Results

2009 was a year of troubling economic times. The local unemployment rate jumped to 11.2% – the highest in 27 years – resulting in an exploding population of unemployed workers. CRC was directly affected with a 27% increase in new clients, as compared to 2008.

CRC rose to the challenge and quickly responded to the increased demand for services by implementing the following additions/modifications with the goal of keeping clients engaged in their job search:

Doubled monthly programs and software classes
Initiated the formation of client accountability groups
Increased advisor hours, often doubling their hours of commitment
Increased support staff by 30 hours a week
Added three new workstations with internet hook-ups for laptops
Opened educational programs to non-members for a small fee
Established the LinkedIn program as a monthly commitment

2009 Accomplishments

Most Ever:

158 – advisory sessions held in February
538 – visitor/client encounters in August
170 – educational & networking programs (76 in 2008)

12 Month Activity:

5,076 visitor/client encounters
1,591 advisory sessions
5,313 volunteer hours logged

2009 Alumni Survey Results:

Employment Success:

83% listed themselves as currently working
58% were more satisfied with their new job than their previous job

Benefits Affirmed:

81% believed that CRC had a positive impact on their job search
73% continue to benefit from the knowledge/skills they acquired
95% would recommend CRC to others