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Rev. 10-2018
Sebastian County Resource Guide
Sebastian County Resource Guide
Rev. 10-2018 Page 1
Sebastian County Employment Resources ..................................................................................................................... 2
Department of Workforce Services .......................................................................................................... 2
Employers ................................................................................................................................................. 3
Employment Service Agencies .................................................................................................................. 3
Day Labor Agencies ................................................................................................................................... 3
Apprenticeship Programs.......................................................................................................................... 4
Volunteer Resources ........................................................................................................................... 5
Volunteer Database .................................................................................................................................. 5
Volunteer Opportunities ........................................................................................................................... 5
DHS County Office Volunteer Opportunities ............................................................................................ 5
Educational Opportunities ............................................................................................................... 6
Department of Workforce Services .......................................................................................................... 6
Adult Education ......................................................................................................................................... 7
Vocational and Occupational Training ...................................................................................................... 8
Colleges and Universities .......................................................................................................................... 8
Apprenticeship Programs.......................................................................................................................... 9
Cooperative Extension Service .................................................................................................................. 9
Cooperative Extension Training .............................................................................................................. 10
Quality of Life ....................................................................................................................................... 11
Department of Health ............................................................................................................................. 11
Substance Abuse Treatment Centers ..................................................................................................... 11
Shelters ................................................................................................................................................... 12
Food Pantries .......................................................................................................................................... 12
Medical and Dental Care Providers ........................................................................................................ 13
Department of Community Corrections Transition Houses ................................................................... 14
County Agencies .................................................................................................................................. 15
Department of Workforce Services ........................................................................................................ 15
Department of Health ............................................................................................................................. 15
Cooperative Extension Service ................................................................................................................ 16
Department of Human Services .............................................................................................................. 16
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Employment Resources
Department of Workforce Services
www.dws.arkansas.gov 1-855-225-4440 [email protected]
The Arkansas Department of Workforce Services has Arkansas Workforce Centers across the state that can tell you about job openings, how to look for a job, training programs, and more. If you are unemployed or currently employed but need a better job, then DWS and its Arkansas Workforce Centers can help by providing:
Free Job Search Help • Arkansas JobLink lets you post your information and skills for employers to see,
search for current job openings, and more. Visit www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov now to get started.
• Free access to computers, telephones, fax machines, and copiers to help you find and apply for jobs.
Help from Experts • Identify your skills and get help finding job openings that need those skills. • Create or update your resume to get the best results possible in your job search. • Career counseling for step-by-step job search guidance. • Get the facts about what kind of jobs are available and where they are in
Arkansas. Program Referrals for Specific Needs • Free GED and English as Second Language (ESL) classes. • Veterans Services programs tailored to assist eligible veterans with vocational
rehabilitation and other employment needs. • Help for workers who have lost jobs because of business closures or workforce
reductions due to the economic climate or man-made disasters and because of international trade.
• Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) programs, including Transitional Employment Assistance (TEA), Work Pays, and more.
• Vocational rehabilitation for Arkansans living with a disability.
See the next page for local office contact information.
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Want to visit the nearest Department of Workforces Services office, Arkansas Works Center, or speak with local representative? See the information below.
Fort Smith DWS Office 616 Garrison Ave., Rm. 101,
Fort Smith, AR 72901 P.O. Box 1987, Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-783-0231
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Employers Mercy Hospital – Fort Smith 7301 Rogers Ave.,
Fort Smith, AR 72903 479-314-6000
Fort Smith School District 3205 Jenny Lind Rd., Fort Smith, AR 72902
479-785-2501
OK Foods, Inc. 461 N. 6th St., Fort Smith, AR 72904
479-783-4186
Walmart 8301 Rogers Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-484-5205
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Employment Service Agencies TEC Staffing Services 1825 N. A St.,
Fort Smith, AR 72901 479-785-3022
Career Solutions 4516 Rogers Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-785-1000
Go Ye Inc. 2321 Rogers Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-782-4693
Snelling Staffing Services 3901 Rogers Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-782-4911
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Day Labor Agencies Express Employment Professionals
1217 S. Waldron Rd., Ste. H, Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-452-1856
Labor Finders 406 E. Emma Ave., Springdale, AR 72764
479-751-6318
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Apprenticeship Programs Arkansas Apprenticeship Coalition (AAC)
See website for further details. [email protected]
Arkansas Construction Education Foundation
501 S. 20th St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
800-240-2730
Fort Smith/Van Buren Plumbing 479-783-4723 [email protected]
Fort Smith Electrical JATC 2914 Midland Blvd., Fort Smith, AR 72904
479-709-9604
National Apprenticeship Training (NATF)
See website for further details. 870-246-0320 [email protected]
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Volunteer Resources
Volunteer Database
This website allows you to search for volunteer opportunities in your area.
