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interventions.They focus on developing trainees' social and emotional skills, including self- <br /> awareness, social awareness, self-management, and healthy relationship-building. This is <br /> accomplished through weekly one-on-one meetings, soft skills workshops, and regular <br /> assessments to identify and address barriers. <br /> Additionally, Hope Builders connects trainees to external mental health resources as needed, <br /> ensuring they have access to professional support that enhances their ability to succeed in both <br /> their personal and professional lives. <br /> Comprehensive Guidance& Counseling for Substance Use Issues: Prior to enrollment, Hope <br /> Builders provides guidance and support regarding drug and alcohol use as part of the intake <br /> process. All prospective trainees are required to pass a drug test to ensure they are ready to <br /> fully engage in training. If a participant has a history of substance use, the Employment <br /> Readiness Specialist/Coordinator will set a recovery goal and provide ongoing support <br /> throughout the training. If further support is needed, referrals to community-based drug and <br /> alcohol counseling services are provided to help individuals address these challenges. <br /> Throughout the training, Employment Readiness Specialists/Coordinators will provide ongoing <br /> guidance, emphasizing the importance of making healthy choices and staying focused on career <br /> readiness.This proactive approach ensures that youth receive the necessary support to <br /> overcome barriers related to drug and alcohol use. <br /> Workshops <br /> Financial Literacy/Budget Management: Hope Builders provides workshops on financial literacy <br /> and budget management to equip youth with essential money management skills.At the start <br /> of training, banking partners lead financial literacy sessions for each program cohort, covering <br /> topics such as opening and using a bank account, online banking, writing checks, and saving <br /> money. Later in the program, Employment Readiness Specialists/Coordinators facilitate <br /> budgeting workshops, teaching trainees how to create and manage a budget based on their <br /> income and expenses. <br /> Entrepreneur Skills Training: Currently, Hope Builders does not offer Entrepreneur Skills <br /> Training. However, our focus remains on preparing youth for direct employment in in-demand <br /> industries such as healthcare and construction. <br /> Labor Market Information: Employment Readiness Specialists/Coordinators provide weekly 1- <br /> hour employment readiness workshops to explore labor market information.This includes <br /> three lessons on careers and career planning, two lessons on job searching, one lesson on <br /> reviewing job applications, two lessons on understanding the hiring process, one lesson on <br /> navigating job websites and platforms, and one lesson on researching potential employers. <br /> Family Planning: Hope Builders does not offer formal family planning workshops but provides <br /> support for trainees who need assistance with childcare planning to help them complete the <br />