Opportunity Junction

Opportunity Junction is an amazing non-profit that helps members of the Contra Costa community gain job skills necessary for their success. They provide career training and resume assistance and much more! They are so supportive and everyone that works there is amazing.

Amazing and very positive for such a health care standard and friendly environment

Opportunity junction is an Amazing place. I took their Administrative Career Training program 5 years ago. Upon completion of the program I was able to not only find employment right away, but maintain it. The entire staff is welcoming, friendly, and dedicated to help you succeed.

My experience with non-profit is amazing. Everyone cares about everyone here, the morale is always amazing, great people and co-workers to work with. The training program for Administrative Careers is also really helpful and it is useful for us because we get to use all of those skills and practice presentation and presenting in our future. It was the honestly, the best decision I every made. The managers along with the supervisors are all nice, wonderful, and loving people.

Amazing organization! OJ’s staff is dedicated to helping people find more fulfilling careers. They provide so many accessible and helpful career training opportunities at no cost for Contra Costa residents.

As an administrative assistant intern alumna and single mother, Opportunity Junction has played a pivotal role in shaping not only my professional trajectory but also my personal growth. With Opportunity Junction’s guidance and support, I was able to overcome self-doubt and recognize my true potential, instilling in me the confidence to pursue my dreams and become a better version of myself.
The program also connected me to a vibrant community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for growth and success. This network of support has been instrumental in my journey, reminding me that anything is possible when you have the right resources and encouragement.
For anyone seeking a transformative experience that will empower them to build a brighter future for themselves and their loved ones, I highly recommend Opportunity Junction.

Amazing program, amazing wrap around support and amazing people. Top class program

Opportunity Junction is a wonderful organization that arms willing workers with marketable skills to help blaze a defined path to sustainable employment. They foster a safe & supportive atmosphere to welcome and train new & returning job seekers who want to access reliable career paths. They build confidence & help strengthen their local communities!.

Opportunity Junction is an extraordinary organization dedicated to transforming lives through workforce development and education. Their holistic approach provides not only job training in administrative and healthcare careers (Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Medical Assistant (MA) ) as well as Career Counseling and Job Placement Assistance, but also support services that address the barriers to employment many face. What sets Opportunity Junction apart is their commitment to each individual’s success, offering personalized coaching, career counseling, and even assistance with job placement. The stories of transformation are truly inspiring—individuals who once felt uncertain about their future are now flourishing in meaningful careers, thanks to the comprehensive programs offered. Opportunity Junction’s impact extends beyond the individuals; it revitalizes communities and strengthens local economies. Being a part of their board and witnessing firsthand the profound changes in the lives of those they help is deeply rewarding. Opportunity Junction is not just creating job opportunities; they are building brighter futures.

Opportunity Junction has a profound impact on it's participants lives. This is clear in their results and the enthusiasm of participants. I'm so proud to work with this organization.

As a recent graduate of the CNA program, I look back at the tools and resources Opportunity Junction provided myself and my classmates and it is unmatched! Great instructors, encouraging team of Staff, great benefits such as state test being paid for and you felt prepared, and Ms. Debbie and Ms. Nicole were always helpful. Thank you so much!

I have been donating to this organization for many years. I love that I am kept in the loop with how the funds are being used and with new expansion projects. This is a very trustworthy organization.

I came to Opportunity Junction as a 49 year old stay at home mom who had absolutely no computer skills. Not only did I finish the pro certified in Microsoft Office Suite, but I left better prepared to be a great employee and still able to care for my family at home!! This experience was life changing. I love my New job and my family is thriving.

With the negative impact of COVID-19 in year 2021, I had no money to pay for my Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training. Opportunity Junction came to my rescue, and paid for my CNA training at the Mount Diablo Adult Education Center, Concord, California. Opportunity Junction gave me transportation support, food bank access, and Amazon gift card to cushion the effects of my logistical needs throughout my three months training period. I was not only trained in CNA knowledge and skills, but also in Career Development attributes. This extra package has made Opportunity Junction to stand out and became outstanding among its contemporaries. To crown it all, Opportunity Junction paid for my CNA Examination and Licensing, organized Job Fair through which I secured my job, and helped me secure a higher job with better pay, greater benefits, more flexible hours, and new team mates and friends.
My experience with Opportunity Junction has been very rewarding. All other people I recommended to Opportunity Junction were blessed with the same improved livelihood security and guided future. In deed, Opportunity Junction is an Opportunity Safe Haven for the needy. I rate the Organization as a Five Star Non-profit Organization.
Emmanuel Emmanuel.

Opportunity Junction Has the The Best Staff there! They care about our future, how do I know? They helped me achieve all I came out to do and more. If u need a Career change with a boost of motivation this is the place!

Thanks to Opportunity Junction i was able to get my CNA licence. I am very grateful for all they did to help me achive it. Everything from the food they provided, the program itself, and their time. Thank you so much.

Opportunity Junction helped guide my career to my greatest potential! As soon as the CNA class started I was given a great team of career mentors and alumni job coaching after who helped guide me to where I am today! While in my CNA cohort I was encouraged to consider a nursing career after my CNA graduation! At first I was not quite paying attention to the guidance of my mentors, but slow and sure their guidance eventually gave me a light bulb moment to continue afterward with nursing classes. I am grateful for the fact my mentors and job coaching has allowed me to believe in myself. Especially for the fact Opportunity Junction empowered me to reach for my greatest potential I never knew I had in me! It has been the most rewarding experience for me as I transition back into the workforce! I am forever grateful!

Opportunity Junction gives us the opportunity to take classes and they offer a lot of student help such as scholarships and personal help

I went through Opportunity Junction's Administrative Careers Training program. The teachers and the staff are amazing and want to see you succeed. They have helped me realize my potential and become the best version of myself I can be. I am beyond grateful to Opportunity Junction.

Opportunity Junction is a well needed organization! They combine resources to help in a unique way!

It helped me connect with a great trade program that prepared me well to re-enter the workforce in my mid-life as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Opportunity Junction was there for me during the education as well as job placement. Great support system for those students that needed extra help to meet their life responsibility as well as education. I never felt alone or confused in the process of applying for my state credentials. Thank you Opportunity Junction for your guidance and support!! …. Big plus is that even now after 4 years we keep communication open with information on how to build on your career and new job opportunities!

first let me say CNA Instructor Dyanna and Pro. Development Instrustor Nicole are so encouraging, helpful and just awesome women. Opportunity junction is amazing If you want a career in administration they have that option if you want to obtain your CNA License they got you. It's no cost to participate they also provide food bank and gas cards to participates. Opportunity junction has given me a career and I could not be happier! Thank you opportunity junction and MDUSD

Opportunity Junction is an integral part of our small community. I am so proud to have taken part of the CNA program that is offered at OJ. The staff provides great support to each of their students and ensures everyone’s individual success. Alumni also have the opportunity to take advantage of alumni support/counseling. I would definitely recommend Opportunity Junction to anyone looking to begin their career. Big shoutout to Marsharee, Debbie, and Carmela for their tremendous support through everything.