www.volunteerAR.org
Volunteer Opportunities American Red Cross 1709 S. Greenwood Ave.,
Fort Smith, AR 72901 479-782-1056
Arkansas Blood Institute
5300 S. U St., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-431-5900
Dylan’s Closet 4031 Windsor Dr., Fort Smith, AR 72908
479-926-1231
Earthbound Angels 7423 US 271, Fort Smith, AR 72908
479-651-4914
Good Samaritan Clinic 615 N. B St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-783-0233
Project Compassion 1205 S. Albert Pike Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-783-2273
RiverValley Hope Campus 301 S. E St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-668-4764
The Borgen Project 5210 Grand Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72904
WestArk: Retired and Senior Volunteer Program
41 N. 13th St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-783-4155
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DHS County Office Volunteer Opportunities Sebastian County DHS Office
616 Garrison Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-782-4555
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Educational Opportunities
Department of Workforce Services
www.dws.arkansas.gov 1-855-225-4440 [email protected]
The Arkansas Department of Workforce Services has Arkansas Workforce Centers across the state that can tell you about job openings, how to look for a job, training programs, and more. If you are unemployed or currently employed but need a better job, then DWS and its Arkansas Workforce Centers can help by providing:
Free Job Search Help • Arkansas JobLink lets you post your information and skills for employers to see,
search for current job openings, and more. Visit www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov now to get started.
• Free access to computers, telephones, fax machines, and copiers to help you find and apply for jobs.
Help from Experts • Identify your skills and get help finding job openings that need those skills. • Create or update your resume to get the best results possible in your job search. • Career counseling for step-by-step job search guidance. • Get the facts about what kind of jobs are available and where they are in
Arkansas. Program Referrals for Specific Needs • Free GED and English as Second Language (ESL) classes. • Veterans Services programs tailored to assist eligible veterans with vocational
rehabilitation and other employment needs. • Help for workers who have lost jobs because of business closures or workforce
reductions due to the economic climate or man-made disasters and because of international trade.
• Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) programs, including Transitional Employment Assistance (TEA), Work Pays, and more.
• Vocational rehabilitation for Arkansans living with a disability.
See the next page for local office contact information.
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Want to visit the nearest Department of Workforces Services office, Arkansas Works Center, or speak with local representative? See the information below.
Fort Smith DWS Office 616 Garrison Ave., Rm. 101,
Fort Smith, AR 72901 P.O. Box 1987, Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-783-0231
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Adult Education Fort Smith Adult Education Center (FSAEC)
501 S. 20th St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-785-1232
UAMS Schmieding Center: • Home Caregiver Training
Program • Certified Nursing Assistant
(CNA) Training
2414 S. 57th St., Ste. 101, Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-424-0053 [email protected]
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Vocational and Occupational Training Academy of Salon and Spa 311 S. 16th St.,
Fort Smith, AR 72901 479-782-5059
Arkansas School of Massage 6108 S. 31st St., Fort Smith, AR 72908
479-648-0021
Arthur Beauty College Inc. 2000 N. B St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-783-6245
Career Academy of Hair Design 1000 Phoenix Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-222-6225
Designer Barber & Stylist School 2409 S. 56th St., Ste. 118, Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-478-8388
Fort Smith Regional School of Real Estate
4720 Rogers Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-883-9784
Goodwill Industries 3225 S. 74th St., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-434-4747 1-800-Goodwill
UAMS Schmieding Center: • Home Caregiver Training
Program • Certified Nursing Assistant
(CNA) Training
2414 S. 57th St., Ste. 101, Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-424-0053 [email protected]
Vista College 120 S. Waldron Rd., Ste. 122, Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-385-6145
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Colleges and Universities Arkansas Tech University (ATU) 1605 Coliseum Dr.,
Russellville, AR 72801 479-968-0389
John Brown University Fort Smith Center
1401 S. Waldron Rd., Ste. 201, Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-646-0082
University of Arkansas (UA) 1 University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701
