by Carol Walsh
January 2018
DEED is focused on connecting diverse groups to employment and training opportunities to ensure their success. For job seekers with a criminal record, finding a job is tough but not impossible. New Leaf workshops, offered at Minnesota WorkForce Centers, are tailored for job seekers who must address a criminal record in their job search process and are having a difficult time obtaining employment because of their barriers and/or records.
Here are additional resources from CareerOneStop:
Job Search Help for Ex-Offenders provides specialized career, training, and job search resources.
The Job Search Guide for People with a Criminal Record, a printable document containing all content from the above website.
Directory of Ex-Offender Local Resources, a printable collection of local service providers in all 50 states. Minnesota resources begin on p. 65.