I love this place it's very homey the staff is amazing and they always go over and beyond. Especially Their CNA program.. They offer great career training and a safe haven as well. Their one to one services is amazing which is well needed especially for single moms like me who need extra support and guidance to help map out my career goals to become a future RN. I really love Ms. Nicole she's fantastic and is always there when I need her.

I went to opportunity junction to do the Cna program and did the 3 month program they educated me with so much book and hands on but they built my confidence the helped me with resources that helped me be able to stay focused on school they had food banks they helped me physically and mentally for the next step in my life and I needed that oj was not just a school they were a support system that everyone on my classmates needed I passed my state exam because of the confidence they installed in me they new I would pass before I even belivedd in myself I’ll never forget this program it helped me change my life

Ms.Nicole and Ms.Debbie are awesome so very thorough always making sure we understand what is being said before moving on to the next topic . All the staff are so nice and welcoming . I definitely love it my first experience was great from the moment I stepped in and was greeted my their front desk employee .

Opportunity Junction has truly helped me with my career. One thing that stood out to me about Opportunity Junction is that they will help you get to where you want to be and offers a bunch of resources to help you in different areas of your life. The staff is awesome and genuinely want the best for you.

Opportunity junction has definitely saved my life mentally and physically i came in there with nothing and left with everything, life long relationships, interview ready, deepened understanding of the healthcare system they help you figure out what it is you want in life. the course was very rough but the teacher does an amazing job ms debbie rich is one of the best instructors ive ever known shes very kind hearted and is there for every student they have a food bank every Friday witch whole filling foods which helps alot they also serve hot lunch to minimize the stress of bringing your own these people have connections with everyone for everything they push you in the direction you are going Whether it be getting something as simple as food stamps to applying for school they set you up for success definitely would recommend 100/100X to everyone

Opportunity junction is amazing! If you need education in administration they got you. If you need a CNA certification they got you. It's no cost to participates they also provide food bank and gas cards to participates. Opportunity junction has given me a career and I could not be happier! Thank you opportunity junction!!!

Opportunity Junction has been just what I needed in my life! It's such a great learning opportunity that I am grateful to be a part of. I walked in here with next to nothing on my knowledge of computer skills and just a month in and my confidence in myself is miles high. Cant wait until I complete the program and in my next phase in life.

Opportunity Junction is an amazing place. They really helped me get what I need to succeed to life, and really care about the community and people as a whole. I would absolutely recommend it to anyone out there looking for help.

I learned about Opportunity Junction on Contra Costa County's TV channel. I went to their website and applied. Within a week, I had two Zoom meetings, phone calls, and learned I was accepted into their program. Four days later, I'm sitting in a classroom.

Everybody at OP, is very friendly, the best cheerleaders, for one's success. They don't sugar-coat the work that is involved or expected. If you find within the first week that the program isn't for you, that's OK; everyone involved will wish you well in your next endeavor. The staff work with the students to overcome any problems or misgivings, in fact, its highly encouraged to ask for any kind of help.

Opportunity Junctions goal seems to be to turn out highly skilled, motivated, self-assured employable adults.

Being a part of Opportunity Junction's Administrative Assistant program has been a wonderful experience for me. They have provided me with skills that I may otherwise never have obtained. I am thankful for the opportunities that have been provided to me and recommend others take part in any of the many programs and services that OJ has to offer. OJ is here to help us better ourselves, our families and our futures.

In my opinion, over the past few months I've had such an amazing experience working amongst Opportunity Junction's staff. To add to that, over the past few months Opportunity Junction has helped me expand my networks by setting up appointments amongst professionals and providing mental health resources as well. Therefore, I believe that if you're seeking any positions within the Admin/Medical field, Opportunity Junction is the best place to sign up. Lastly, thank you for allowing me opportunity to provide feedback regarding my the history I've had working with staff and peers I highly recommend this program.

Helped me to receive my certified nursing assistant license. Opportunity Junction was extremely helpful!

Opportunity Junction is a great place to expand your skills. I have earned two Microsoft certificates so far, and working towards a third.

This program is helping me improve my life and learn lots of new skills that will help me find and excel at a job.

Opportunity Junction has had a huge impact on my life, greatly appreciate this program. With the instructors and courses made available to those who are truly ready to make a change in direction in their life. This program should be something everyone goes through because it offers so many vital life skills and career building guidelines and direction. Thank you so much to the staff and volunteers of this program.

I joined Opportunity Junction in June 2021 and couldn't be happier with this non profit program. I have been so impressed with the caring and kind attitude they have towards their participants. I'm thrilled to be a part of this program by teaching CNA classes. I get to watch the students' faces light up as they "get" a theory and become confident as they grow and learn in class prior to stepping into their clinical rotations. I tell my students frequently that by gaining an education they will have power over their lives, both financially and otherwise. It's a big responsibility, but I'm thrilled to have a small part in training these students to take the next step in their healthcare journey!

I first came to Opportunity Junction in the Fall of 2019. I became the first Professional Development Instructor for the newly launched Health Career Pathways Program. It was a beautiful collaboration with the John Muir Health Fund, Mt. Diablo Adult Education, Ombudsman of Contra Costa County (now Empowered Aging) and Opportunity Junction. I was able to not only serve the community through my role, but worked with individuals who may have never dreamed they could get an education and eventually launch a career in health care. Unfortunately, my time was cut short as I moved to the Foothills of Northern California. I had to leave not only a job that I fell in love with, but an amazing staff that work hard and whole heartedly in making our community a better place through the work they do with the clients they serve. Fast forward two years later, and I was welcomed back as the Alumni Coach for the Healthcare Careers Pathway Program. Opportunity Junction is a family to me and I came back to open arms. I have the privilege of working with graduates of our CNA program and witness how it has changed their lives. We have alumni who are providing something that many programs do not instill in their students-person centered care and they are shining members of our community, spreading the compassion amongst nursing care facility residents in our county. Some are even continuing their education to become LVN’s, surgical techs and we even had one recently graduate with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing!!! I have worked in healthcare for over 20 years and Opportunity Junction is a non profit organization that is opening doors for individuals who will serve this industry unlike no other. Through the clinical program, support of the students both scholastically and as a whole person-we are changing the way health care is provided. We are developing the skills, helping individuals find their confidence and launching careers in healthcare that can lead our community members to financial security!

