Life Gets Better

PDC Job Placement Welcome Centers in Mahoning & Trumbull Counties

The Professional Development Center (PDC) provides a walk-in environment for all job seekers to come and be connected to job opportunities, enroll in vocational training, and/or explore career pathways to in-demand careers.

Services We Offer

Individual Attention

Work with a Guest Coordinator to define your goals and get prepared and qualified to present your best self. Then meet one-on-one with a Job Developer to explore your career opportunities.

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Development Workshops

Take advantage of personal development workshops that can give you the edge when presenting yourself to employers. Some workshops we offer regularly are:

  • Resume Building
  • Job Search & Interview Skills
  • Behavior in the Workplace
  • Purpose Class
  • Financial Literacy
  • Expungement/CQE
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Hiring Events

Attend any of our Employer Spotlight events. Come meet the employers. Hear them talk about open positions and company culture. You will have the opportunity to apply and potentially interview on site. Come dressed for success with a resume ready.

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Wrap Around Support Services

While you are preparing for the workforce, you may qualify for financial supportive services like:

  • Driver’s License or Birth Certificate fees
  • Work Clothing
  • Training Stipends
  • Gas Card

Your Guest Coordinator can also connect you to other community resources that can help you achieve your goals.

Start Today

No matter where you are on life’s journey, together we can build a plan that’s right for you. After you choose to have a customized employment plan, you'll go through the following steps:

  • 1.

    Reach Out

    Stop in or call us and we’ll help you get started.

  • 2.

    Register

    Attend one of our orientations and get registered.  You’ll learn about all the possibilities.

  • 3.

    Share your goals

    Next, one of our Guest Coordinators will spend some time with you to help you define your goals and address any obstacles you may have.

  • 4.

    Pick Your Pathway

    Guest Coordinators will help you navigate your way to your dream job. Need training first? Sign up for one of our accelerated vocational training tracks.  Ready to work? A meeting with one of our Job Developers is your next step.

  • 5.

    Stay Connected

    Let us know how you are doing, but don’t stop soaring! Keep us in mind for your future career development needs.

Some of our Partner Employers

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Need Help Overcoming Some Barriers?

Explore our other pathways to employment. We offer a variety of programs that help you develop your potential.

Employee Skills Pathways

Attend courses to acquire the skills or certifications you need to advance in your current job.

Work Experience Pathway

Gradually acclimate to the work environment and earn training stipends.

Manufacturing Transition Pathway

Acquire preliminary credentials that will serve as a launching pad for a career or further training in Advanced Manufacturing industries.

Specialized Pathways

  • ReEntry-To-Work
  • Recovery-To-Work

What Else Is Holding You Back?

  • Need your GED?
  • Can’t pass a drug screen?
  • Need your diver’s license?
    We can help!

We can help.

Stop in or call us for details at 330-797-3995.

Are you a job developer and would like us to list your open positions? Let us know!

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