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.
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.
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.
