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Re-Entry Provider Guide Essex County, Newark NJ Spring 2016 Presented by: Rutgers University - Newark Chancellor’s Office United States Attorney’s Office District of New Jersey
Re-Entry Provider Guide
Essex County, Newark NJ
Spring 2016
Presented by:
Rutgers University - Newark Chancellor’s Office
United States Attorney’s Office
District of New Jersey
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Table of Contents ………..…………………………………………………………………………... 1
II. Useful Numbers and Hotlines.…………………………………………………………………. 2
III. Specific Re-Entry services
Office of Re-Entry …………….…………………………………………………………….… 3
Newark Housing Authority………………………………………………………………… 5
Urban Renewal……..……………………………………………………………………………. 7
North Jersey Community Research Initiative……………….…………………….… 9
Essex County One Stop Career Center ……………………………………………… 11
Urban League of Essex County ………………………………………………………… 13
Newark One Stop Career Center …………………………………………………...… 14
Offender Aid & Restoration of Essex County……………………………………… 16
NJRC at Greater Newark Conservancy ……………………………………………… 18
Newark Emergency Services for Families, Inc………………………………….. 20
IV. Non- Specific services
La Casa De Don Pedro ………………………………………...………………………….. 22
La Casa De Don Pedro Educational Center II…………………………………… 24
Ironbound Community Corporations …………………………………………… 26
St. James Social Service Corporation …………………………………….……… 28
NJ Step…………………………………………………………………………….………….. 30
Project Live ……………………………………………………………………….………. 31
Action Staffing Group……..……………………………………………………….…… 34
Workonomics Staffing ………………………………………………………….…….. 35
Goodwill Rescue Mission……………………………………………………….……. 36
Salvation Army…………………………………………………………………….……… 37
V. Other
Men & Family Shelters ………………………………………...…………….……… 38
Soup Kitchen and Food Pantries………………………………………….…….. 39
Health Services………………..…………………………………………….………… 40
Mental Health Services…......................................………………….……………… 44
Education, Training and Disability Services…………………….…………… 45
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Useful Numbers and Hotlines
American Friends Service Committee 1-973-643-2205
Prisoner’s Resource Center
CDC National STD and AIDS Hotlines
Spanish: 1-800-344-7432
English: 1-800-227-8922
Alcoholics Anonymous (Newark) 1-973-824-0555
Division of Disability Services (DDS) 1-888-285-3036
Division of Youth & Family Services 1-800-792-8610
Legal Services of New Jersey 1-732-572-9100
Volunteer Lawyers For Justice 1-973-645-1951
NJ Motor Vehicle Commission 1-609-292-6500
Driver’s License Suspension Hotline 1-609-292-7500
Main Information 1-609-292-6500
Birth Certificate Help 1-973-733-6510
Newark Main Post Office 1-973-693-5361
For rental of P.O. boxes
Driver’s License Suspension Hotline 1-609-895-6886
Narcotics Anonymous 1-212-929-7117
National Suicide Crisis Hotline 1-800-784-2433
Social Security Office 1-800-772-1213
NJ Social Security Field Offices: Halstead Commons, 15-33 Halstead Street East Orange, NJ 0710 274 Springfield Avenue Newark, NJ 07103
New Jersey AIDS
STD Hotline 1-800-624-2377
Essex County Dept of Citizen Services – Division of Welfare 1-973-733-3000
To apply for NJ SNAP (Food Stamps) and other social services.
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Office of Re-Entry
Address: 1008 Broad Street, Newark, NJ 07102 Telephone Number: 1-862-214-6280 Best time to go: 8:30am to 4:30pm Best days to go: Monday through Friday Person to contact: Program Coordinator/NUAV: Al-Tariq Shabazz Telephone number: 973-577-7748 Walk-in or appointment: Walk-in Main service requested: job readiness, placement and assistance. Referrals for services offered by Newark One Stop – 990 Broad St, Newark, NJ 07102
Necessary documents: -Workforce New Jersey Customer Registration Form -Social Security Card -Birth Certificate and/or U.S. Passport -Photo Identification -Proof of address (current utility bill, telephone, cell, cable) -Proof of income (pay stubs, public assistance print out, child support, notarized letter if no income) -Resume -Equal Opportunity Form Other Services: assists with obtaining important documents such as birth certificates, driver’s licenses, and social security cards.
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Shelter Care Plus Housing Voucher Program: Applicant must have a history of incarceration or be post-incarcerated for 90 days or less, and/or chronic homelessness with disabilities. * Disabilities include chronic substance abuse, severe mental illness, Veterans, individuals with HIV/AIDs and victims of domestic violence. Project Hope: offers transitional work programs, case management and job training for Newark residents who have been convicted of a violent crime or gang affiliated. Participants work for 8 weeks with the Department of Sanitation and receive case management every Friday which includes workshops to address communication skills, interview techniques, resume preparation and job training skills. Upon completion of their transitional job, each participant will enter one of three training programs— automotive, construction and CDL. Cost to participant: none Located on busy Broad Street, it is suggested to either walk or get dropped off to this location. There is on street parking available, but you will have to drive around in order to find a parking spot. Parking is available on several lots along Broad Street (fees vary per hour).
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Please keep in mind that there are different branches of re-entry such as federal and state. The above is for state offered re-entry services.
