Program Overview
The Homeless Intervention Project (HIP) is designed to help homeless people throughout Seattle and King County obtain full time permanent employment, along with stable, affordable housing and self-sufficiency. HIP works with homeless individuals seeking immediate employment and/or occupational training that will lead to full time employment. HIP offers:
- G.E.D. and E.S.L. preparation
- Occupational skills training
- Job readiness training, including: resume building, interview preparation and practice, understanding employer expectations, developing good work habits and establishing work-related interpersonal skills
- Job search assistance and post-placement follow-up
- Housing, transportation, child care, clothing, food and other referral assistance
Eligibility
HIP is available to individuals who meet the following criteria:
- Currently homeless—living in a shelter, transitional housing, on the street or staying temporarily with a friend or relative
- Able to show Social Security Card and photo I.D.
- Eligible to work in the U.S.
- Motivated to find full time employment
Contact
In Seattle, call (206) 436-8606 or (206) 436-8607
In East King County, call (425) 861-3715
In South King County, call (253) 735-7077
Program Locations
WorkSource Seattle
YWCA Opportunity Place
2024 3rd Ave.
Seattle, WA 98122
WorkSource Redmond
7735 178th Pl. NE
Redmond, WA 98052
Green River Career Development Center
1102 9th St. SE
Auburn, WA 98002
