Flip The Script

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The Program

For over two decades, Goodwill of Greater Detroit’s Flip the Script program has been dedicated to fostering second chances for individuals who are either unemployed, underemployed, or justice-involved. We believe that no matter what the obstacle, everyone has the opportunity to change their story and live better lives.

Flip the Script has locations in Wayne and Oakland counties, providing educational and workforce development services to help individuals overcome employment barriers, get back on their feet and build a better future. Program participants not only gain important life skills and professional work training, but they also have the opportunity to receive paid on-the-job training at one of Goodwill of Greater Detroit’s nonprofit businesses.

Center for Working Families - Wayne & Oakland County

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The Center for Working Families offers financial training services to Wayne and Oakland County residents who are justice-involved and employed, underemployed, or unemployed. This program is designed to help individuals learn how to save money, budget effectively, advance their careers and plan for their future. Our dedicated staff is committed to building personal relationships with each participant to ensure that they receive the support and guidance they need to succeed.

Eligibility Criteria: 18 years of age or older and a resident of Wayne or Oakland County

Services Provided:

Career Exposure
Career Coaching
Job Training
Job Placement
Financial Literacy & Coaching
Savings and Wealth Building Guidance
Credit Report Review
Personal Budget Development
Resource Navigation

Documents Needed: ID and Proof of Wayne or Oakland County residence

Education Recovery - Wayne & Oakland County

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Flip the Script delivers excellent educational recovery services, with many participants ultimately obtaining a high school equivalency degree (i.e., the GED).

Eligibility Criteria: Wayne County or Oakland County Resident age 16 years or older

Services Provided:

High School Diploma Preparation (17 – 20 years old)
GED Test Preparation Classes
Grade Level & Literacy Improvements (Math and Reading)
CASAS Test Preparation
Apprenticeship Entry Exam Preparation

Documents Needed: Proof of age and residence

Transportation Assistance and Incentives Provided

All Services Are Free to Wayne and Oakland County Residents

Safer Communities Stronger Families – Wayne County

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In partnership with the Michigan Department of Corrections, 3rd Circuit Court, and 36th District Court, Safer Communities Stronger Families is an alternative sentencing program for Wayne County residents aged 16-39 involved in the justice system.

Safer Communities Stronger Families has been transforming the lives of people in Wayne County since its launch in 2014. It is trusted as an essential part of community safety by law enforcement, circuit/district court judges, probation agents, practitioners and community members. The program has consistently made a positive impact by reducing the number of repeat offenders aged 16-39 in Wayne County. With its proven track record, Safer Communities Stronger Families plays a crucial role in fostering a safer and stronger community for all.

Eligibility Criteria: 16 – 39 year old probationers under MDOC supervision

Services Provided:

Cognitive Behavior Programming
Case Management
Resource Navigation
Barrier Removal
Career Exposure
Job Training
Job Placements
GED Preparation
Financial Literacy & Coaching
Anger Management

Documents Needed: CFJ-140, BIR, Compass Bar Chart or Narrative, Order of Probation

Safer Communities Stronger Families – Oakland County

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Safer Communities Stronger Families is an alternative sentencing program that is now available for Oakland County residents aged 16-39 involved in the justice system. It is delivered in partnership with the Michigan Department of, 6th Circuit Court and 50th District Court.

Safer Communities Stronger Families has a proven track record of transforming lives since its inception in Wayne County in 2014. The program has helped thousands of individuals get their lives back on track and has significantly reduced the number of repeat offenders between the ages of 16 and 39 in Wayne County.

Eligibility Criteria: 16 – 39 year old probationers under MDOC supervision

Services Provided:

Career Exposure
Job Training
Job Placements
GED Preparation
Financial Literacy & Coaching
Case Management
Resource Navigation
Barrier Removal
Anger Management
Trauma Informed Care Support Groups

Documents Needed: BIR, Compass Bar Chart or Narrative, Order of Probation

Welcome Home - Wayne County

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Welcome Home is a reentry program that extends Flip the Script’s – Center for Working Families work. The Welcome Home Program provides the Bridges to Career Opportunities (Bridges), program model of Center for Working Families that is a tailored workforce development and long-term coaching services for justice involved individuals. The program offers justice-involved individuals’ vocational assessment, career planning assistance, job training, job search and retention, coaching and transitional work experience opportunities to facilitate successful transition and reintegration into the community.

Eligibility Criteria: 18 years of age or older and a Detroit resident under active;