documents for orientation. 4299 Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible. Email: [email protected] Client fees, if any: No fees. Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm Eligible Population: All individuals and family Location: 102 Fort Mason, San Francisco, CA members, ages 18-26. 94123 Faith Based: No. Notes: Weekly info/interview session every Tuesday at 2:30pm. Direct Services: Employment Placement; Assistance/Guidance Regarding Benefits (SSI, GA, TANF, etc.); Counseling; Employment Retention; Employment Training; High School Diploma; Help/Vouchers to Get State ID; Life Skills; Literacy/Basic Education; Mentoring; Transit Vouchers. Referrals to other resources available as needed. SAN FRANCISCO PUBLIC LIBRARY PROJECT READ Our mission is to provide free instruction for English-speaking adults (18 or older) who want to improve their basic reading and writing skills, thereby enabling access to great opportunities in their lives. www.projectreadsf.org www.sfpl.org To Get Connected Things To Know Phone: (415) 557-4388 Fax: (415) 557-4375 Languages Spoken: English. Email: [email protected] Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible. Other Hours: Monday: 10am-6pm; Tuesday - disabilities are accommodated. Thursday 9am-8pm; Friday: 12pm to 6pm; Client fees, if any: No fees. Saturday 10am-6pm Eligible Population: Stable housing, working Location: Project Read -- Main Library 5th phone, 90 days clean and sober, over 18 years Floor, 100 Larkin St. SF, CA 94102 of age. Notes: No referral needed. Drop-ins for Faith Based: No. interview allowed. Further appointments will be scheduled. Direct Services: Access to Internet; Mentorship; Outreach; Basic/Remedial Education; GED & High School Education; Reading/Literacy; Money Management/Personal Financial Education; Voting Outreach & Education; Parenting Support/Education. Referrals to other resources available as needed. 122 SAN FRANCISCO STATE UNIVERSITY (ASI) PROJECT REBOUND Project Rebound sees education as an alternative to mass incarceration. We seek to increase opportunities to become productive and responsible citizens, decrease the risk of recidivism, motivate incarcerated individuals to strive to change their lives, and interrupt the path of youth headed toward incarceration. http://asi.sfsu.edu/asi/programs/proj_rebound/about.html To Get Connected Things To Know Contact Persons: Jason Bell Languages Spoken: English. Translators may Phone: (415) 405-0954 Fax: (415) 338-0522 be available for other languages. Email: [email protected] What to Bring: State-Issued ID; Social Security Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm Card; Proof of SF Residency. Location: 1650 Holloway Avenue, Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible. Other CCSC T-138, San Francisco State University, disabilities are accommodated. San Francisco, CA 94132 Client fees, if any: No fees. Eligible Population: All individuals, 18 and Notes: No referral needed. Drop-ins allowed, older. A high school diploma or GED is but appointments are recommended. required. Some services may not be available to registered sex offenders. May not have prior convictions on SFSU grounds. Faith Based: No. Direct Services: Books/Class Materials; Access to Internet; Food Vouchers; Transit Vouchers; Mental Health Treatment; Anger Management; Mentorship; Outreach; Post-Incarceration Support; College & Graduate Education. Referrals to other resources available as needed. IN THE SPOTLIGHT: JASON BELL In May 2005, Jason earned a BA degree in Sociology with an emphasis in Crime, Law and Punishment . Jason then went on to further his education receiving a Master’s Degree in Counseling from San Francisco State University (SFSU) in 2011. Jason is currently the full-time Director of Project Rebound, which matriculates individuals into San Francisco State University directly from the criminal/legal system. In addition to Project Rebound, Jason’s is also an adjunct professor in Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Counseling at SFSU. 123 >;"CHD;>AB! <8G=!LI8AL>!H=FGA8AL>!68A!<=8ALG6LH!!!DNGOEPNDC@>BEM1?C6'GEO?(P! 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The ordinance covers job applicants and employees who would be or are performing work in whole, or in substantial part, in San Francisco and applies to employers who have 20 or more employees (regardless of the employees’ locations). Certain matters are off-limits. An employer may never ask about, require disclosure of, or consider: an arrest not leading to a conviction (other than an unresolved arrest that is still undergoing criminal investigation or trial); participation in a diversion or deferral of judgment program; a conviction that has been expunged or made inoperative; any determination in the juvenile justice system; a conviction more than 7 years old; and a criminal offense other than a felony/misdemeanor. Matters