Austin nonprofit partners with local shelter to host job fair for the homeless

CONTACT INFO

Faith Ombati

f_o292txstate.edu

682-472-7724

   

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    

AUSTIN, Texas (June.1, 201­9)  ––  A Helping Hand, a non-profit organization, will be hosting its first job fair on Saturday, June 8, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Front Steps shelter. The organization is dedicated to introducing homeless women and men to local companies hiring for part-time and full-time positions.

The job fair features two sessions that will be open and free to the public. The grooming session will be held in the main facility from 9 a.m. to noon. The session will provide individuals with the opportunity to get free haircuts, professional clothing and makeovers. Following the grooming session, in the main ballroom, job-seekers will have the opportunity to network with over 20 employers. Employers will be set up to take resumes, cover letters and conduct on-site interviews. Employers are seeking to fill positions in hospitality, customer service, retail, manufacturing and a range of other industries.

The job fair will launch an effort to bring jobs and career opportunities to  homeless women and men facing barriers to employment.

For more information on how to be a sponsor or volunteer, contact Faith Ombati at f_o29@txstate.edu. For a full list of employers and sponsors attending, visit www.ahelpinghand.art.blog

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A Helping Hand is a non-profit organization that provides career fairs and professional development workshops. The organization establishes partnerships with local shelters, businesses, companies and organizations for the 2,147 homeless individuals in Austin, Texas. For more Information, please visit http://www.ahelpinghand.art.blog