Integrated Support Ties it All Together
Genesis Center's Financial Opportunity Center (FOC) is based on LISC's national model, providing integrated counseling services in the areas of income supports, employment, and financial stability. FOC services are listed below.
Job Placement & Career Improvement
Genesis Center's Employment Coach prepares students to join the workforce and advance within their chosen field, including:
Develop a professional resume
Learn about soft skills and professionalism in the workplace
Dress for success
Develop skills in conflict resolution
Gain interview skills and participate in mock interviews with industry professionals
Intern with an employer partner to develop experience and expand resume
Continue receiving support post-employment to ensure retention and promote advancement
Income Supports
Genesis Center’s Case Manager provides students with the supports they need to overcome barriers and achieve success, including:
Transportation
Child Care
Housing
Food
Domestic Violence
Substance Abuse
Legal Issues
Public Benefits Enrollment
Financial Coaching
Genesis Center's Financial Coach helps students overcome financial challenges and make plans to secure their future success, including:
Establish or repair credit
Develop a family budget
Save money
Open a bank account
Plan for large purchases such as homes, higher education, and vehicles
Keys To Success
Keys To Success: Individuals planning to purchase reliable vehicles can open special savings accounts with Genesis and Pawtucket Credit Union. In as few as 6 months participants can have $2,000 matched dollar-for-dollar toward the purchase of an approved vehicle. Learn more in English or Spanish