Employment First (SNAP)

If you are receiving Food Assistance (SNAP) in Arapahoe or Douglas County, you may be eligible for this program, which promotes self-sufficiency and independence by providing skills training, work experience and job search support.

This program may help you in finding a job, getting career training, on-the-job-training or new skills to enhance your employability. Participants get access to intensive job search services, tuition assistance, community resources and additional services like transportation, books, supplies and interview/work clothing.

To find out if you are eligible, contact your local human services department or complete a PEAK application.

Arapahoe County:

Due to COVID-19, Employment First orientations are held virtually. Please contact us at (303) 636-1277 to schedule a virtual orientation appointment.

Employment First Orientation
All participants must be registered with Connecting Colorado in order to receive workforce development supportive services through Arapahoe/Douglas Works!. Please register with Connecting Colorado prior to your orientation date at connectingcolorado.com

Douglas County:

Due to COVID-19, Employment First orientations are held virtually. Please contact us at (303) 636-1248 to schedule a virtual orientation appointment.

Employment First Orientation
All participants must be registered with Connecting Colorado in order to receive workforce development supportive services through Arapahoe/Douglas Works!. Please register with Connecting Colorado prior to your orientation date at connectingcolorado.com

More Information:

Job Search Workshops
Resource Guide
Professional Assessments
ArapaSource
PEAK Assistance
CDHS Employment First