We are Here to Help!
The ACCESS Program is a free, confidential employment support program for survivors of domestic and intimate partner violence in St. Louis. The program helps individuals safely find, start, and keep a job by providing specialized, trauma-informed employment services that address both career goals and personal safety needs.
ACCESS supports survivors of emotional, physical, spiritual, verbal, sexual, and financial abuse, empowering them to build financial independence through meaningful work. To get started on your job search, call 314-646-5845.
Has your partner ever...
- Expressed dislike or interfered with your efforts to go to work or school?
- Come to your job to harass and/or threaten you?
- Limited your knowledge of or access to money?
- You were hiding injuries?
- Your partner didn’t let or want you to go?
- Missed or been late for work because of safety or control issues at home?
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Services Provided
Together with The Simon Foundation, MERS Goodwill is able to provide various services in order to help you find and keep a job. Some of the ways MERS staff can help is through:
One-On-One Support
An Employment Specialist will work with you one-on-one to help you reach your goals.
Resume Development
Helpful tips, feedback, and support with creating and tailoring your resume.
Interview Support
Support with preparing for interviews and guidance on appropriate follow up after.
Safety Planning
Identifying options and strategizing on how to stay safe.
Resources
Referrals and connection to various resources as appropriate and necessary.
Application Support
Assistance identifying job leads and tips and pointers on submitting applications.
Cover Letters
Support and guidance on cover letters to accompany your resume.
Retention Support
Once you start a job, continued support for the first 90+ days to make sure it's a good match.
Work Uniforms
Assistance in obtaining any work uniforms and/or clothing needed for employment.
Transportation Assistance
While you are looking for a job, staff can meet in a more convenient location or transport to and from meetings.
Proudly Partnering with St. Louis Survivors
St. Louis Survivors Legal Support (SLSLS) provides free legal assistance, such as petitioning for protective orders, to St. Louis County residents. If residing in St. Louis City, SLSLS may be able to advise, but will not be able to provide representation.
