Full-time

• HiSET and Certification Courses: Via a partnership with Bossier Parish Community College, individuals can obtain their HiSET and a number of Industry-Based Certifications, including Forklift Operation, OSHA-10, and Lean Six Sigma: Yellow Belt. Oftentimes, these certifications allow graduates to negotiate higher starting salaries and increase the local, qualified workforce. 

• Work Readiness Training Program: As a licensed proprietary school, the BDJ Center prepares students for the workforce through its four-week, cohort-based program. Participants gain professional and socio-emotional competencies and skills through the courses taught curriculum: a mixture of presentations delivered by the program administrator and guest speakers, in addition to a range of activities in simulated work settings. 

• On-the-Job Training (OJT): Upon work readiness program completion, participants can enter a 3-month on-the-job training program with one of our Employer Partners. During OJT, graduates  receive continued case management support and an hourly wage subsidized by the BDJ Center, as well as the chance to enter into long-term employment at their place of training based on their performance. In return, the Employer Partners gain an eligible, wage-compensated, trained employee. 

Case Management/Supportive Services: Participants in each BDJ program work with the on-site case manager to identify and eliminate their barriers to employment. These include, but are not limited to direct payment assistance for childcare, housing/utilities, and transportation, as well as referrals for untreated mental health needs, parenting classes, and other social services.