Working at opportunity Junction has been a pleasure, I have seen the heart for people to succeed. Much thought and consideration goes into what methods and ways to be a support to the community. I absolutely love and enjoy opportunity Junction.

EVERYONE WHO WORKS HARD DESERVES THE OPPORTUNITY TO SUCCEED!

Opportunity Junction helps motivated Contra Costa, California job seekers develop the skills and confidence to launch careers that lead to financial security.

Whether a person is looking to enter a career in healthcare or administration or they are not sure where they want to go, Opportunity Junction programs helps them you achieve their goals.

This group of amazing people truly changed the course of my life. I was a despondent single mother in recovery, with virtually no work experience, but they taught me computer skills and built my self esteem. I am now 15 year clean, a successful professional, and I help others in job training and development myself!!

I became acquainted with Opportunity Junction in June of this year. I am so impressed by the population served, and especially how far Opportunity Junction will go to give assistance and help that allows the students to finish their program. So many of these students have barriers and it's refreshing to see people working so hard to serve others.

Debbie

Opportunity Junction is amazing. They have given me all the tools and resources I need to succeed. I would recommend OJ to anybody that is thinking about a career change or If you just want to build your admin skills.

Opportunity Junction, Saved my life, when i first came in contact in 2015,I was down and lost, i met some of the nicest people and at the right time,i had just lost everything,and by the grace of god ,I was able to go back to school and builded on what they offered me even food and transportation to get to school,at that time i was 57, i am 65 and doing well,thank you for your support(Amenda) and team

Opportunity Junction is a nonprofit organization who is willing to help people who can't afford to pay for their own tuition fees. They teach not only for Microsoft Word Office, Excel, English, Math and typing skills , but they also help their trainees to overcome their fears before helping them to find a job and to see them succeed.

Hello My name is Evelyn Espinal Class 62! I wanted to join because I heard great things about this program thru my brother . The way i was feeling around when I applied the word Can't was always my option. I joined the program June 1st 2020 being nervous with so much fear and anxiety saying no I Can't every day for 1 week. until I really met my teachers Especially Alana she showed me the true meaning of the word Can and I wasn't allowed to say Can't .My kids are so proud of me and Iam proud for staying learning the meaning of family and friends I have a connection with all of my class mates and teachers and most of all myself. Opportunity Junction is a place for growth and finding yourself and to show your resilience because they care and show so much love for you to help you with your journey and to strive .

I have a deep appreciation for Opportunity Junction. I am a recent graduate from their Administrative Career Training program. Through the program, not only did we learn computer skills and office procedures from wonderful, caring teachers, but we also learned many things about ourselves and different ways to approach personal growth. The Opportunity Junction staff is there for you every step of the way and wants to see you succeed. Opportunity Junction changed my life and put me on the path I want to be on.

I started my Microsoft office training program at Opportunity Junction 3 weeks ago and I have learned so much already. The staff are very friendly, organized and supportive. It's a lot of work and homework but we are given lab time with Teacher assistants available to help every day which makes getting the work done possible. There is even a study group available twice a week in the evening. Being provided a laptop, books and other materials needed for no cost is another bonus of the program. It is so great to have the opportunity to join this program. It is truly a Opportunity Junction!

Opportunity Junction has a one of a kind mission with one of a kind staff & clientele. OJ provides access to wonderful programs for all aspects of beginning a career. From training on how to use current software on computers to how to nail an elevator pitch. Welcoming and committed organization that feels like a second family in no time at all.

I have been wanting to learn more about Excel, and this was a great way. I learned so much, and have more to learn! The classes were fun, but also full of useful data. The instructor made sure we all understood, and spent time with each of us.

An invaluable resource that has assisted me in finding gainful employment, and knowledgeable assistance in filing multiple years of taxes. I cannot recommend this group enough, thanks to all of you at Opportunity Junction

These folks paid for my first classes in tech. That path has gotten me to here: moved out of my Mom's house, living in San Francisco on my own, a full employee at Berkeley Lab (with a frickin' pension!), and the ability to work remotely at home during the shelter-in-place.
I remain incredibly grateful for Opportunity Junction.
Oh! Also, as someone who has gone from low-income to moderate-income, Opportunity Junction remains the only tax help filing service that does not have an income cap. They can help anyone; and they are amazing. Alana Chisholm is the best instructor I have ever seen, as well as one of the most dedicated humans to helping other humans.

I came to Opportunity Junction at a crossroad in my life. I was low on computer experience and self esteem and didn't know how to put my life back together. Opportunity Junction was the answer and they provided 100 times what I could have wanted, hoped for or expected. The staff really cares and the intense training was everything I needed for employment and so much more on a personal level. Their mottos say it all: if you are willing to work hard you deserve an opportunity to succeed and they are the road to self-sufficiency:)

Opportunity Junction was so helpful!

I had an unexpected change to my situation in 2019 that led me to shift my career path. I was excited to try something new, and luckily I was in a position to be able to take the time needed to find an option that provided the qualities I wanted in a fulfilling career. I felt confident in my ability to find a new job, but the Opportunity Junction team was highly referred and I figured that the more help I could get, the better. I wasn’t sure if it would be beneficial for my situation, because I already had a great resume written, and I do quite well with interviews, so I was apprehensive going in.

My career counselor, MJ, was absolutely amazing. She helped me really dig into what I was passionate about, and her positivity helped propel me forward. I found her coaching to be very supportive, and it gave me the extra motivation I needed to not settle for an option that I might not have been satisfied with long-term. Her supervisor Shaun was really helpful as well and made sure I received referrals for solid positions that provided the pay and benefits that I was looking for.

After a variety of interviews with numerous organizations, I finally found the perfect career opportunity that matched my needs, and the introduction to that position came straight from MJ and Shaun. I could not be more appreciative of their help!

I'm extremely satisfied with my experience with Opportunity Junction, I could not have asked for more! Thank you MJ and Shaun!

Opportunity Junction is an amazing place to work! The staff is supportive and they care deeply about the community they serve. Also, it is a privilege to be able to work each day with participants who are driven to meet both their personal and professional goals !