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Newark Housing Authority
Address: 500 Broad Street, Newark NJ 07103 Telephone Number: 973-273-6000 Telephone Number to Check Status: 973-273-6127 Best hours to check status: Monday and Wednesday through Friday between 9:00am – 12:00pm and Tuesday between 1:00pm to 4:00pm Best time to go: Monday through Friday Best days to go: 8:30am – 4:30pm Walk-in or appointment: Walk-in Main service requested: Housing – Section 8, public and government housing. Located on the first floor of the facilities to the left once you walk in. The Newark Housing Authority conducts background checks on each member of the household. Emergency housing is no longer offered at this facility. Documents to bring to interview (as you near the top of waiting list):
- Birth certification/adoption papers for applicant and ALL persons who will live with you.
- Original social security card(s) - Identification with picture - Marriage certificate (if applicable) - 6 current paystubs, unemployment, child support for ALL who will live with
you. Also, 6 current bank statements, saving books or other documentation
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- Current income for every family member—SS, SSI, TANF, Pension award letter, or VA. For those without income, you must provide a letter stating no source of income for all adult members (notarized)
- Current rent receipt/gas and electric bill/child care expenses - Enrollment verification of all members 18 years or older currently enrolled in
school - Receipts for out-of-pocket monthly medical expenses for disabled or elderly
Other Services: Youth Development Clinic Youth Development Clinic located on the 3rd floor. Telephone number: 973-623-5080 Email address: office@ydcnj Offers licensed outpatient services for children and their families. Currently Accepting Medicaid.
As of 02/25/16: Public housing is only accepting applications for near elderly, elderly and disabled residents only. The Housing Choice Voucher Program is currently closed.
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Urban Renewal Corp
Address: 53 South Hackensack Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032 Telephone Number: 973-483-2882 Phone Directory (if you do not know the extension):
1) Emergency housing 2) Social services 3) Operations 4) Training center
Fax Number: 973-870-0247 Email for further information: [email protected] Best days to go: Monday through Friday Walk-in or appointment: This is not a walk-in facility; you must have a referral. Main service requested: Housing assistance – emergency, permanent, community corrections and transitional. Must be an adult who is 18 years or older to qualify. Documents to be seen: Must receive a referral from welfare (One Stop Center) Document to be seen for school program: Must receive placement from an unemployment agency or workforce staffing. The individual must specifically ask to be placed here. Additional Services:
- Training and development center: Employment Recycling Services
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Computer Technology Training provides hands-on training. Teachers assist each individual to learn the skills to refurbish computers, build them from the parts up, train how to use/operate Windows 10 as well as various Apple products. Each participant in the program will have an evaluation filled out to document their progress.
Referrals to outside agencies to assist in addiction services and supportive services for mental health, medical and other therapeutic services.
This facility is located less than 15 minutes from the downtown Newark area by car. Make sure that if you are using a GPS system that you put “Urban Renewal Corp” within the search bar or specify the address. There is parking available in the large parking lot located by the entrance, when you walk in you will be on the first floor of Urban Renewal, there are offices located on the second floor to assist you with where you need to go. Notes:
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North Jersey Community Research Initiative
Address: 393 Central Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103 Telephone Number: 973-483-3444 Website: www.njcri.org
Project Renew, Corrections MAI Prison Discharge Planning Project Project Director: Henry Iwuala 973-483-3444 x 222 Project Manager: Lela Keels 973-483-3444 x 204 Discharge Case Manager/Referral Contact: Jill Wade 973-483-3444 x 234 Discharge Case Manager/Referral Contact: Anaida Elysee 973-483-3444 x 226 Services: Recently released male and female inmates returning to Newark Metro Area Main service requested: outreach and discharge planning for eligible Department of Corrections (DOC) inmates currently transitioning from custody at Northern State Prison and local DOC halfway houses. Also, post discharge follow-up, medical transportation and referrals and linkages for all HIV positive released individuals for the Aids Drug Distribution Program (ADDP). Other services requested: provides post-discharge planning services to eligible individuals recently released (up to 6 months) from the DOC. Case management, medical and social services and linkages to care are also available.
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Specialized services Healthy Relationships: Ran by coordinator, Loretta Shelton, this project assists HIV positive clients with development of healthy lifestyle. Group meetings are held which include discussion of issues ranging from the decision to disclose HIV status to developing healthy eating habits. Healthy Relationships Contact: Loretta Shelton 973-485-3444 x 204 Treatment Access Project (TAP): This project assists clients in securing various levels of drug treatment. TAP Senior Case Manager Contact: Sherman Glasco 973-485-3444 x 220
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Essex County One-Stop Career Center
Address: 50 S. Clinton Street, 3rd floor, East Orange NJ 07018 Telephone Number: 973-395-5839 Documents to be seen: Prison release ID (30 days) Best time to go: 8:30am – 9:30am (early morning); 3:00-4:00pm (before closing) Best days to go: None. Open Monday through Friday 8:30 – 4:30pm Contact for entry: Sandy Jones; 973-395-8622 Walk-in or appointment: Walk-ins, appointments can be arranged if an emergency exists. Main service requested: Workforce re-entry. One-on-one assistance with finding employment. Access to computer, fax machine, copy machine, and phones to assist with sending resumes and finding jobs. Resume development assistance, reemployment orientations, job matching based on credentials of resume, access to job fairs and assistance are also provided. Services: Men and women Other Services requested: vocational training, literacy and adult basic education If you are coming off of Freeway Drive West, make sure to stay in the right lane as not to miss the building. Parking is difficult unless you arrive when they open; it is recommended that you be dropped off. Parking can be found on side streets such as Beech Street (residential area). There is a line, but it moves quickly and you are able
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to sit inside after you check in. Make sure you are clear to the receptionist the reason for your visit so you are sent to the correct floor. Notes:
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Address: 508 Central Avenue, Newark, NJ 07107 Telephone Number: 973-624-9535 Website: www.ulec.org
Urban Youth Empowerment Program – Face Forward Program Director: Shonique Banks 973-624-9535 x116 Program Supervisor: Rhonda Birdsong 973-624-9535 x168 Population Served: Newark Resident, Ages 16-24, Has juvenile record, do not possess an adult criminal record, and is ambitious and motivated. Services: The goal is to prepare youth for entry into world of work through provision services and supports
o Assistance creating a personalized Individual Career and Education Plan (which sets future career goals and strategies for achievement).
