Employment is the key to sustained economic self-sufficiency.  MaverickWorks's goal is to place low-income adults in careers that pay a family-sustaining wage, offer benefits and opportunities for advancement.  Employment-related services include career exploration, job readiness, assistance with resume development, job placement and on-going support.   MaverickWorks assists clients to obtain positions with opportunities for full time employment and advancement.
	Computer Learning Center The Maverick Landing Computer Learning Center provides computer access and training for clients of MaverickWorks. The Center has 14 computer workstations available.  Staff is available for individualized assistance with resume writing and on-line job searching.  View computer learning center schedule. The Center provides use of business, personal, educational and career exploration applications including: ·         MS Office: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access ·         Educational Applications: Typing, The Center also offers basic and intermediate computer classes from the novice learning the basics of the computer to the more advanced user learning how to use a database.  The following are classes offered: ·         Computer Basics: Introduction to Windows operating system,   Sign up for free web-based e-mail, Internet Access. ·          Interactive Typing. ·         Resume Workshop. ·         Introduction to Microsoft Office: How to use Word ·         Intermediate & Advanced Microsoft Office: Advanced Word,       Powerpoint, Excel and Access.
	Case Management We work with families to identify personal, educational and career goals, and then develop plans so they can reach their goals, through access to a broad range of services and programs that advance self-sufficiency, build stronger families and communities and engage participants in the resources of their city.   Other Services MaverickWorks also hosts a variety of classes and activities for adults – please see schedule for details: http://www.missionworks.org/?id=program Elder Services MaverickWorks provides support services to older (over 64 years of age) residents of Maverick Landing.  These services are intended to help participants maintain an active life-style and age in place.  The Staff also assists seniors with managing bill payments and access to on-going medical care. View activities schedule.
	MaverickWorks has drop in after school programs for youth, including homework help, arts and crafts activities, movie nights, field trips and game nights.  We also offer a summer work program for teenagers.  Please contact the office for details.