Adult Services
Advance Central PA offers a variety of services to help job seekers looking for training, employment, and career opportunities. In addition to the specialized programs below, please view a full listing of job seeker services by visiting the Central PA CareerLink® website.
Central Connections
Your journey to start a new career isn’t one you have to take alone. Advance Central PA staff places your success as our top priority, and we’ll help you plan the action steps needed to meet your goals. You’ll have a staff person dedicated to learning about you and your goals in order to help you navigate and connect to skills training, community resources, long term employment, and everything in between.
We have tools and resources to help you identify your skills, strengths, abilities, and needs so that we can help you develop a customized plan that we’ll adjust as you determine necessary. You’ll choose from a wide menu of services designed to assist any job seeker whether you are just starting your career, are seeking new opportunities and growth, or have long-term employment history and need to make a change. We’ll be with you to provide support and expert advice so that you ultimately obtain the good job you want.
Sometimes additional training is needed to step into the career you want. Our staff will work with you to provide guidance and resources so you can make informed decisions about your next steps from classroom training to training on the job.
For more information on the Central Connections program, visit the Central PA CareerLink® website.
EARN
Get ready for good things ahead. Family stability and financial independence are hallmarks of this program for individuals referred from the County Assistance Office. Our staff will always welcome you with respect and care. We want to learn about you and your children and your needs so we can help connect you with resources, so you are safe and happy at home.
You’ll have a set number of participation hours that will pass quickly each week as you participate in meaningful activities. You’ll have sessions with a wellness coach where you’ll learn more about yourself and your peers. You’ll realize your talents and strengths and define goals for your future. You’ll be encouraged to earn your GED® and continue your education – paths you won’t take alone as our staff are by your side the entire way. Our goal is to help you and your family and ultimately help you obtain a job that you’ll enjoy and thrive in. Our EARN program puts you and your family at the center of everything we do. You don’t have to just take our word for it:
For more information on the EARN program, visit the Central PA CareerLink® website.
EARN – Get Ready for Good Things Ahead
Trish’s EARN Story
Tyran’s EARN Story
Reboot
The Reboot Program provides employment and training opportunities to build a skilled workforce in high-demand professions, while also addressing the economic and workforce impacts related to widespread opioid use, addiction, and overdose. Through both training funding and career services, Reboot helps individuals gain valuable training & certifications, access job opportunities, and receive personalized support to navigate their career path.
Training Funding Available to Advance Your Career
Through Reboot, PA CareerLink® offers training funding and resources for those interested in a career in emerging and in-demand fields that directly combat the opioid epidemic and its impact on our communities. Funding is available to eligible individuals for training, certifications, and credentials in the following fields:
- Physicians Assistants & Nursing
- EMT & Paramedics
- Medical & Health Services Management
- Dental Assistants & Hygienists
- Clinical Laboratory Technicians
- Medical Dosimetrists & Records Specialists
This funding supports individuals who are passionate about making a difference in their community and are looking to enter or advance in these high-demand fields.
Take the first step toward a new career in a field where you can make a real difference. Contact your local PA CareerLink® to discover how you might be eligible to access training funding today!
Reboot Individualized Services
The opioid crisis has impacted thousands of individuals in Central Pennsylvania. If you’re one of them, whether directly or indirectly, we are here to help you plan for what’s next.
Our dedicated Reboot team at PA CareerLink® is here to support you every step of the way. We specialize in helping you identify your strengths, navigate community resources, explore career options, set goals, and find meaningful employment.
Reboot Services Include:
- One-on-One Staff Support
- On-the-Job Training with Local Employers
- Tuition Assistance for qualifying programs
- Career Coaching and Job Search Guidance
- Follow-up Support for Maintaining Employment
Our team is experienced in supporting individuals with a criminal background, those with a sparse work history, and those looking to make a career change. Our strong relationships with local employers mean we can connect you to Recovery-Friendly Workplaces that value your journey and see recovery as a strength.
Visit www.pa.gov/opioids to learn more about the opioid crisis, available treatment, and tools to help you cope.
For more information on the Reboot program, visit the Central PA CareerLink® website.