I am ecstatic to work alongside coworkers who are so intelligent and committed to helping the community in various ways. It's been truly eye-opening to how many services Opportunity Junction offers, and how we're a great source of information to all we serve.

Opportunity Junction helped me get my life back on track! It has been such an amazing opportunity and experience.

-Alumni

I worked with an amazing Career Counselor that helped me gained back the confidence I lost when I started to second guess my abilities. She was tough, straight-forward, but have a big heart with good intentions! I am so thankful that I was fortunate to work with a great motivator and a mentor by my side when I was going through a tough time in my life..

Opportunity Junction is a non profit that has continued to change the East Contra Costa County community and so many lives. I started out as a partner from the local community college, supporting them in developing a new workforce program, and now proudly serve a as board member. I believe that anyone who who is willing to put effort towards advancing themselves deserves the opportunity to do so and opportunity junction is incredibly successful in supporting so many looking to do so. Opportunity Junction not only supports job seekers with their addressable barriers, but job training, internship and job placement. I continue to be supportive of and impressed by the transformations they deliver.

Amazing organization that changes people's lives. They help each individual the way that helps that person. Their programs have proven effective with sustainable changes through stories and data.

I joined Opportunity Junction earlier this year and I think it is one of the best career decisions that I have ever made. As a former university graduate admissions officer with a strong interest in serving the community and a passion for diversity, inclusion, and equitable opportunity, I was searching for a next career step that would allow me to utilize my skills and experience and live out my passion for serving the community. I could not have been more thrilled when I found Opportunity Junction. The moment I walked in the doors of this inviting, light-filled office and received a warm welcome, I knew that I was someplace special. Every moment that has followed has been just as delightful. Everything about Opportunity Junction is amazing; trainees, interns, alumni and staff alike are people of passion and purpose, striving to achieve new levels of success, personally and professionally, all with good humor, positivity, and a ready willingness to lend a hand to others in need and all with no cost to our participants. I feel so blessed to be a part of OpportunityJunction.

I went through the administrative program and learned many skills at Opportunity Junction. They really care about your progress and go the extra mile to help you succeed. Opportunity Junction has many wonderful programs and I am glad to have been apart of one.

Opportunity Junction provides an extremely supportive environment for those with limited job experience/skills to build their capabilities and confidence so they can exceed in the workforce. Staff and management are extremely professional, using data and research to identify what services might be most effective to help those in eastern Contra Costa County become more employable and at a higher wage.

Fantastic organization with a true commitment to helping motivated job-seekers support themselves and their families. The staff is committed, hard-working, intelligent, and heart-led.

I have just completed the training portion of Opportunity Junction’s Job Training and Placement Program (located in Antioch, CA). This experience was a lovely surprise and surpassed all my expectations! I wish everyone knew about this local jewel! I learned valuable life skills and Microsoft programs (word and excel) that will help increase my employment opportunities. The staff at Opportunity Junction are generous, dedicated and completely invested in our success. If you want to work hard and earn valuable job skills, get to Opportunity Junction. - Ana

The organization is incredible from the inside out. The trainees, volunteers, board members, donors, supporters, employees, and partners are all incredibly amazing people. Every single staff member cares about and celebrates the successes of each candidate. They really care about what they do and are passionate about making a difference and it shines through all they do. I am so fortunate to work at a place that is making a difference that I get to see first hand every day.

An amazing organization that gave me a life changing experience. I gained computer skills, office management skills, life skills, and was able to find a job right away after I finished my internship.

I was fortunate to be selected to attend Opportunity Junctions job training/ placement program at a time where I was facing a crossroad in my life, After a 20+ year career ended due to my position bieng eliminated. I was devistated and shocked and uncertain about my future. The Opportunity Junction program and the staff where there to support me, believe in me and helped me regain the confidence I needed to get back into the work force. Shortly after Graduation I was able to Interview and was hired for a full time permanent position with Contra Costa County. Opportunity Junction is a great program and a gift to our community. I encourage anyone who reads this to visit there website for details about the many opportunities available.

Opportunity Junction is more than just a job training program. I gained valuable experience both while attending and as an ulumni.

Opportunity Junction is the foundation of my new life. While attending I learned so much about myself most important gained confidence and self esteem. Along with the knowledge of Microsoft Office and clerical skills.
As an Ulumni I have the support I need while on the job. I've learned how to advocate for myself in the workplace to get my needs met. Opportunity Junction has helped me become a success and in making 2018 my best year.

Opportunity Junction is a great place to learn new skills, and also learn how to work in a professional workplace. The staff really care about you and want to see you succeed!

Opportunity Junction is not just a nonprofit, but a family of supporters, encouragement and excellent skill building. Not only does it build technological skills, interpersonal skills, but it also focuses on the well-being of its participants with onsite counseling and moments to share with each other. That has been one of the most monumental aspects of my experience at Opportunity Junction, one I treasure, value and encourage others to experience for themselves. If anyone's got the drive and determination and needs the assistance, this program can be nothing but beneficial.

Stepping into opportunity junction changed my life as a single mom. It gave me a boost to keep going. To be able to show my kids that with determination and perseverance you can over come the obstacles. I am truly grateful for the staff and most of all the program

Opportunity Junction makes a real difference in lives of low-income Contra Costa County residents. It is a comprehensive program that delivers on its mission - with an excellent success rate for program participants. By teaching business and life skills, the program proves that those who are willing to work hard can get and keep jobs -- and achieve financial independence. OJ's amazing team provides unbelievable support to participants, demonstrating their dedication and commitment every single day.

Opportunity Junction offers job training and internships needed to help participants succeed including technical and life skills. The training and support is life changing to many; and gives individuals and families that little push they need to be self sustaining. Thank you to leadership and staff for your commitment and outstanding work. I am proud to serve on the board!

I am a current student of Opportunity Junction and I have nothing but Great things to say about everyone there. I have learned so many new skills to help me achieve my goal of getting a better job. I recommend the program to everyone who wants to learn new skills.

KK

I have been at Opportunity Junction since January. I signed up to learn about computer skills and to get a better Career . I had no computer skills before this class, now I have better computer skills and typing skills in just 2 months. It takes dedication to be here every day for about 7hrs. You meet great staff members. They are here to help you with what ever you need, even just someone to talk to. There is no cost to you at Opportunity Junction, as they are non-profit organization. At the end of 12 weeks of training you will have a Whole New Look on your Career.