o Workforce Fundaments Training and Career preparation to include, seminars, virtual/physical college tours, career fairs and career exposure seminars.
o Support identifying and preparing for new job opportunities. (Includes defining the steps to obtaining a job from the job search process to the interview).
o Create a resume packet from cover letter to thank you letter. o Information/assistance regarding free and low-cost training and education
programs o Counseling services, either in-person or by phone, to discuss progress
towards achieving educational and career goals and troubleshoot challenges. o Services such as financial planning, housing counseling, and legal advice. o Access to weekly FACE FORWARD workshops and special events on topics
such as how to discuss your juvenile record with employers, networking in the 21st century, budgeting, and credit repair.
o Stipends and incentives based on performance outcomes and personal benchmarks.
Best days/time to go: Monday - Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm Contact(s): Cassandra Cooper, Youth Advocate 973-624-9535 x184
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Newark One-Stop Career Center
Address: 990 Broad Street, Newark, NJ 07102 Telephone Number: 973-648-3370 Documents to be seen: Prison release ID (30 days) Best time to go: 8:30am – 9:30am (early morning); 1:00-2:00pm (after lunch) Best days to go: Open Monday through Friday 8:30 – 4:30pm Contact for reentry: Weldon Montague; 973-648-7379 Director of Employment & Training: Norma Gonzalez; [email protected] Walk-in or appointment: Walk-ins. To be accepted you must go through an orientation with Mr. Montague. Main service requested: Workforce re-entry. One-on-one assistance with finding employment. Access to a computer, fax machine, copy machine, and phones to assist with sending resumes and finding jobs. Resume development assistance, reemployment orientations, job matching based on credentials of resume, access to job fairs and assistance are also available. Orientations are given often, one to two per day (may vary please call ahead). Services: both men and women Other Services requested: vocational training, literacy and adult basic education courses.
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Located on a busy street, there are parking spots located directly out front of the building but you will have to drive around to find a parking spot with a meter. There is a parking lot located next to the building, which says, “Prudential Center” you are able to park there for a fee. Upon arrival at 7:30am, there was a line out the door waiting to gain entry, but it moves rather quickly once you are checked in. Notes:
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Offender Aid & Restoration of Essex County
Address: 303 Washington Street, 3rd floor, Newark NJ 07102 Telephone Number: 973-373-0100 Documents to be seen: state identification is the universal document for all services. Depending on what services you will be receiving—Prison release ID (30 days), driver’s license, and/or social security card. You will be informed what you will need to bring. Best time to go: Anytime Best days to go: None. Open Monday through Friday 8:30 – 4:00pm Contact: Jennie Brown and Rodney Roberts Walk-in or appointment: Walk-ins, appointments are rarely needed Main service requested: Re-entry and outpatient rehabilitation services Services: Both men and women Other Services requested: Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) and probation assistance. Help with Drug and Alcohol screenings, individual and group counseling, HIV education/Wellness group, family/couple therapy and groups, case managements. Limited referrals for housing, transportation and social services. Morning group sessions: M/W/F - 9:00am until 12:15pm Evening group sessions: M/T/W – 6:00pm until 9:00pm Weekend sessions: dependent upon clients’ needs but Saturday sessions are available if arranged.
