The Comeback Journey
Where every journey deserves a strong return
The Comeback Journey is a specialized re-entry support program designed for adults returning to the community after incarceration. The program focuses on helping individuals rebuild stability, confidence, and direction by providing practical skills, guidance, and real-world support. Through structured services and peer connection, participants are equipped to move forward with purpose and accountability as they rebuild their lives.
Career Pathways
Career Success
A Holistic Approach to Career Success
We know that finding a job is about more than filling out an application. Many of the individuals we work with face real-world challenges, from gaps in employment to limited professional experience. Our program is built to meet those challenges head-on, offering practical solutions and individualized support.
Our job readiness pathways are part of a larger, holistic model designed to guide participants from education to employment. By pairing personal development, academic achievement, and workforce training, we help individuals not just find a job but build a meaningful career path.
Building the Skills That Employers Value
Employers are looking for more than technical qualifications. They value reliability, professionalism, communication, and problem-solving. We help our participants develop these essential workplace skills so they can feel confident in their abilities and make a strong impression from day one.
Our workforce training includes:
- Professional communication and workplace etiquette
- Time management and personal accountability
- Teamwork, leadership, and conflict resolution
- Adapting to workplace culture and expectations
These core competencies are what help participants not only get hired but also succeed and grow once they’re on the job.
Life Skills
Career Success
Diploma
Career Success
Job training & placement
We provide job readiness training and employment support to help participants prepare for today’s workforce. This includes resume development, interview preparation, workplace expectations, and connections to fair-chance employers who are open to hiring second-chance individuals.
Mentoring & life skills
Participants receive guidance through mentoring and life skills development focused on personal responsibility, communication, decision-making, and goal setting. This support helps individuals build confidence, develop healthy habits, and successfully navigate daily life challenges.
Diploma
Career Success
Diploma
Career Success
Digital literacy
Digital literacy support helps participants gain essential technology skills needed for employment and daily living. This includes basic computer use, online job applications, email communication, and navigating digital tools required in modern workplaces.
Peer Community Support
Peer community support connects participants with others who understand the re-entry journey. Through shared experience, accountability, and encouragement, participants build positive relationships that promote growth, stability, and long-term success.
Life Skills
Career Success
Diploma
Career Success
Peer community support
- Prepare to confidently explain their reentry journey to employers
- Identify opportunities with fair-chance employers
- Build self-assurance and professional presentation skills
- Connect with local workforce development networks
Community Partnerships That Open Doors
Our work doesn’t happen in isolation. We partner with local businesses, workforce agencies, training centers, and community organizations to create tangible employment opportunities for our participants. These partnerships help connect our graduates to employers who are not just hiring but who value their potential.
By building these connections, we make it easier for participants to transition from education to employment with the right support network behind them.
Job Readiness for Participants 18 and Older
Our job readiness programs are open to participants who are 18 years and older. We work with recent graduates of our academic programs as well as adult learners who are seeking a fresh start. Our team understands the unique needs of adult learners and provides guidance that respects their experiences, responsibilities, and goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the job readiness programs?
Do you help with resumes and interviews?
What if I have barriers to employment like childcare or transportation?
Do you work with employers directly?
Is this program only for those in Harvey, IL?
A Pathway to a Brighter Future
At We Inspire Inc., we see job readiness as more than preparing for interviews. It’s about creating real pathways to independence, stability, and self-sufficiency. And through our job readiness programs and job readiness pathways, we help individuals build confidence, overcome barriers, and secure meaningful employment.
So whether you’re entering the workforce for the first time, or you’re rebuilding after hardship, we’re here to help guide the way. Contact us if you’re ready to take that next step toward your future.