that are off-limits cannot be used by the employer for any reason at any stage of the hiring process. An employer cannot ask about an individual’s conviction history or unresolved arrests at the start of the hiring process. This includes through a job application form, informal conversation, or otherwise. A mandatory interactive process for matters not off-limits. Only after a live interview has been conducted, or a conditional offer of employment made, is the employer allowed to ask about an individual’s conviction history (except as to matters that are off-limits) and unresolved arrests. Only those convictions and unresolved arrests that directly relate to the individual’s ability to do the job may be considered in making an employment decision. Before the employer may take an adverse action such as failing/refusing to hire, discharging, or not promoting an individual based on a conviction history or unresolved arrest, the employer must give the individual an opportunity to present evidence that the information is inaccurate, the individual has been rehabilitated, or other mitigating factors. The individual has seven days to respond, at which point the employer must delay any adverse action for a reasonable time and reconsider the adverse action. The employer must notify the individual of any final adverse action. Evidence of rehabilitation include satisfying parole/probation; receiving education/training; participating in alcohol/drug treatment programs; letters of recommendation; and age at which the individual was convicted. Mitigating factors include coercion, physical or emotional abuse, and untreated substance abuse/mental illness, that contributed to the conviction. Preemption. Where federal or state law imposes a criminal history requirement that conflicts with a requirement of the Fair Chance Ordinance, the federal or state law will apply. No Retaliation. An employer may not take an adverse action against an applicant or employee for exercising their rights under the ordinance or cooperating with the Office of Labor Standards Enforcement OLSE. If you need more information, or wish to report an employer that you believe has violated this ordinance, please contact the OLSE at 415-554-5192 or email [email protected]. 9/14 OFFICE OF LABOR STANDARDS ENFORCEMENT City Hall, Room 430 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place San Francisco CA 94102-4685 Tel. (415) 554-6235 Fax (415) 554-4791 124 ACCESS POINTS Access Point System Access Points are intended to provide a robust network of workforce services for San Francisco residents. Services include career planning, job search assistance, and retention services in order to enhance the skills and aptitudes of San Francisco’s workforce and to assist job seekers with finding employment as quickly as possible. Access Points provide job search assistance, career planning and exploration, job preparation workshops, training opportunities, access to resource rooms with computers, fax, and copy machines, unemployment information, and the availability of supportive services including childcare and transportation. Through the Access Points, all residents have access to current job listings, vocational assessments, job placement services and career counseling services, and can learn whether they are eligible for specific employment related programs, benefits, and services throughout the city. Website: www.workforcedevelopmentsf.org Access Points and Affiliate Site Hours, Locations, and Phone Numbers Comprehensive Access Point: Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm 1500 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103; (415) 575-4570 Bayview Neighborhood Access Point: Monday-Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm, extended hours on Tuesdays until 8:00pm 1715 Yosemite Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94124; (415)822-3491 Chinatown Neighborhood Access Point: Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm 601 Jackson Street, San Francisco, CA 94133; (415) 677-7500 Mission Neighborhood Access Point: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm 2301 Mission Street, Ste 301, San Francisco, CA 94110; (415) 282-3334 Western Addition Neighborhood Access Point: Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm 1449 Webster Street, San Francisco, CA 94115; (415) 549-7000 Visitacion Valley Neighborhood Access Point: Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm 1099 Sunnydale Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94134; (415) 239-8705 Affiliate Sites Civic Center EDD Career Center*: Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm 801 Turk Street, San Francisco, CA 94102; (415) 749-7503 *Must present Right to Work Documents Mission Center HSA Career Link Center: Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm 3120 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94110; (415) 401-4800 125