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Specialty program: PATCH program: created to help the children of offenders. Enrichment program for children with incarcerated or recently released offenders. Provides children with recreational and educational activities. Also, gives support to caregivers. Located on a one-way street, be careful not to miss it on your left hand side or you will have to circle around the block again. There was no difficulty finding parking—there is metered parking located on both sides of the street, the parking lots are not accessible to visitors of the facility, only employees. Notes:
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New Jersey Re-Entry Corporation at Greater Newark Conservancy
Address: 32 Prince Street, Newark, NJ 07103 Telephone Number: 973-642-4646 Fax Number: 973-642-2218 Documents to be seen: Please call for a referral form or further information. All referrals must be submitted via fax to Marilyn Cooper of NJRC at Greater Newark Conservancy. Hours of operation: 9:00am – 5:00pm Best days to go: Monday through Friday Walk-in or appointment: Referrals are necessary. Case Managers: Marilyn Cooper and Sam Sweeney Employment Specialists: Cynthia Rojas and Jeran Crawford Social Worker: Melissa Percifield, MSW Services: All clients will receive one full week of orientation which includes computer training, personal network building workshops, life skills training, financial literacy and transportation reimbursement for work related travel. Employment skills: resume creation, job assistance, soft skills work, interview preparation, workplace etiquette, criminal records workshop, resume
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Other services provided Employment: Specialists will guide you in your job search and assist you with leads to find employment that’s right for you. Legal Assistance: Network of pro bono lawyers can provide free legal assistance to resolve existing legal issues such as warrants, parking tickets, identification challenges and other barriers to employment. Addiction Treatment: Referral assistance for substance abuse. Case Management: Help connect you with clothing welfare benefits, housing, and healthcare and community programs. Notes:
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Newark Emergency Services for Families, Inc
Address: 983 Broad Street, Newark, NJ 07102 Telephone Number: 973-639-2100 Documents to be seen: birth certificate, rental agreement, social security card (dependent upon service) Best time to go: afternoon Best days to go: Tuesday through Thursday; Monday and every other Friday is the most crowded Contact: Mr. Charles Walk-in or appointment: Walk-ins, appointments are possible Emergency Services Case Manager: Charlene Barkley; 973-639-2100 ext. 259 or cbarkley@nesfnj Main service requested: rental assistance, first month’s rent/security deposit and back rent Services: both men and women Other Services requested: - Family success program for new parents/grandparents/caregivers - Welfare assistance - Alcohol and drug counseling by Mr. Johnson from Integrity House - Job placement and assistance - Food pantries and banks
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- Drop in: use of showers and washer and dryer
Parking to get to this building is difficult, there is parking which costs $8.00 per hour available by Green Street and metered parking along Franklin and Hall Street. It was not too busy in the morning upon visitation; you cannot walk into the building but must be bussed in by the security guard. You must check in with the front desk and will be called in groups of five to six to use the facilities, which are available behind the doors to the left of reception. It is highly recommended that you are dropped off at this location and picked up if possible. Notes:
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La Casa De Don Pedro
Address: 39 Broadway, Newark NJ 07104 Telephone Number: 973-481-4713 Division Director: Rosalina ‘Wendy’ Melendez; [email protected] Contact (job development): Gregory Hodne; 973-481-4713; [email protected] Walk-in or appointment: Walk-ins are accepted, appointments are recommended Main service requested: job development—public assistance recipients to enter the workforce as part of the WorkForce Initative.
1) Workforce learning link: computer based classroom they offer – Adult Basic Education and High School Equivalency certificate. Classes are Monday through Friday in the morning and afternoon.
a. Most submit to testing to become a client 2) Welfare to Work Initiative: job readiness program available to those with a
dependence on public benefits—workplace orientation, testing, basic educational classes, life-skills orientation and referrals for assistance.
a. Eligibility—must be referred by WorkForce NJ Services: Men and women Other Services requested: - home energy assistance programs
Required documents: proof of gross monthly income for all household members 18+. Those with zero income must submit proof via a signed written statement/ $0 printout from unemployment office
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If anyone in the household is a full time student—current proof of status Social security cards for ALL household members Current utility bill (all pages) and most recent fuel bill if applicable Copy of current lease, filled out Tenant Verification Form/or current proof
of home ownership. Proof of TRA/Section 8 Doctors note (original, not copied) for cooling if applicable
- Adult education Monday through Thursday classed for those who have not earned a high
school degree and wishes to pursue a GED certificate/degree. o English and Math is the focus within the classroom with others
available online Eligibility: Two forms of identification to take the GED test that shows
your NJ address. There is a $50 fee for taking the test. Not have graduated high school or have a high school level certificate or diploma. You must not be enrolled in high schools and at least 16 years of age.
o 17-17 years of age you must provide Certificate of Consent signed by a parent or a legal guardian
There is parking on the street, pay careful attention to the signs for where you are legally able to park. There is a small parking lot located in front of La Casa De Don Pedro community center, but at most hours it is filled. The best time to go would be around 9:00 – 10:30am when traffic is minimal. It is suggested that you call before arriving so you can see when is the best time to arrive based on the services you wish to seek. It is located to the left of the preschool but inside the same building. They no longer specialize in re-entry but if you are on public assistance, you can receive services. Notes:
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La Casa De Don Pedro Educational Center II
Address: 39 Broadway, Newark NJ 07104 Telephone Number: 973-481-4091 Director: Wanda Recio; [email protected] Best time to contact: After 10:00/10:30am Hours of operation: Monday through Friday 8:25am – 3:05pm (preschool) Wraparound program: Monday through Friday 7:00am – 8:25am/ 3:05pm – 5:30pm Main service requested: Childcare for children between 3 and 4 years old Eligibility:
1) Newark Resident ( 3 proofs of residency is required) 2) Age 3 or 4 on/before October 1st of the year of enrollment 3) Proof of immunizations 4) Universal Health exam
Other program information: - Bilingual/bicultural learning environment in the City of Newark - Curriculum provided by the board of education - 2:15 ratio for teacher to children as well as volunteers - free breakfast and lunch provided on premises
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Pedro community center, but at most hours it is filled. Call to make an appointment during open enrollment. Upon entrance to the building you must ring the bell located right next to the door (blue) to gain access to preschool facility. You must call ahead, do not just show up without previous contact. Notes:
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Administrative Offices: 317 Elm Street Newark, NJ 97195 973-465-0555
Family Success Centers Services:
Family Success Planning: Families sit down with a service worker to set out a strategy for achieving their goals – like finding a job or learning new ways to help their child with homework.
Parenting Programs: Parents exchange ideas with each other and gain knowledge from trained staff on how to reach their fullest potential as parents. They then organize field trips and support circles to further engage with each other and hone their parenting skills.
Parent-child activities: The centers create recreational and learning opportunities so parents and children can spend time together. Art projects, park days and movie nights foster a sense of community between families.
