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Pilot Program Seeks To Put Trade Certified Century Prison Releasees To Work
April 7, 2025
A pilot program at the Century Correctional Institution is aiming to get inmates into jobs when they get out of prison.
The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) hosted an employment partner showcase last week at CCI to introduce prospective employers to the program.
About a year ago, a facility was established inside the prison to construct tiny homes which are later sold.
Inmates receive certifications in HVAC, plumbing, carpentry and more, according to FDC Region 1 Community Transition Coordinator Alicia “Lee” Warren.
“When the inmates are released, they have their certifications, and employers need employees that have their certifications,” Warren said. “We work to match with employers.”
“We can match employers with inmates, so that when they are released, they can get to work,” she added. “The employers are very interested because they can put the qualified releasees into entry level positions and teach them.”
Employers can specify criteria for which type inmates will be acceptable, and even arrange a virtual, phone or in-person interview with inmates before their release.
The program is also available to employers outside the construction trades.
For more information, employers can email Warren at alicia.warren@FDC.myflorida.com.
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2 Responses to “Pilot Program Seeks To Put Trade Certified Century Prison Releasees To Work”
This is a great chance to have a life they can enjoy working for.
This is a great idea ( takes place at a lot of facilities), this gives second chances without the struggle of finding that first job. Let the past go and start fresh!