What is the Employment Assistance Program:

A release condition that requires people on supervision to work at a lawful occupation unless excused for school, training, or other acceptable reasons.

There are a number of national resources, programs, and incentives to assist you in pursuing gainful employment as you work to comply with the Court, support yourself and your family, and lead a law-abiding, productive life in the community.  Examples include:

National Organizations and Resources

Also, here is a major web portal for job search. training and assistance from USA.gov

Seeking a job or career in a field where you already have experience or training can be a big enough challenge as an ex-offender.  However, when circumstances require you to seek a new job direction, it can be overwhelming to find employment in a field where there is a demand, and also a match to your interests, skills, aptitude, and/or criminal record. 

Some of the things to consider include:

Sometimes a job good-paying job is just a few tools or equipment away.  Some job training programs help with tools and job placement after completion.  However, if you are not that fortunate, you may have to look for assistance.  Some churches or religious organizations are willing to help if you have been regularly engaged with them in the past.

We believe gainful employment is an important part of your supervision success.  Not only is it required by the Court, but it will also help you to achieve your goals, and help you support your family and avoid situations that might lead to new criminal activities.  To that end, the Probation Office will make every effort to assist you in finding and keeping meaningful employment by way of direct services, referral to community programs, and in some cases, direct job leads.  Our focus is to help you secure employment that fits your interest and skills, provides a livable wa

We hope, and work together with you and other service groups so that you do not have to face unemployment which affects your ability to support yourself, family, pay bills and repay victims and Court fines and fees.  If you do face unemployment, please first refer to our website under Job Preparation and Search for the ideas and tools needed to quickly get back into the workforce.   If there becomes a gap in your employment affecting your ability to support yourself and your family, then consider the information below on unemployment benefits in Tennessee.

Many local churches and charities make themselves available in limited capacities to provide clothing assistance to individuals and families.  They are usually based on priority (cold weather clothing, basics like undergarments, children's clothing, job interview attire, etc.), as well as, verifiable need which includes income, family size, and/or possible help from family or other local resources.

Also, access the resource database for possible clothing assistance organizations in your area.

We believe gainful employment is an important part of your supervision success.  Not only is it required by the Court, but it will also help you to achieve your goals, and help you support your family and avoid situations that might lead to new criminal activities.  To that end, the Probation Office will make every effort to assist you in finding and keeping meaningful employment by way of direct services, referral to community programs, and in some cases, direct job leads.  Our focus is to help you employment that fits your interest and skills, provides a liveable wage for