Healthcare access: Health vans bring the hospital right into the community. Our staff work to get families insured, and workshops on asthma and nutrition keep families healthy and informed.
Economic self-sufficiency: Hundreds of families get EITC tax preparation help that brings thousands of unexpected dollars into their homes. They also come to our center to build a resume, find a job, or participate in workshops on how to save money.
Life skills: Free civics classes help prep immigrants for the citizenship exam. Staff coach community members on how to improve their leadership skills – so they can fight for the rights of their community.
Housing: Stands with families as they struggle to maintain affordable housing in the Ironbound and ensure that their living conditions are dignified.
Family Worker Outreach Services:
Staff Community Provider Preschools throughout Newark that are part of the early education program funded by the state and formerly known as the “Abbott program.
Connect parents to needed resources, boost parents’ involvement with their child’s educational experiences and educate parents on a healthy relationship
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Contact Information
Ironbound Community Center
Adult Education After School Essex County College Summer Arts 432 Lafayette St. Newark, NJ 07105 o. 973-465-0947 f. 973-589-4668
Family Success Center- West
Senior Citizen Services Community Development Environmental Justice Family Worker Outreach Sandy Relief 317 Elm St. Newark, NJ 07105 o. 973-465-0555 f. 973-465-9505 Family Success Center- East Community Gardens Community Development Environmental Justice Education Sandy Relief 29 Cortland St. Newark, NJ 07105 o. 973-344-5949 f. 973-344-0397
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St. James Social Service Corporation
Address: 604 Dr Martin Luther King Jr. BLVD, Newark, NJ 07102 Mailing Address: 588 Dr Martin Luther King Jr. BLVD, Newark, NJ 07102 Telephone Number: 973-624-4007 Email (main): [email protected] Population: Both men and women Services: HIV Prevention & Counseling—aims to reduce new HIV/AIDS infections & identify those who test positive and provide:
HIV Anti-body testing (Incentives Provided) Case Management Emergency Food Bags Rental Assistance Utility Assistance (Ryan White Clients Accepted)
Contact: Kendall Clark extension 202 Email: [email protected] Health and Wellness Food Pantry—to receive food, clients must bring picture ID, social security card and proof of income for the head of the household and birth certificate for children 16 years and younger, letter of referral from any Social Service agency (Welfare Dept., Newark Emergency Services for Families, Essex Legal Services if any required identification is missing). Hours and days of operation (Food Pantry): Thursday & Friday 12:00pm – 2:00pm (Registration and Distribution)
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Hours and days of operation (Emergency Assistance Food Pantry only): Monday through Friday. Registration begins 300-3:30pm and Distribution from 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Is a Ryan White Food Pantry provider This is a once a month (30 days) emergency assistance food program Referral is required. Please call first.
St. James Soup Kitchen Christian Cafe—The Blake House, please use front entrance. Lunch: Monday – Friday 12:00 – 2:00pm Dinner: Monday 4:00pm-5:00pm Thursday 5:00pm-6:00pm Friday 4:00pm-5:00pm Workplace readiness: Adults are trained annually through Job Readiness and Home Health Aid Certification programs. Clients are referred by the Essex County or Newark One Stop agencies. Clothing Distribution: one the third Saturday of each month, low income members of the community can come and take clothing for free. At-Risk Youth: Intergenerational Afterschool Program and Safe Haven Summer Peace Camp provide a safe and nurturing environment for children ages 5-12 in the afternoon during the school year and for 6 weeks during the summer. IAP is a tutorial-based and provides children a hot meal. The Peace Camp provides children with a strong academic program and recreational activities. Crisis Prevention Services: Those facing homelessness or are suddenly homeless receive services from specialists which include providing food, clothing, and pending funding, rental/mortgage and utility assistance. Referrals are provided for emergency shelter, and substance abuse detoxification and counseling.
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NJ STEP
Newark Address: Rutgers University, Chancellor’s Office, 123 Washington Street Newark, NJ 0710 Mountainview address: Rutgers University Business School, Room 4044, 100 Rockefeller Rd. Piscataway, NJ 08854 Telephone Number: 848-445-9251 Contact: Margaret Atkins – Director of NJ-Step Christopher Agans – Mountainview Program Director Regina Diamond-Rodriquez – Mountainview-Newark Program Coordinator Jeff Melillo – Mountainview-New Brunswick Senior Program Coordinator Services: The New Jersey Scholarship and Transformative Education in Prisons Consortium is an association of higher education institution in New Jersey that works in partnership with the State of New Jersey Department of Correction and New Jersey State Parole Board to provide higher education courses for all students under the custody of the state of New Jersey while they are incarcerated and assist in the transition to college life upon their release into the community. Academic counselors heal plan for release from prison and central Admission Officers help students get accepted into colleges. NJ-Step Mountainview—associated with student organization (MVP-SO) which promote awareness regarding incarceration, recidivism, criminal justice and the benefits of a higher education.
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Project Live, Inc
Address: 465-475 Broadway Newark, NJ 07104 Telephone Number: 973-481-1211 Email: [email protected]
Projects for Assistance in Transitioning from Homelessness (PATH) Contact: Debra Underwood—Coordinator (PATH) Tanisha Ginlock—Benefits Coordinator/Trainer Service: PATH utilizes outreach techniques to engage homeless people with mental illness who are not engaged with mental health services. Their goal is to re-integrate consumers with local mainstream services.
