Local job training group gets assist in efforts to help those affected by opioid crisis

Funding from the grant will help provide both employment and support services by paying for temporary workers in public or nonprofit organizations, supplementing training of new hires through on-the-job training, or paying for training and support services for those who want to become Certified Substance Abuse Counselors. All services include a thorough assessment of participants needs, interests and abilities, as well as job search assistance and even support with housing, transportation and childcare costs when needed.

“With the high concentration of mortality due to opioid overdose in the Mother Lode, we look forward to equipping our local partners and community with additional funding to address and mitigate the opioid crisis,” said MLJT Executive Director Dave Thoeny.

Public or nonprofit organizations interested in having a worker assist them in addressing the opioid crisis should contact Emily Graham, Opioid Grant Coordinator, at (209) 536-4702 or by email at 30TUegraham@mljt.orgU30T.

Individuals who are interested in receiving services should contact the main office at (209) 588-1150 or visit mljt.org to find their nearest job center.

Since 1983, Mother Lode Job Training has been providing no-cost services for eligible job seekers and employers through one-stop job centers located in Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa and Tuolumne counties.