Employment

Love Columbia provides career coaching and various types of support to empower people to find meaningful and fulfilling work earning livable wages.

Learn about employment options in Columbia and surrounding areas through our Information Library:

Job Openings: Identify the best places to discover job openings in Columbia.

Employers Who Frequently Hire: Find employers who frequently hire or employers that hire persons who are justice-involved.

Temp Agencies: Locate local temp agencies.

Further Your Career : What is the next step in furthering your career? Here are three options you can consider: Apprenticeships, Certificates, and Internships.

Career Coaching

Take a career assessment to determine your interests and aptitude; organize your job search, develop a cover letter and resume, find job leads, complete applications, prepare for interviews, and learn how to succeed as an employee.

Tutoring

Volunteer tutors can often help with tackling specific subjects, earning a high school diploma, or passing the High School Equivalency Test (HISET).

Dress for Success

Get interview clothing from The Love Seat resale store.

How to Get Involved in a Career Program:

If you are already connected with an agency or church, you may have them refer you during regular business hours.
Agency and church referrals: email referral@lovecolumbia.org OR call (573) 256-7662 option 2.

First

Call Love Columbia at 573-256-7662 during the public phone hours:

Monday 8:30-9:30 AM

Wednesday 3:30-4:30 PM

** Please note, these times are subject to change.

Second

Our Clearinghouse will respond to your voicemail within 3 to 4 business days to complete a screening and verify which of our programs best suits your need.

Third

You will be scheduled for an appointment with one of our staff. Their priority is to establish a relationship with you, support you, and offer you the most strategic help possible.