PATH Support & Peer Counselors outreach at emergency shelters, motels, train and bus stations, airport, park in and around the Newark area and many more environments.
The PATH staff trains case workers at other social service agencies
Residential Programs Contact: Damyanti Aurora [email protected] Criteria for Residential Home:
Have a serious or persistent mental illness (i.e., Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder or Depression)
Be 18 years of age or older Demonstrate sufficient psychiatric stability such that he/she does not require
inpatient services.
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For a referral made to the 450/MICA and 324/IRP programs individuals referred from a state hospital with a minimum of a four-month length of stay will be given priority.
Be a resident of Essex County Application Procedure:
Referrals may be made by families, providers of mental health services and other social services agencies.
Applicant will be asked to sign release of information during first interview, to enable Project LIVE to obtain background information.
Once the completed application is received it will be thoroughly reviewed. You will be contacted in writing as to its disposition.
Supportive Housing
Criteria for Supportive Housing:
Have a serious and persistent mental illness diagnosed on Axis I (DSM-IV), such as Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder or Major Depression.
Be 18 years of age or older Demonstrate sufficient psychiatric stability such that they do not require
inpatient services Agree to sign a lease, which identifies the contracting parties’ rights and
responsibilities Application Procedure:
Referrals may be made by a referring source or the prospective tenant him/herself.
Applicant will be asked to sign release of information during first interview, to enable Project Live to obtain background information.
The Supportive Housing Director will schedule an interview with the applicant if he/she meets the eligibility criteria. If the applicant does not meet eligibility criteria, the referring source will be notified in writing stating the reason for refusal.
MICE Residential Programs
Individuals must have a serious and persistent mental illness diagnosed on
such as Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder or Major Depression. Co-existing, diagnosed substance abuse/addiction disorder.
Persons must be an adult18 years of age or older. Must be an Essex County resident. Is capable of developing skills enabling him/her to live in a less restrictive,
more independent environment. (e.g. medication management, transportation, and other activities of daily living).
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Willing to be engaged in daily, goal-directed activity (e.g. partial care, vocational training, employment, and school).
The individual must demonstrate sufficient psychiatric stability such that s/he does not require inpatient services (i.e. not a danger to self, others, or property).
Assessed to have a Global Level of Functioning of 4 or above (does not require institutional care or others to be responsible for most self-care functions).
Free of serious medical conditions that would require home-specialized staff and/or home nursing care.
Free of communicable diseases as certified by a medical doctor. Individuals must be substance-free for three months before referral and be
willing to engage in a substance abuse/addiction treatment program. For individuals who have not achieved or maintained sobriety at time of
referral, Project Live may request that he complete an inpatient detoxification or MICA rehabilitation program before admission into the program.
Is able to comprehend and agree to enter into a residential program service agreement that identifies the contracting parties’ rights and responsibilities.
For Ridge Street House, s/he must fall within low-income guidelines as defined by HUD (department of Housing and Urban Development).
For MICA/450 Group Home (Roseville), at the time of referral the individual is an inpatient at a state psychiatric hospital. and be hospitalized for at least 4 months at that facility.
Application Procedure:
Referrals may be made by families, providers of mental health services and other social services agencies.
Applicant will be asked to sign release of information during first interview, to enable Project Live to obtain background information.
Once the completed application is received it will be thoroughly reviewed. You will be contacted in writing as to its disposition.
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Action Staffing Group
Address: 1137 Elizabeth Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07201 Telephone Number: 908 469 7251 ext 222 President & Chief Operating Officer: Daniel Weiss; 917-385-1957 Best time to contact: none provided. Hours of operation: Monday through Friday 3:00am until 5:00pm. If there is an emergency, you may call the cell phone after 5:00pm and you will receive a call back ( 917-385-1957) Website: www.actionstaffing-group.com Main service requested: job placement for Central and Northern New Jersey residents Specialties: direct hire, temporary to permanent staffing, CDL driver staffing/ assistance gaining license if applicable, light industrial and administrative placements Walk in or appointment: walk-in, you will have to wait in a line to be seen regardless of the hour or day. There is parking on the street, pay careful attention to the signs for where you are legally able to park. After visiting twice, it is difficult to find parking on Elizabeth Avenue. Make a right at the light and there is metered parking on the side street. There are currently 11 job postings outside and more posted throughout the inside. There is a waiting room, public accessible bathroom and a television for your enjoyment while waiting.
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Workonomics Staffing Resources
Address: 24 Commerce Street, Suite 1834 Newark, NJ 17102 Telephone Number: 973-824-0417 Person to contact: Toni Williams Best time to contact: call in the morning to receive your call returned for the next business day. Hours of operation: Monday through Friday 8:00am until 4:00pm, but there are no walk-in hours Website: www.workonomics.com Main service requested: job placement for Newark residents Specialties: direct hire, temporary to permanent staffing, CDL driver staffing/ assistance gaining license if applicable, light industrial and administrative placements Walk in or appointment: appointment ONLY. There is parking on the street, but a lot of times trucks are unloading or passengers are being dropped off so it is better to be dropped off in front of the building. There are parking garages for your convenience; they cost $8 an hour to park. In order to gain access to the elevators you have to check in with state issued identification or driver’s license and sign in.
