0,000+ in tuition and fees for in-demand occupations), and connections to apprenticeships. Every state has a workforce agency that oversees unemployment insurance, labor market information, and rapid response services for laid-off workers. Registered Apprenticeship programs pay workers while they train for skilled trades (electrician, plumber, HVAC, heavy equipment, and increasingly healthcare and IT). For formerly incarcerated fathers, state Department of Labor reentry programs and organizations like the Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) provide transitional jobs and placement. This directory includes AJCs, workforce boards, apprenticeship programs, and reentry services.
11 Resources
1. Georgia DOL – Atlanta Career Center (Courtland) — Free
Main Atlanta career center for job search services, unemployment claims filing, resume workshops, and employer referrals. Staff assist with online job applications, skills assessments, and career planning. Located at 223 Courtland St NE, Suite 200, in downtown Atlanta. Open Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm. Walk-ins accepted for most services. Bring photo ID and Social Security card for unemployment services. Call 404-232-3001 for current services and any appointment requirements.
404-232-3001 · 223 Courtland St NE, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30303 · Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm · Visit Website
2. Georgia DOL – Atlanta Career Center (Druid Hills) — Free
Second Atlanta career center location providing employment services, skills assessments, and job matching for job seekers in the northeast Atlanta area. Services include resume help, job search workshops, and connections to training programs. Located at 2943 N Druid Hills Rd in Atlanta. Open Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm. Call 404-679-5200 for current service offerings and appointment requirements. Bring photo ID and Social Security card when visiting for employment or unemployment services.
404-679-5200 · 2943 N Druid Hills Rd, Atlanta, GA 30329 · Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm · Visit Website
3. EmployGeorgia Portal — Free
Official Georgia job board and labor exchange where jobseekers can post resumes and search thousands of job listings statewide. Create a free account at employgeorgia.com to upload your resume and apply for positions. The portal also connects jobseekers with career center services and training opportunities. Available 24/7 at no cost. Fathers looking to advance their careers or re-enter the workforce will find a wide range of full-time, part-time, and seasonal job listings.
Online statewide resource · Online 24/7 · Visit Website
4. WorkSource Atlanta — Free
One-stop career center offering training programs, job placement assistance, GED support, and career coaching for Atlanta residents. Services are free for eligible adults and include resume workshops, interview prep, and connections to occupational training funded through WIOA. Located at 818 Pollard Blvd SW in Atlanta. Call 404-546-3000 Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm. Fathers seeking stable employment or career advancement can walk in or schedule an appointment.
404-546-3000 · 818 Pollard Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30315 · Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm · Visit Website
5. Goodwill of North Georgia – Career Centers — Free
Free job placement, resume help, computer training, and career coaching at Goodwill Career Centers across north Georgia. Services are open to anyone looking for work regardless of income. Staff help with job applications, interview preparation, and connections to employer partners. Multiple locations in Atlanta, Gwinnett, and surrounding areas. Call 404-420-9900 or visit goodwillng.org to find the nearest career center. No appointment required at most locations.
404-420-9900 · Multiple locations in north Georgia · Mon–Fri 9am–5pm (varies by location) · Visit Website
6. SCORE Atlanta – Small Business Mentoring — Free
Free small business mentoring and workshops from SCORE volunteer experts with real-world business experience. Ideal for fathers looking to start or grow a business in Atlanta. Mentors provide guidance on business plans, financing, marketing, and operations. Located at 8495 Dunwoody Pl in Atlanta. Call 404-256-1572 or email info@scoreatl.com Mon–Fri 9am–5pm to schedule a free mentoring session. Online mentoring also available at score.org/atlanta.
404-256-1572 · 8495 Dunwoody Pl, Atlanta, GA 30350 · Mon–Fri 9am–5pm · Visit Website
7. SBA Georgia District Office — Free
U.S. Small Business Administration district office in Atlanta providing loans, grants, and resources for Georgia small businesses and entrepreneurs. Services include SBA loan programs, contracting assistance, and connections to local lenders and resource partners. Located at 233 Peachtree St NE, Suite 1900, in Atlanta. Call 404-331-0100 Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm. Fathers starting or growing a business in Georgia can visit or browse sba.gov for online resources.
404-331-0100 · 233 Peachtree St NE, Suite 1900, Atlanta, GA 30303 · Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm · Visit Website
8. Georgia Small Business Development Center (SBDC) — Free
Free business consulting and low-cost training for entrepreneurs and small business owners at 18 locations across Georgia. Services include one-on-one consulting, business plan assistance, market research, and financial analysis. Main office at 1180 E Broad St in Athens. Call 706-542-6762 or visit georgiasbdc.org for the office nearest you. Ideal for fathers starting a business or seeking to grow an existing small business in any Georgia community.
706-542-6762 · 1180 E Broad St, Athens, GA 30602 · Mon–Fri 8am–5pm · Visit Website
9. Year Up Atlanta — Free
Free one-year career training program for young adults ages 18-29 in corporate tech, finance, and business operations in Atlanta. Participants receive six months of technical and professional skills training followed by a six-month corporate internship. A stipend is provided. Located at 75 Marietta St NW, Suite 400, in Atlanta. Call 617-542-1533 or visit yearup.org to apply. Designed for young adults without a college degree who want a career-track job in corporate settings.
617-542-1533 · 75 Marietta St NW, Suite 400, Atlanta, GA 30303 · Mon–Fri 8am–5pm · Visit Website
10. ResCare Workforce Services – Georgia — Free
Job training, placement assistance, and career development services for TANF recipients and job seekers across Georgia. Works with the Georgia Department of Labor to connect participants to employment and skills training programs. Serves multiple locations in the state. Call 404-232-3001 or visit rescare.com for Georgia office locations and information on eligibility. Services are free for eligible participants, with an emphasis on helping low-income fathers gain stable employment.
404-232-3001 · Multiple Georgia locations · Mon–Fri 8am–5pm · Visit Website
11. Georgia Piedmont Technical College – Workforce Development — Paid
Short-term workforce training programs in construction, logistics, healthcare, and IT for DeKalb County area residents. Programs are designed for quick entry into in-demand jobs. Located at 495 N Indian Creek Dr in Clarkston. Call 404-297-9522 or visit gptc.edu for current course offerings and enrollment information. Some programs may be funded through WIOA or employer partnerships. Ideal for fathers seeking a career change or a quick path to higher-paying work.
404-297-9522 · 495 N Indian Creek Dr, Clarkston, GA 30021 · Mon–Fri 8am–5pm · Visit Website