SAY Career & Life Readiness

Teens (ages 13-18) are invited to a conversation on Mental Health, the LGBTQIA+ Community, and Grief & Loss. This Tuesday, SAY counselors are special guests of the Sonoma County Library's Teen Pride Club. Learn more: sonomalibrary.org/celebratepride

NextGen Trades Academy is hosting free zoom classes starting July 24th through August 14th 2021. For anyone looking to get more information about the different trade opportunity’s here is a great start!

Success does not consist in never making mistakes but in never making the same one a second time. Enjoy this Fearless Friday! Take care everyone

LGBTQIA+ youth are 120% more likely to experience homelessness than their heterosexual peers, and 5 times more likely to experience violence at home. SAY is here for young people when they need it most, with programs designed to help them thrive. This Pride month, let them know they are not alone: saysc.org/supportouryouth

We're wrapping up Mental Health Awareness month with a conversation about inequities in mental health care and the welcome news that our Counseling program is resuming in-person therapy sessions (held outside in private locations). Read about both in our May newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/saysc/stayinghealthyamidchange

As long as you've done your best, making mistakes doesn't matter. You and I are human, we will mess up. What counts is learning from your mistakes and getting back up when life has knocked you down. Get up and Make something of today It’s Fearless Friday! @saycareers

You only turn 50 once, so we're celebrating all year long. Enjoy this highlight reel from our Birthday Cavalcade! Learn more about our Fund for the Future here: saysc.org/how-to-help/fundforthefuture/ #sayis50

The Law of Attraction states that whatever you focus on, think about, read about, and talk about intensely, you’re going to attract more of into your life. Have a great Fearless Friday! @saycareers

Sonoma County Job Link is hosting a virtual hiring event next week with Miyoko’s Creamery on Wednesday 03/03/2021 from 1:30-3:00PM! Miyoko’s Creamery is a socially-conscious local food producer, based out of Petaluma, specializing in dairy-free products including butter and a wide variety of different types of cheeses chiefly out of cashews. Cynthia Franklin, the recruiter, previously did Social Work at SFSU and is very eager to assist harder to serve populations, including ...Second Chance. Over the last two years, Miyoko’s Creamery has experienced rapid growth, growing from 80 employees in 2019 to 200 employees in 2020. Current employment opportunities include Production, Quality Control, Management, Maintenance, Sanitation, Accounting and IT. Most positions are FT w/ benefits. Please share with your staff, clients, jobseekers and interested friends/family.

Asking for help is an important step in taking care of your mental health, so don't be afraid to reach out when you need the support. SAY's 24/7 crisis hotline is here for young people across Sonoma County. Share and keep this number: 1-888-729-0012. #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #inittogether

Being a successful person is not necessarily defined by what you have achieved, but by what you have overcomeStrive to be a better you. As we head into the weekend be better than you were yesterday. Have a great Fearless Friday! @saycareers

We're pulling out all the stops for our big birthday! From special guests like the Russian River Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and the Rollin’ Rosies Car Club, to tasty treats from Wicked Slush, we've planned a socially-distant drive-thru experience for everyone to enjoy! #cavalcadewithSAY Learn about the Birthday Cavalcade: saysc.org/events/sayis50/ Big thanks to our Co-Presenting Sponsors G & C Auto Body and Sutter Health!

Why not take a trip to the coast for a day of fun and wonder?

On Wednesday Wednesday we want to remind you that sometimes we need to move our body, some days we need rest, and other days, people to encourage us! Listen to yourself today What do you need?

Mental health is a critical part of your overall wellbeing, so don't forget to prioritize self-care for you and the young people in your life. SAY has a resource page + toolkit for parents, caregivers, and youth: saysc.org/says-mental-health-resources/ #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #selfcare

#flashbackfriday to some of our past summer work experiences! This year may look a lot different, but we're still helping young people find paid internships and gain access to career coaching. Our next virtual workshop for 16-24 year-olds is May 17th. #fortheyouth #summerjobs

The spring session of the Career Speaker Series brings business professionals from the Bay Area community to speak with job seekers, students, and community members via zoom webinar to support career exploration and workforce development. This program will run ten straight Wednesday’s, from 4-5pm starting on the 24th of this month (2days!) To register, click the link! https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_5SfFLdEHQ8-zTegcRvs9UA

Sometimes we have to have faith that our efforts will be rewarded if we give ourselves time to grow and blossom. Don’t give up! And let us know if we can help! Via @oliviaherrickdesign #mindfulmonday #saycareers #socialadvocatesforyouth #worklifebalance