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Goodwill Rescue Mission
Address: 79 University Avenue, Newark NJ 07108 Telephone Number: 973-621-9560 Website: www.grmnewark.org Best days to go: seven days a week Check-in hours: 3:00pm – 7:00pm Main service requested: emergency shelter, showers including hot meals, clothing, hygiene products and access to warm showers Other services requested: the current institution can hold up to 43 men a night – different for inclement weather. Gateway Program – for acceptance, men must complete 30 to 90 day trial period in which they are offered psychiatric referrals, workshops to help reestablish work habits. D.E.A.P.E.R – four phases of a 9 to 12 month program. Each resident of the program has several resources available—individual and group counseling, financial planning, life-skills training, vocational development, and educational and employment services. D.E.A.P.E.R (life transitional program) director- Carmella Hutson
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Salvation Army
Services: The Salvation Army offers services that include after school programs, childcare, clothing distribution, correctional services, emergency disaster services (EDS), feeding programs, homeless shelters, seasonal assistance, senior services, veterans/military personnel services. Location #1 45 Central Avenue Newark 973-538-0997 http://newjersey.salvationarmy.org/NewJersey/newark Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Bus lines: 24, 44 Note: Bring prison release papers; picture I.D., proof of address. One visit every 30 days, after 15th of the month. Location #2 699 Springfield Avenue Newark 973-375-5933 Hours: Tues. - Fri. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Bus lines: 25 Note: No referral needed for first visit, but needed for next visits. Bring photo I.D. and social security card. One visit every 60 days Location #3 430 Main St., East Orange 973-672-0262 http://newjersey.salvationarmy.org/NewJersey/orange Hours: Mon. - Fri. 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Bus lines: 21 Note: Must be resident of the Oranges and show proof of address (rent receipt, utility bills, plus 2 forms of I.D.)and proof of any government benefits received. One food package every 90 days.
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Men and Family Shelters
Goodwill Rescue Mission 79 University Avenue Center Sign in 3:00pm – 7:30pm Population: Men *Shelter, Men’s showers, Clothing, Food Newark Transitional Supervised Living Program Corporation 212 Peshine Avenue, Newark NJ 07108 973-242-1119 Population: Men Note: Welfare Needed Apostles’ House 16-18 Grant Street Shelter: 973-482-8865 Transit: 973-375-7447 Relocation funds: 973-482-0625 Population: Families with children/ex-offender Note: Welfare/referral needed Positive Healthcare INC 333 Washington St #1 973-596-9667 Population: Families, single adults Note: Welfare/referral needed St. Rocco’s – Catholic Community Services 3685 7th Street Newark, NJ 07103 Newark, NJ 07103 973-371-5266 Population: Men Note: Short term shelter only.
Please call ahead to these places. Due to limited spots there may be a waiting list.
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Food Pantries
St. James RC Church 143 Madison Street Newark, NJ 973-344-8322 Referral Needed. St. James Social Service Corporation 22 Mulberry Street Newark, NJ 973-624-4007 Mon through Sat: Breakfast – 8:30am -9:00am Lunch – 11:30am – 12:30pm First Hopewell Baptist Church 525 Orange Street Newark, NJ 973-485-8100 Food Pantry: 8:00am House of Mercy Mission 573 Springfield Avenue 973-642-6226 Pantry and Meal Program Tues/Thurs/Sat: 10:00am – 4:00pm Family Success Center FOCUS 441-443 Broad Street 973-624-2528 ext. 114 Pantry: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-noon. Note: Call first. Referral, ID and proof of income required.
Please make sure to call the number before you go since times and days may be subject to change.
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Health Services
Broadway Health Center 741 Broadway Newark, NJ 07104 973-483-1300 Children, Men and Women Services: Adult and family medicine, ancillary services, Dental services, ear, nose, and throat, OB/Gyn, Optometry, Pediatric Services, Healthy Start Program Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm Dental Hours: 9am- 7pm Dayton St. Health Center 101 Ludlow Street Newark, NJ 07114 973-565-0355 Children, Men and Women Services: Adult medicine, pediatrics, dental, Ob/Gyn, Podiatry, HIV testing, Nutritionist Hours: Adult medicine/ Dental: (Mon-Fri) 9am-7pm (Sat) 9am-5pm Pediatrics: (Mon-Sat) 9am-5pm Ob/Gyn: (Mon-Fri) 9am-5pm HIV Testing: (M/T/Thurs) 8am-3:30 pm Second Tuesday of the Month: (2pm-3:30 pm) Wednesday: 2- 3:30 pm Friday: 9 am- 4:30 pm East Orange Primary Care Center 444 William Street East Orange, NJ 07017 973-675-1900 Services: Pediatrics, Immunization, Dental Services, PAP testing, Rehab and Restorative services, HIV and Hepatitis A, B and C testing, Contraceptive Management, Smoke and tobacco use cessation, Optometry, Prophylxis, Fluoride treatment, mammogram, child lead screening, emergency services and sealants Hours: Adult, Pediatrics and Dental (Mon-Fri) 9 am- 7 pm (Sat) 9 am – 5pm Ob/Gyn (Mon-Fri) 9 am- 5pm Optometry (Mon) 9 am- 6 pm ENT (Mon/Wed) 4 pm- 7pm (Fri) 12 pm- 5pm Podiatry (Tues) 9 am- 5 pm HIV Testing (Mon/Thurs/ Fri/Sat) 9 am- 4:30 pm (Wed) 2:30am - 4:30 pm
