Due to extreme temperatures on Thursday, July 2, 2026 Employment Horizons workshop area will be closed. We will also be closed on Friday, July 3rd, in observance of Independence Day. We will reopen on Monday, July 6th.

RISE- Readiness for Individual Success in Employment- is designed to assist young adults in transitioning from high school to adult life. Our RISE Program is geared towards people ages 16-24 who are no longer in high school, working fewer than 12 hours per week and are figuring out their next steps to reach their vocational goals.

This is a free program to eligible individuals, thanks to a grant from the New Jersey Department of Labor!

Services Provided

• Evaluation of skills, interests, and abilities
• Referral for basic skills instruction, if needed
• Employment Readiness Bootcamp, including:
· · Job seeking skills instruction
· · Soft skills training
· · Self-advocacy training
· · Workplace financial literacy
· · Traveling to work
· · And more!
• Paid job sampling in a community-based setting (Essex, Passaic, Morris or Sussex counties)
• Job coaching
• Job placement services
• Assistance in obtaining a GED, if interested
• Guidance in obtaining an apprenticeship, if interested

RISE Testimonials

Brittany


I'm in tears (happy tears)! I saw how well Reid is performing on the job. His communication skills are amazing!! Thank you sooooo much!!!! I appreciate all you poured into him. Reid is sooooo happy 😃

Who is eligible?

• Age 16-24
• Resident of Essex, Passaic, Morris or Sussex counties
• Have a documented disability or are willing to self-certify limitations
• May or may not have a high school diploma
• Interested in exploring employment
• Require support to prepare for, obtain, and maintain employment

How do I get started?

Contact Jamie Osborn, Manager of Training & Education to determine program eligibility and to sign up.

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Questions?

Contact Jamie Osborn, Manager of Training & Education at 973.538.8822 x232 or josborn@ehorizons.org.

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