About
Jobs & Hope West Virginia is the state’s comprehensive response to the substance use disorder crisis. Established by Governor Jim Justice and the West Virginia Legislature, this program offers support through a statewide collaboration of agencies that provide West Virginians in recovery the opportunity to obtain career training and to ultimately secure meaningful employment.
Mission
This program was established to address West Virginia’s substance use disorder crisis. A collaboration of agencies working together to provide linked services with a common goal: Putting West Virginians to Work. By providing West Virginians the opportunity to overcome obstacles, they are empowered to lead successful lives through employment, families, and communities. Jobs & Hope provides free training and education opportunities through Adult Education, Community and Technical Colleges, WV National Guard, Career and Technical Centers and many other statewide agencies. Jobs and Hope can help provide access to resources needed to overcome barriers to employment.
History
Jobs & Hope operates within the West Virginia Department of Education and is the result of a concept brought forth by Gov. Justice during his 2019 State of the State address to remove barriers to job opportunities for those recovering from addiction. Since its inception in 2019, the program has had more than 232 participants graduate.
Program Point of Contact
Ms. Cynthia Bailey
Email: cynthia.l.bailey33.nfg@army.mil
Phone: 304-312-0985
Phone: 1-833-784-1385