I am a current student at Opportunity Junction. This is a great program and I feel privileged
to be a part of it. I am learning alot of skills that I will need for the upcoming job searching
that I will be doing soon. The instructors are awesome, they are also very caring. I can hardly wait to graduate, to use my newly acquired skills. Word, Excel, Bus Math, Bus English.
I have met some really great people; my fellow classmates and the staff here at Opportunity
Junction they really do care and want to help people out. If you have the opportunity to get
into this program....Do It!

Great Opportunity to get computer skills as well as job training skills. The instructors are great. Training includes Life skill, simple math, Word, Excel, Access, Power Point Business Ethics. Good skills to learn for a great career.

I started the Job Training and Placement Program at the end of September. I was tired and at the end of my rope working minimum wage food service jobs and looking for a way out, and there appeared Opportunity Junction. I have a long history of starting things and not finishing them, but this program was the right fit for me as it is fast paced and allows me to complete the work here without having to worry about finding a way to do it at home. Although this program has been a lot of work, it has been worth it to gain skills that will allow me to find a better job and provide a better future for my child. Thank you Opportunity Junction!

Opportunity Junction is an AWESOME nonprofit organization. Opportunity Junction provides so much to its trainees, alumni and staff. The opportunities here are so amazing. The training is so organized and the staff offers so much knowledge and assistance as well as the alumni. Opportunity Junction provides you with many valuable skills necessary in the workforce as well as life skills and an array of necessary resources to put your life on track. Opportunity Junction is not only an amazing training opportunity but offers so much more.

Opportunity Junction is a non profit organization that offers job training and a plethora of other resources. I am a trainee currently enrolled in the program. OJ has provided me with more opportunity than I could have ever imagined.

I have a generous amount of support from the teachers and full staff. I've learned a great amount about computer software, Business English, dealing with other personality types, and finally about myself. This program has pushed me past limits I never considered.

Since my enrollment 6 weeks ago I've acquired time management skills, problem solving skills and increased my grammar. I am gaining confidence in my professional as well as personal abilities.

In conclusion I highly recommend this program to any one interested in bettering themselves in their career path and in life.

Thank you Opportunity Junction for investing in me.

Opportunity Junction has provided me the skills i will need to succeed in a professional business environment and i could not have asked for a better experience. The staff genuinely care about you and will do everything they can to ensure your success. If it wasn't for O.J. I don't know where my life would be!

Great place! Friendly people, nice environment. I definitely recommend to anyone that is looking to get a good training for a great office career, or just looking to improve their computer skills.

I love this place! I walked in not knowing what I wanted to do, just that I wanted a career and not another dead end job. Everyone there is extremely helpful and genuine, made me feel very welcomed and unashamed to share my story. The teachers will push you to be your best, and are very knowledgeable of outside services that can help you-they genuinely want to help you in every way.

Opportunity Junction goes very deep with it's client. The best part about what they do is create relationships with a populations that really needs them. They become so close by providing 7 months of FREE training and get 92% of their graduates jobs within 6 months of graduation. Amazing place with amazing staff and students.

As a retired public funder of nonprofits serving lower income households, I always evaluated nonprofits on whether we should continue funding based on documented accomplishments. In OJ’s case - jobs! How many clients graduated from OJ’s program is great but more importantly how many were placed in living wage jobs! OJ always exceeded their goals and my expectations! That is why I supported and continue to support the work of this exceptional nonprofit - Opportunity Junction.

I've been in this training program for 4 weeks and it's been an amazing experience. This is a blessing for those who want a change in their life and a great career. The training is worth it, the commitment is worth it! You get more than what you came in with, Opportunity Junction is for the people. They want to see you succeed, which is rare in this day and age. Plus it's FREE, it doesn't get any better than that!

My experience at Opportunity Junction was very worth my time and my new learned computer skills have been a great benefit to my new job at the County. I can give the staff at OJ 5+ stars for providing me new knowledge and guiding me through my most difficult time in my life. I gained self esteem and I was given the opportunity to believe in myself again. My time at OJ was rewarding and graduating was my success! This program changes your life and the staff listen to your needs. I am grateful to have been part of this program and I highly recommend it to the community. Thank you OJ for all your support!
Noelia

Opportunity Junction is a great non profit. Opportunity Junction cares about equipping their employees to do good in their role. We are like a family here. We come together to make sure that we are doing all that we can to better our programs, reach people, and help them gain the skills and confidence to launch a career!

Hello, I'm Brittany, & currently a trainee at Opportunity Junction class 50 and the JTTP is amazing, I absolutely admire all the staff here: they are super dedicated and like sincerely enjoy doing their jobs which is more or less helping individuals overcome poverty with job training and also an amazing Alumni program that will help you with all you your job searching needs basically FOREVER! When you become apart of the Opportunity Junction family you are able to not only receive job training and career placement, you will be able to receive a professional wardrobe, friends, unbiased opinion,Support,a weekly food bag, and a hot lunch M-T. This is only what i can think of off hand Opportunity Junction offers so much more for anyone who is motivated and ready to begin life again. The staff here will build up your confidence in the workplace and you'll value the experience and appreciate the journey.

Opportunity Junction is a wonderful comprehensive job training and placement program. Not only have I obtained updated computer skills, being able to then obtain certifications from Microsoft for the Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) I have also received training in all other things pertaining to administrative work; typing, how to write a cover letter, resume and how to present myself in an interview... even what clothes to wear! The encouragement and support is awesome.

Starting over. What a true blessing Opportunity Junction is. I learned new computer skills and life skills. The staff at Opportunity Junction is amazing and helpful. If you are looking for a new start in life check out Opportunity Junction it is great place to begin.

When I left the retail industry in an attempt to change careers, I did so in a shattered frame of mind. My previous management team had thoroughly convinced me that I was a failure and unworthy of making the paltry $11 per hour they were paying me. My confidence was in tatters and felt sure that I could never be, or feel like, a success. I left, not out of hope but, out of desperation.

Then I found Opportunity Junction and it has been a godsend. Not only have they provided me with the opportunity to show my current computer skills, while learning new ones, but they have done so in an environment that encourages me to both succeed and feel successful. I cannot stress how important both of those factors can be. Between this, and the other services they offer, I have found hope that I can find a job that is a world above and beyond my previous job experiences.

I firmly believe that there need to be far more programs like Opportunity Junction throughout the country and that, for those that already exist, they must be thoroughly advertised and made well-known.

