Three Jobs Initiative programs that "have achieved some level of scale and shown impressive retention rates for participants" by providing basic supportive service and soft skills and hard skills training are highlighted in this report (p. 1). Case studies focusing on keys to success, the basics, how the program works, and follow up are provided for St. Louis Regional Jobs Initiative/Better Family Life, Inc. Work Link/Project R.E.S.P.E.C.T. (Reaching Employment-Seeking People through Education, Counseling and Training); Seattle Jobs Initiative individualized placement, and Seattle Jobs Initiative Office Occupations sector training.

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