For New Jersey young adults ages 16–24 who are not in school and not currently working

Open the Door

New day. New chance.
Let’s open the door together.

One-on-one mentorship to help you find work, build skills, and move forward—at your pace.

What Is Open the Door?

A calm place to start again. We work with New Jersey young adults (16–24) who are out of school and not working. You’ll meet one-on-one with a mentor who listens first, helps you sort options, and walks with you as you take your next step.

🗓 Flexible sessions online (and phone/text check-ins

🎯 Real goals: job search, GED/HiSET plans, training, or stability steps

🔁 At your pace—no lectures, no shame

What You’ll Work On

Pick what matters now; we’ll build from there.

💼Job Search Made Simple

Résumé basics
Applications
Interviews
What to say when your experience feels complicated

🧭 Life Admin & Stability

Routines
Time tools
Transportation plans
Childcare planning
Small systems that make life easier

🎓 Finish or Re-Route School

GED/HiSET options
Short trainings
Apprenticeships
Credentials that actually help

🗣 Self-Advocacy in Real Life

Scripts for asking for help
Talking to employers
Handling tough conversationS
Your words, your way

🚀 Next-Step Planning

Make a short, doable plan (1–3 steps)
We check in, adjust, and keep moving

Who Its For:

Ages 16–24
Live in New Jersey
Not in school and not currently working

No diagnosis required. If you’ve had rough school experiences, are parenting, or rebuilding after court involvement—you’re welcome here.

You don’t need a perfect plan. You just need a place to start.

What Makes Open the Door Different

🌱 We start with your reality. Bills, kids, court dates—we plan around real life.

💬 One person who actually listens. Same mentor, steady check-ins.

🧰 Tools you’ll use tomorrow. Scripts, templates, text reminders, simple trackers.

🎨 Bring who you are. Ink, braids, hoodies, side hustles—come as you are.

🔒 Respect + privacy. No lectures. No pity.

How It Works:

1️⃣ Say Hey

Tap “Get Started” and tell us the best way to reach you (text, phone, email).

2️⃣ Talk It Out

Quick convo about what you want (or what’s in the way)

3️⃣ Pick a First Step

Job lead, training info, GED plan, or life admin support.

4️⃣ Keep Moving

Short sessions + check-ins. We adjust as life happens.

No pressure. No perfect. Just progress.

Get Started

FAQs

Do I need a disability to join?

I’m parenting / dealing with court / caring for family. Can I still do this?

Is this only online?

How fast can I get a job?

Ready to Open the Door?

If you’re 16–24, out of school, and not working in New Jersey, we’re ready when you are. We’ll reach out by the contact method you prefer and take it one step at a time.