Without current computer skills, trying to find employment in this day and age was going nowhere for me. Opportunity Junction is providing me training in that and much more. In addition to learning Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and PowerPoint, we have the chance to become certified in each category, thereby proving to potential employers that we are proficient in those areas. We also have training in typing, Business English and Math along with various other research projects, giving additional preparation towards interviewing and presentation skills. I had just about exhausted all of my options before coming to Opportunity Junction, but now I am confident that I am on the road to a new chapter in my life, filled with many possibilities. “Thank you so much” doesn’t nearly sum up all to which I am grateful for, since being able to go through the Opportunity Junction program has truly made all the difference in my life’s direction.

Opportunity Junction was a life changer for me, it helped open my computer awareness to a whole new level that is better than I ever could have imagined. One day I decided I didn't want to be in the same situation I always put myself in, and when I heard of this place and what was being offered I knew it was the best choice out there for me. Opportunity Junction is a place where if you need help they try to get you that help in anyway they can, as long as you're doing your part by helping yourself succeed in, and with them you have a great support system to journey with you the whole way.

I have never had a job before, but OJ has helped me gain confidence to get out there and join the work world.

For this program to be free, I have to say you get way more than you could ever expect. The staff here at OJ are very supportive, and willing to go the extra mile to help anyone who is ready for self efficiency. Be warned you need to be ready to put in the time and work if you want to succeed.

So if you have no computer skills, your typing is less than perfect, your confidence can use a boost and your ready to take control of your life, check out Opportunity Junction. There here to help get you on track.

What are you waiting for pick or the phone right now or come by the office Monday Thru Friday.

I decided i needed a career and heard about Opportunity Junction. I decided to enroll and it was probably the best decision i ever made. I improved my typing skills, and was able to earn my Moss in Microsoft Word. The staff here are amazing and make sure they help you every step of the way.

I came to Opportunity Junction with zero Computer Skills and Typing Skills. Guess what? In one month time my score in MOS WORD is above 800 and next week I will get my MOS EXCEL score.The second part of the program I have learned Business Ethics, Business English and Business Math. A whole new world open up to me. I hope to do some good for this new opportunity. Come and see for yourself!

A few days before I applied to Opportunity Junction I had lost my job. I had no idea what I was going to do, and I had always had problems getting a new job. I wasn’t sure what I was going to do, and I didn’t have much hope for my future. So, when I was sitting at the orientation for Opportunity Junction I was amazed at how great this program was, and all I was able to think about was how I had no chance at getting in. But for some reason, I was able to get into. I was given second chance at making something out of my life. And I am truly grateful to everybody here for accepting me into this great program and giving me this great opportunity. I’m grateful to the staff, for one, teaching me computer skills, so that I can be qualified for office jobs, and two, for the life skills, so that I could get through the issues that were going on in my life. And now I have been able to start a new career in business administrations.

Opportunity Junction is by far the best non-profit organization for helping low-income individuals gain the necessary skills to enter or re-enter the workforce. You will definitely gain confidence and know that you have the skills necessary to be successful in your career. I've gone through the training program, been an intern and I have a career and start a new employment opportunity soon.

Great program to help people become more self sufficient!

Opportunity Junction is a great program. It has given me a new sense of purpose. I feel ,while in this program that I am learning new skills that I will be able to use in the real, working world. I have connected with new people and I am gaining a better understanding of what skills I need to achieve my goals. Thank you Opportunity Junction. I have been given a new founded passion to learn and achieve greatness...

Opportunity Junction is a great way to get the help you to learn what you need to be competitive in the job world. They help you improve your typing skills, teach you Microsoft Office and also teach us Life skills that help us prepare for a new job. I am very happy and greatful that I am part of this program.

Opportunity Junction is a awesome program because your gain knowledgeable skills to help you find and keep a better job and the program builds up your confidence and life skills

Opportunity Junction is a great place to brush up on or learn new computer skills for almost all of the Office Suite programs. I really like that they are open during the evenings, so that they are accessible to people who work during the day. Every here is very friendly and super helpful if you have any questions.

The job training program seems very helpful for a lot of people. Not only do they give you the opportunity to learn much need computer skills to succeed in a professional environment, but they also give you the opportunity to learn equally important life skills to be able to interact with others on a professional level and to keep your job.

I am currently in their computer training program. Before I started training I knew very little about Microsoft Office, and in a couple weeks I now have the confidence to accomplish common business tasks. This is a great program and I would highly recommend it to anyone that wants to learn computer training and is looking for an administrative job.

Opportunity Junction saved my life. I didn't have a plan or goal but coming here has opened my eyes and helped refresh so many things. Opportunity Junction has wonderful opportunities and if you are looking for work in the administrative field like I am then this is the place to Be ! They make sure you have all the computer skills you need to be able to enter the work field and help you with Life Skills so that not only can you get a job but also be able to keep a job

Opportunity junction job placing program is helping me a lot with computer skills as well as with communicating skills and speaking in public! Is a great program and I'm glad I'm here today! God bless everyone in this organization!

I have been empowered by this program, I have always loved computers and the skills I am learning now have really helped me become more familiar with programs. I love Life Skills with Natalie, and her encouragement is wonderful. Normans intense training prepares you for real world experiences. I feel confident & worthy everyday when I leave this building, & I am looking forward to graduating.

Opportunity Junction is a very helpful program. I've learned a lot about the program.

Opportunity Junction has helped me in more ways that I ever thought it would. The staff goes above and beyond for their clients. Everyone at Opportunity Junction wants to help you succeed in life and thanks to them, that's exactly what I am doing.

This program is simply amazing! I have a friend that went through the program and she recommended that I apply. I have to privilege of being in the program and it is a life changing experience. I'm not sure what my plan B would have been if it wasn't for this program. I am gaining all the tools that I need to get a great career and be able to provide for my children.

Opportunity Junction is an Awesome program! If you are looking to get back in to a career that is geared toward office supportive roles or if you're seeking to begin a career in office support then Opportunity Junction can give you the tools you need to get you on your way. I am currently an intern and successfully reached my goal in obtaining certification in MS Word. I have learned so much from this program that I can't even begin to explain it all. At this time I have two really great employers interested in hiring me and so its just a matter of choice for me at this time. This time last year I couldn't dream that this would happen and its only the beginning. I encourage you to take a chance, take that leap of faith and give OJ the chance to change your life!

Opportunity Junction is a great non-profit! I am currently an Intern, and I can proudly say that they have helped me a lot. This program gave me the skills I needed to succeed in life.

