Programs & Services

Education. Career. Future.

Are you ready to make a radical change in your life?  Do you want to find a job, go to college or start planning your future career?  If so, then EPOCH is for you.  EPOCH is The Door’s education and career training program designed to meet you where you are and help with your specific needs. The name "EPOCH" represents the beginning of a new period, marked by radical changes and new developments. Join EPOCH and start taking steps towards your future today!

Two paths, one bright future

With EPOCH, you can follow one of two paths to help you earn an education, get a job, and develop life and work-readiness skills for independent living.  No matter which path is right for you, you are guaranteed to get individualized support, coaching and opportunities to help meet your education and career goals, as well as assistance with transportation and other personal needs. You will also get help creating the tools you need to get a job, including a resume, personal statement, applications, cover letters and references. The two paths are:

• Infused GED: Class Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. where you learn the skills you need to pass the GED test.  You will also choose some of your own “Foundations” classes where you can build skills for life and leadership while exploring your career and personal interests.  Infused GED students can apply for in-house, paid internships, and receive other stipends and incentives. 
• CITE (College, Internships, Training and Employment): The next step after Infused GED students, those who have a GED already or immediate need for a job.  Coaches will help you get a job or internship, or enroll in college or a vocational program.  They will also help you develop an action plan for lasting success, and provide continuous support for one year after you start your first job or enroll in college.

NEW young adult job training program at The Door!

The Young Adult Internship Program (YAIP) is starting on March 19, 2012.
Registration has opened and will continue until Friday, March 2!

• Are you a young person that is between 16-24 years of age?
• Are you currently NOT in school or working?
• Do you live in one of the following zip codes - 10034, 10040, 10033, 10033, 10032, 10031, 10039, 10030, 10037, 10035, 10023, 10024, 10025, 10026, 10027, 10029, 10009, 10002?

If so this is a great opportunity to participate in our very own YAIP. We are currently seeking COMMITTED young adults who are ready to dedicate a minimum of a year of their lives to this program. As a participant, you will be able to work 25 hours a week making $7.25 an hour. We offer an array of opportunities that include placements in the nonprofit and corporate setting. Internships include child/daycare, retail, administrative, personal care, hospitality services and more! Post internship, we will provide you with assistance in getting a HS/GED Diploma, enroll in college and/or obtain a part-time of full-time job.

Click here to learn more about the program.

For more information, contact our YAIP Intake Specialist at 212-941-9090 ext. 3237 or email Antoinette Washington TODAY!

Three steps to enroll in EPOCH programs:

• Become a Door member – it’s easy and free!  Simply go to Member Services anytime Monday through Thursday from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m., and until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, and sit down with an intake counselor to talk about your interests and learn about all of The Door’s free programs and services
• Complete an EPOCH Intake and Orientation – A process where you will learn about the different EPOCH paths, complete program forms and take education and work-readiness tests.  At the end you will be assigned to the path that makes the most sense based on your interests, skills and needs.
• Meet with your coach and start taking steps towards your future!

Have you earned your GED and applied to college for Fall 2011?  If so, then EPOCH wants you for our new Bridge to College Program! 

• Click here to learn more about the program. 
• Download the application form here.  Print and fill out the form, then bring it with you to The Door.

For more information, contact an EPOCH Enrollment and Retention specialist at 212-941-9090 ext. 3362 or email EPOCH@door.org.