ThriftSmart is now an Official Site for Jobs for Life

Jobs for Life (age 24 and up)   Powered for Life (16-23)

What is Jobs for Life?
It is a program that teaches timeless biblical principles concerning work and the ways those principles are applied in the marketplace.  Through this training, men and women develop character and become connected to a community of support to help them obtain far more than just a job.

The class takes the students on a journey – a journey to discover who they are, their unique value, and the principles they need to overcome roadblocks in their lives.  Centered on the Bible, the course covers lessons learned from the lives of characters such as Joseph, David, and Ruth, the teachings of Jesus’ parables, and examples of real world heroes.  In addition, the class equips the students with core work readiness skills such as presenting their 60 second commercial, developing a vocational plan, building a resume, learning effective interviewing skills, and many others.

Along with the training, every JFL student has a JFL champion - a mentor or a group of mentors – who provides the student friendship and support both during the training and once the student, is employed.   95% of finding and keeping a job is “who you know.”  Many JFL students do not have a “who you know network” that can advocate for them and provide support to help them overcome barriers in their lives keeping them from success.

The vision of the program is to see people in need working and living for the glory of God.

What is ‘Powered for Life?’
It is a career-readiness curriculum used in over 200 sites in 50 major cities that has successfully prepared students to find jobs, gain skills through work experience, training and/or higher education and to qualify for higher paying and satisfying careers.

Why this program? What’ different?
Instead of a typical classroom, students will receive instruction by local business, professional, academic, institutional and civic organization leaders who will help them ‘plug into their local community network and gain access to all the resources they need to guide them to meaningful employment and a rewarding career.

What you can expect from the Powered for Life ‘Journey’?
During the course you will progress through a four-phased journey:
L-Learning what purpose and success means specifically to you;
I-Inspiration and instruction to identify and clarify your career goals;
F-Focus through planning to reach your goal and developing Faith to make it happen;
E-Experiencing Excellence through action?

After completion, you can expect to be POWERED to:

• Realize your purpose
• Develop better relationships
• Use positive communication skills
• Manage conflict
• Access business and community resources
• Earn money for a secure future
• Have a tool kit to enhance your professional image
• Make the RIGHT choices to ensure advancement

ThriftSmart will begin its first class for Powered for Life (ages 16-23) beginning, Monday January 9th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the store which is located at 4890 Nolensville Road, Nashville, TN 37211.  The class will meet Mondays and Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for 8 weeks. The cost is $15 which includes a workbook.  Each student upon completion of the course will receive a certificate and contacts for employment opportunities. We are currently taking applications for the first class.  Please stop by the store and fill out an application.  Seating is limited.  Be one of the first in line to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to prepare for meaningful employment. 

Volunteer Opportunities
We are also recruiting volunteers for Course Instructors and Mentors/Champions.  The requirements for these positions are the following:

• Instructors: willing, committed and able to teach the course curriculum
• Champions/Mentors: willing, committed to support and encourage the students during the class and once they are employed. 

For more information please call: 615-833-8200 ext. 32