Opportunity Junction is Amazing! I am currently an Intern and I am so blessed to be here. When I first walked through the doors, I was unsure of what I was looking for. I only heard good things about the program but it was too good to be true. After taking the test and going through an interview process, it had me on edge. But, once I received the phone call that I have been accepted into the program, I knew then it was going to be a Life-changing experience for me. The staff at Opportunity Junction are heaven sent, they are such a big part of why Opportunity Junction exist. Not only did I obtain exceptional computer skills but also lifestyles that I will carry with me throughout all areas in my life. Thank you so much, Opportunity Junction you Rock!

Opportunity Junction is a non-profit organization that offers job training and placement for "Free!" I call it the, "Hidden Jewel." The staff genuinely care about your success. You are given the opportunity to learn Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, Life Skills, presentations, and resume writing. Along with those courses, we also were given a "Free" college course, taught by a Professor, that came to Opportunity Junction from Los Medanos College! We earned college credit for this course. We are now in our second phase and have learned PowerPoint, Sales Force and Adobe. My classmates and I will be sent out on paid internships soon, with companies that have partnered with Opportunity Junction, to use our newly gained skills, and solidify our confidence in the Business Administrative field. They also are working hard to send us on interviews and excited for our success. I can go on and on, because there is so much more to say about this "GENEROUS" non-profit organization, they are truly a gem and a blessing. The staff is amazing! Don't miss out, check them out.

Opportunity Junction is too good to be true. The job training and placement program has helped me with skills needed to become successful in the administrative field. I am now an intern and actively seeking employment with their help and knowledge. So many doors have been opened for me, I am now confident and driven and able to make a successful life for me and my children.

I was very discouraged before I attended this program I was stuck in a rut working the same low paying go nowhere jobs because that's all I thought I could get. Being Selected to attend the program gave me hope. They saw something in me I didn't and they empowered me! The staff here is so warm and inviting they help you in any way they can and if you need to talk there is always someone to listen. I am so fortunate to have been able to go through the training process and I feel like they have also helped me to grow as a person and feel more confident in myself. I truly love this place and feel like one of the family. Another thing is they continually want to stay connected with you when you leave the program and help you progress in your career. I could go on and on but the bottom line is if your ready to make a change or update your skills this is the number one spot to be! There is so much love and support here if your willing to work hard and put in the effort they will do everything possible to help you succeed.

I have recently finished my training at Opportunity Junction and am now an intern. I have loved the learning process so much. The staff here is so wonderful and helpful. If you are ever unsure of anything they are right by your side to make sure you get to where you need to be. Opportunity Junction is warm and inviting. I love that I am a part of this organization now and that I am able to be a part of helping others. The only downside is you never want to leave this place. If you are looking for an opportunity to move up or do something different, Opportunity Junction is the place to start.

Opportunity Junction is an excellent non profit organization that helps people gain the skills they need to enter the jobs they want. I have been part of this amazing organization for the past four months and my experience has been awesome. I was able to learn and gain many valuable skills with the help of the extraordinary staff. My goal is to one day give back to this organization as they have helped me. Thank You Opportunity Junction.

Opportunity Junction is AMAZING!!! I have been going to Opportunity Junction for 3 months and I have gained so much knowledge and confidence in such a little amount of time. I have just finished my initial training after 12 weeks and I feel like I can apply for a job and be confident that I have the skills to do the job.

I have spent the last couple of years volunteering as an instructor at Opportunity Junction, and I like the program quite a bit. Frankly, I would've given it up long ago if I didn't see the value. The program gives participants enough training to have a solid foundation to reenter the work force, and more importantly, it helps them (re)discover the confidence and drive to succeed.

I have spent a large part of my time teaching a business math class, and I've seen the very real effort that the participants put in. It's not easy forcing yourself to concentrate on a subject you admittedly don't like and "don't get," especially on a Friday. Still, I've watched person after person do it. It's a credit to Opportunity Junction that the participants keep coming back for more, and keep pushing themselves to improve.

All in all, I'm glad I was introduced to the program, and I will happily continue to volunteer my time for a good cause.

By volunteering at Opportunity Junction it gives me a chance to give back. This program is a wonderful gift!

I 'am so thankful for Opportunity Junction! I thought I knew a lot about computers but once I started the program I learned so much more than I ever knew was possible. I now feel extremely confident getting back out to the work force!! I have been referring this place to all my friends and family and they can't wait until the next orientation to sign up!

Volunteering at Opportunity Junction has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I continue to be amazed at the dedication and passion the staff shows to the students. What this relatively small staff accomplishes can only be described as a labor of love. They teach low income adults the computer skills they will need to compete for good paying jobs. In addition to computer training, the students are taught public speaking, office etiquette, dressing for success, team work and upon successful completion of this very intense training they emerge as confident adults ready to let potential employers know that they are the best candidate for the job. I have great admiration for the staff and all the students that go through this course.

Opportunity Junction is the model for what a Non-Profit should be.

I have been unemployed for 2 years now struggling in this economy looking for a way to get back on my feet and become a working individual again, I have to say I have suffered my share of depression. When I came in and went through their apllication process, I knew they were serious about their program. They weren't going to just hand out the help. This program is for someone who is going to take it serious. I listened to them and thought "I can only hope that I get the chance to go thorough their program" I was so excited to get the call saying Iwas accepted words can't even describe. As I type this my emotions get away from me, because of the gratitude I have for this organization. There isn't anything that this staff of individuals don't understand in the struggles of low income people. The frustration, the every changes in life, and with it all they can offer they do it willingly and whole heartedly. I have never felt more like passion for assisting others than I do from them. The instuctors are firm in the rules because they want to know you really want it, and with staying with them and accomplishing what I have I have felt their love and passion for the community like nowhere else. I myself have done other volunteer work but these folks not only do a job they are passionate in making youa success. I use the work passion alot because in all the training and workshops, discussions and struggles that is what you feel from them. Their passion to get you through your hard time and pride in the end knowing they are letting you go and you can stand with confidence and pride inyourself again. Maybe they don't know that is what they give you but that is what everyone I have heard say and now I was lucky enough to feel.

Opportunity Junction is a life changing organization! It helped me get the computer skills I needed to be able to get a job in today's very competitive job market. I highly recommend it to anyone who is struggling and wants to get out of the poverty circle. You will have to work hard, but the end result will be wonderful.