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Health Services (Cont’d) Irvington Community Health Care 1148-1150 Springfield Ave Irvington, NJ 07111 973-399-6292 Services: Adult medicine, pediatric services, immunization, oral exam, and surgery, rehab services, HIV, Hepatitis A,B and C testing, eye exams, mammogram, childhood lead testing, emergency services, contraceptive management, prophylaxis, fluoride treatment, sealants, restorative services, smoke and tobacco use cessation and pap testing Hours: Adult Medicine (Monday – Friday) 9 AM - 7 PM (Saturday) 9 AM - 5 PM Pediatrics (Monday – Friday) 9 AM - 7 PM (Saturday) 9 AM - 5 PM Dental (Monday – Friday) 9 AM - 7 PM (Saturday) 9 AM - 5 PM Ob/Gyn (Monday – Friday) 9 AM - 5 PM Podiatry (Monday) 9 AM - 5 PM BH (Monday) 9 AM - 5 PM HIV Testing (Monday – Friday) 8 AM - 4 PM (Saturday) 8 AM - 4:30 PM Orange Community Health Care Center 37 North Day St. 3rd Floor Orange, NJ 07050 973-395-2611 Services: Adult medicine, pediatric services, immunization, oral exam, and surgery, rehab services, HIV, Hepatitis A,B and C testing, eye exams, mammogram, childhood lead testing, emergency services, contraceptive management, prophylaxis, fluoride treatment, sealants, restorative services, smoke and tobacco use cessation and pap testing Hours: Adult, Pediatrics, Podiatry and Nutrition (Mon-Fri) 9 am- 5 pm Homeless Health Care 110 Williams St. Newark, NJ 07102 973-733-5300 Services: Adult medicine, pediatric services, immunization, oral exam, and surgery, rehab services, HIV, Hepatitis A, B and C testing, eye exams, mammogram, childhood lead testing, emergency services, contraceptive management, prophylaxis, fluoride treatment, sealants, restorative services Hours: please call
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Health Services (Cont’d) PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF METRO NJ 151 Washington Street Newark 973-622-3900 https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-metropolitan-new-jersey Hours: Mon., Tues., Fri. 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed., Thurs. 8:30 am - 7:00 pm Bus lines: 13, 27, 25, 34, 39 Services Provides gynecological exams, pregnancy testing/counseling, STD testing/counseling, and emergency contraception. Sliding scale fees based on income and family size, Medicaid accepted. PROJECT CONNECT Hyacinth AIDS Foundation 155 Washington Street Suite 206 Newark 973-565-0300 Hotline: 800-433-0254 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Bus lines: 25, 34, 29, 39 Services: The Hyacinth Foundation provides HIV testing and counseling, case management, treatment advocacy, some financial support for housing and utility payments, support groups, information about legal rights and benefits, “buddy” services, and other help. Project Connect is a support group for people released from prison who are HIV+ or have AIDS, meets twice a month on the first and third Wednesday of each month, from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm ISAIAH HOUSE/POSITIVELY SPEAKING 238 North Munn Avenue East Orange 973-678-5882 http://www.isaiahhouse.org/positively-speaking.php Hours: Open 7 days Bus lines: 41 Services: Special Services at Isaiah House provides confidential HIV testing and counseling, support groups, short term shelter and food assistance; some rental and utility assistance is available for East Orange residents only.
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Health Services (Cont’d) AIDS RESOURCE CENTER 505 West Market Street Newark 973-481-0009 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Bus lines: 24, 21 Services: Provides case manager by appointment, home delivered meals, educational workshops, support group (Mon., Tues., and Thurs. 1:30 to 3:00 pm), food pantry. Need to bring photo I.D. and referral. Notes:
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Mental Health Services Mt. Carmel Guild Behavioral Healthcare 58 Freeman Street Newark, NJ 07102 973 596-4190 University Behavioral Healthcare 183 South Orange Avenue Newark, NJ 07103-2770 973 972-4818 Service: Partial Care Intensive Outpatient Treatment & Support Services Family Connections Wellness House 280 So. Harrison Street East Orange, NJ 07018 973 666-1910 Service: Intensive Outpatient Early Intervention Support Services University Behavioral Healthcare 183 South Orange Avenue Newark, NJ 07103 973 972-6100 Service: Crisis Intervention Services Integrated Case Management Services Mt. Carmel Guild Behavioral Healthcare 273 Oliver Street Newark, NJ 07105 973 522-2100 Homeless Services (PATH) Newark Only Project Live 465-475 Broadway Newark, NJ 07104 973 481-1211
New Jersey Mental Health Care 1-862-202-HELP (4357)
Mental Health Association of Essex County 973-509-9777
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Education and Training Services
Essex County College Zachary Yamba Building Room 5117 303 University Ave. Newark, NJ 07102 973-877-3400 http://www.essex.edu WISE Women’s Center Essex County College, Yellow Area Room 3276 303 University Ave. Newark, NJ 07102 M-F 8:30am – 4:00pm 973-877-3395 Director: Susan MacDonnell [email protected] Coordinator: David Hill [email protected] Essex County Vocational Technical schools Adult Education 91 West Market Street Newark, NJ 07103 Phone: 973-412-2050 http://www.essextech.org/ Newark Adult High School West Side High School 403 South Orange Avenue Newark, NJ 07103 Principal: Lashawa Gibson Phone: 973-733-6977 Email: [email protected] http://www.nps.k12.nj.us/info/adult-education-information/ No Fee for classes, $20 book fee
Disability Services
Arc of Essex County Inc. 21 Beechtree Rd. West Caldwell, NJ 07006 (973)535-1181 http://arcessex.org/
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