Career Resources, Inc. was founded in 1995 when it spun off from the region’s Workforce Investment Board in order to better provide direct services. CRI has grown into a stable, respected agency with more than 80 employees, programs operating throughout Connecticut, and a history of clean audits. CRI was recently chosen by the state of Connecticut’s Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) to train all DMHAS staff and providers to better prepare clients for employment. It is the only non-profit in the state focusing exclusively on workforce development from the perspective of the disadvantaged clients, in need of both basic education as well as the attitudinal readiness provided by STRIVE, and of employers. CRI maintains a deep knowledge of employer needs and is a trusted and frequent partner of local and regional Chambers of Commerce, as well as the state’s largest business association, CBIA, and numerous non-profit agencies and advocate partners. 

Career Resources’ mission is to “prepare workers for life” – to provide the needed support and skills training to set people on the path not merely to get a job, but to continued education and a viable career with a sustaining living wage.

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Career Resources, Inc.

Career Resources, Inc.'s headquarters in Bridgeport, CT, United States

Scott Wilderman

Rob Hebert

Angela Pellegrino-Grant

The Employee Development and Support team at Career Resources, Inc. focuses on providing comprehensive assistance to disadvantaged clients in Connecticut. This includes career navigation, skills workshops, case management, employment placement, and ongoing career support. The team works collaboratively to prepare clients not just for initial employment, but for sustained career growth and continued education, ensuring a living wage. They maintain strong connections with local employers, Chambers of Commerce, and non-profits to align client training with market demands, effectively bridging the gap between disadvantaged job seekers and meaningful employment opportunities.

Employee Development and Support

The Business Services and Management team at Career Resources, Inc. focuses on building and maintaining strong relationships with employers, local and regional Chambers of Commerce, and various business associations to better serve disadvantaged clients seeking employment. This team coordinates workforce development programs, oversees compliance with contracts, manages strategic partnerships, and spearheads special projects to ensure the alignment of training programs with employer needs. They also support the mission of preparing workers for sustainable careers through education and skills training.

Business Services and Management

The Education and Training team at Career Resources, Inc. provides essential instructional services to clients, aimed at improving their employment opportunities. Team members include Digital Literacy Instructors/Workshop Facilitators, Computer Instructors, and English As A Second Language Instructors. They offer targeted programs to enhance digital literacy, computer skills, and English proficiency, ensuring clients are better prepared for the workforce and long-term career growth.

Education and Training

The Human Resources Team at Career Resources, Inc. is responsible for managing employee relations, recruitment, training and development, and compliance with employment laws and regulations. This team ensures that the organization runs smoothly by supporting staff needs, implementing effective personnel policies, and fostering a positive workplace environment to help fulfill the company's mission of workforce development and support for disadvantaged clients.

Career Resources, Inc.

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Employee Development and Support

Business Services and Management

Education and Training

Human Resources Team

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Career Resources, Inc.

Org chart

Teams

Employee Development and Support

Business Services and Management

Education and Training

Human Resources Team

Offices

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