Never before have had I worked with a more extraordinary talented leadership of caring individuals that believe whole hardheartedly in what they do. Opportunity Junction is more than just a program, it is an extended family. Providing the assistance necessary to help individuals accomplish what often appears to be the impossible, Opportunity Junction builds the foundation and self belief necessary for the required metamorphosis to overcome the obstacles that impede success and self sufficiency. It is their unique combination of complete wrap around services that makes their achievement rate so high: math, English and computer skills training; office culture, etiquette and internship experience; instruction and guidance with resume writing, job search and interviewing; mental health, financial, home-ownership and balancing a career with family counseling; opportunity to become certified by Microsoft Corporation as an “Microsoft Office Specialist”, continued benefits as a program alum and much more. These are the essential tools that will exude confidence and offer that something extra often needed when competing in this assertive job market pressed by hard economic times. The beauty in Opportunity Junction’s state of affairs is by changing the caregiver; you affect the entire family for generations to come as well as the economy. As an added bonus, if your employment circumstances change you are always welcome to come back home.

I have had close experience with Opportunity Junction for the last 6 years in evaluating their leadership, their job & personal skills training program they produce, their follow-up with student in the training program and the graduates after the training as well as their monitoring of the employment outcomes. I have done this as part of a team evaluating them for grants to continue and grow their excellent programs. They meet all of the due-diligence concerns that we have had with flying colors.
Les Ellis, Founder of Strive for Change Foundation.

The main focus of Opportunity Junction is to get people off public assistance and into jobs. But, possibly the best end result from the efforts made is helping create a home environment that includes working parent(s). Breaking the chain of living off public assistance is an important attribute.

I have seen many organizations work to help with job training, but Opportunity Junction does it in an integrated way that helps individuals not only find a job, but start a career. They do this by using a comprehensive, holistic approach that provides life skills, counseling, and appropriate job training. I am thoroughly impressed with them, and with the extraordinary difference this organization makes in so many lives.

Opportunity Junction = Success. Helping fight poverty and getting people on the road to economic self-sufficiency is something which staff, volunteers, students, donors and Board members are working together to make a reality. This commitment makes it possible for low-income Contra Costa residents to gain the skills and confidence to get and keep jobs that support themselves and their families.

I have been active at Opportunity Junction for 8 years, since my children have been independent. What a rewarding experience to help low income individuals and families support themselves with living wage jobs. Changing lives in sustainable ways is a powerful experience!!

The Y & H Soda Foundation has funded Opportunity Junction repeatedly over the last ten years because the organization has a solid training program with excellent results. The individuals who graduate from the Job Training and Placement Program receive personal support from the staff, hard skills training relevant to the job market, and employment opportunities that result in REAL JOBS. Opportunity Junction is also an innovative organization that is always looking to try things that will help their students succeed. We are proud to be a partner with them!

There are no words to explain how thankful I am for have been given the opportunity to participate in Opportunity Junction. Walking into the doors of Opportunity Junction I was a single mother on welfare for over a year, with little hope but I had the willingness to change. Over 6 months later I am a completely changed person. I now have a job and the self confidence and the skills to back me in most of my career choices. I can never say enough thanks for what this program and its staff have done for me.

It's hard to know where to start with a place as amazing as Opportunity Junction. When I walked through those doors, I had spent years on welfare, getting by doing odd jobs when I could, and generally with no confidence in myself. I came in for the computer skills, hoping to find a job, but I found so much more. The experience of having people there that cared about me and believed in me was amazing. The "life" skills were just what I needed to get some confidence in myself and learn to open up to other people. The sense of teamwork among the staff and fellow participants was something I had never experienced before, and it really made all the difference. When I graduated, I was given an internship that I was afraid of, and yet I did it and did it well. When I left Opportunity Junction, I hadn't quite found work, but I knew how to keep looking. Five months later, I had a job with Contra Costa County EHSD, where I still work 2+ years later and earn more than I ever have before. I'm back in school to finish my AA and I still work at Opportunity Junction with their Do It Yourself Tax Assistance Program. Opportunity Junction's programs are great because they are all about teaching you to be your own best advocate and I am so grateful that I found them. This program changed my life and the lives of many others for the better.

Opportunity Junction makes a difference in the lives of adults and their families. The organization fights poverty by helping low income Contra Costa residents gain the skills and confidence to support themselves and their families. After our clients participate in twelve weeks of training in computer and life skills, followed by several weeks of paid internship, our Hiring Partners help us place graduates into good jobs with opportunities for advancement. Most of our clients are parents, so the program impacts the welfare not only of the adults who graduate, but also countless children and grandchildren throughout Contra Costa County. Our graduates often describe the adversity in their lives and how the program has helped them become more confident and skilled.

The return for volunteering on this board is enormous. You see at each graduation the positive results of your efforts. Entire families are involved in the support of the clients and they are all so happy. May times it is the first "graduation" for the client. I interact with some graduates in other work I do and they are both competent and confident. The alumni group continues to give support to graduates and the program. If we had the funds we could replicate it in other cities or counties.

I found out about Opportunity Junction by word of mouth. I applied to be part of class 25. After being accepted, I knew it was sort of a last hope for me. I went through the 12 week training phase. It was really tough and there were many times I wanted to give up. August 29th will be my last day here at Opportunity Junction and I am so excited to start a new career with the skills gained from this wonderful program. Opportunity Junction is an awsome program. It gave me hope to become a better person for me and my family.

Each time I attend a graduation ceremony at Opportunity Junction I am inspired once again by the human success stories they make possible, by the commitment of the staff to the students and by the quality of the personal and job-related skills that have been implanted in the students. The program is very challenging to the participants, but the results are obvious especially in the changes that have taken place in each students as a result of their participation. An excellent program, well-organized and well-presented.

This non-profit was a huge stepping stone in my life. I was fresh out of a recovery program with no job skills. At Opportunity Junction I recieved the skills and confidence needed to obtain a job to become self-supporting. I also have huge hope for my future. I attend all the Alumni meetings to keep connected with the men and women who have overcome the same obsticles that I have. I recommend this program for anyone struggling to make it out there in this economy. Man or women this program can teach what you need to know to move to the next level in your life.

I came to this non profit with the hope and intention of becoming the best possible candidate for employment with very old skills and very low self esteem. I had been a homemaker for years by choice and unintentionally excluded myself from the job market. Also by being at home I enjoyed being a wife and mother depending solely on my husband for support. In retrospect this was very short sided as my husbands fulltime 27 year occupation was outsourced. Enter trial, tribulation and struggle. This Non profit is a beacon,a light in the darkness and a port in the storm! Long story short this program really works! It is comprehensive, condensed and complete! The staff are dedicated to excellence and very compassionate about each individual and that individual's success during the program and after when the individual is an Alumni. How can someone rate such a life changing experience as this. Can you count the stars in the sky?