479-575-2000
University of Arkansas Fort Smith (UAFS)
5210 Grand Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72904
479-788-7000
University of the Ozarks 415 N. College Ave., Clarksville, AR 72830
800-264-8636
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Apprenticeship Programs Arkansas Apprenticeship Coalition (AAC)
See website for further details. [email protected]
Arkansas Construction Education Foundation
501 S. 20th St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
800-240-2730
Fort Smith/Van Buren Plumbing 479-783-4723 [email protected]
Fort Smith Electrical JATC 2914 Midland Blvd., Fort Smith, AR 72904
479-709-9604
National Apprenticeship Training (NATF)
See website for further details. 870-246-0320 [email protected]
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Cooperative Extension Service
www.uaex.edu
Sebastian County ACES Barling Office
6700 Mahogany Ave., Barling, AR 72923
479-484-7737 [email protected]
Sebastian County ACES Greenwood Office
301 E. Center, Rm. 109, Greenwood AR 72396 P.O. Box 1092, Greenwood AR 72396
479-996-4131 [email protected]
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Cooperative Extension Training Pesticide Training 6700 Mahogany Ave.,
Barling, AR 72923 479-484-7737
Pesticide Training 301 E. Center, Rm. 109, Greenwood, AR 72396
479-996-4131
Master Gardener 6700 Mahogany Ave., Barling, AR 72923
479-484-7737
Master Gardener 301 E. Center, Rm. 109, Greenwood, AR 72396
479-996-4131
Extension Homemakers 6700 Mahogany Ave., Barling, AR 72923
479-484-7737
Extension Homemakers 301 E. Center, Rm. 109, Greenwood, AR 72396
479-996-4131
4-H Programs 6700 Mahogany Ave., Barling, AR 72923
479-484-7737
4-H Programs 301 E. Center, Rm. 109, Greenwood, AR 72396
479-996-4131
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Quality of Life
Department of Health
www.healthy.arkansas.gov
Sebastian County – Fort Smith WIC Clinic
6601 Phoenix Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-478-3062
Sebastian County Health Unit – Ft. Smith
3112 S. 70th St., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-452-8600
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Substance Abuse Treatment Centers Harbor House Inc. 615 N. 19th St.,
Fort Smith, AR 72901 479-785-4083
Recovery Solutions 501 S. 18th St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-434-5566
Western Arkansas Counseling 3111 S. 70th St., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-452-6650
Gateway Recovery Center for Women
615 N. 19th St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-785-4083
Detox Help 4300 Rogers Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-226-8611
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Shelters Community Rescue Mission 310 N. F St.,
Fort Smith, AR 72901 479-782-1443
Crisis Intervention Center 5603 S. 14th St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-782-1821
Fort Smith Children’s Emergency Shelter
3015 S. 14th St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-783-0018
Next Step 123 N. 6th St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-782-5433
RiverValley Hope Campus 301 S. E St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-668-4764
Salvation Army 301 N. 6th St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-783-6145
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Food Pantries Anthony Youth and Family 1122 N. 11th St.,
Fort Smith, AR 72901 PO Box 1571, Fort Smith, AR 72901
Central Christian Church 400 N. Waldron, Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-452-1901
Community Service Clearinghouse
4420 Wheeler Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-649-4636
Crawford-Sebastian County Community Development Council
4831 Armour Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72904
479-785-2303
Goddard United Methodist Church
1922 Dodson Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72906
479-785-1415
Helping Hands 3901 Grand Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72904
479-424-2764
Quinn Chapel AME Church 723 N. 8th St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-783-7140
Salvation Army 301 N. 6th St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-783-6145
Saint James Baptist Food Pantry 4916 High St., Fort Smith, AR 72904
479-782-5756
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Medical and Dental Care Providers Baptist Health – Fort Smith 1001 Towson Ave.,
Fort Smith, AR 72901 479-441-4100
Baptist Health – Van Buren 211 Crawford Memorial Dr., Van Buren, AR 72956
479-471-4467
Good Samaritan Clinic
615 N. B St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-783-0233 [email protected]
Mercy Clinic Family Medicine – Rogers Avenue
6801 Rogers Ave., Fort Smith AR 72903
479-274-2000
Mercy Clinic Family Medicine – Fianna Hills
9101 Jenny Lind, Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-274-6000
Mercy Clinic Family Medicine – Van Buren
2800 Fayetteville Rd., Van Buren, AR 72956
479-321-3884
Mercy Clinic Primary Care – Cliff Drive
3700 Cliff Dr., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-321-3882
Mercy Family Medicine – Booneville
128 Daniel Ave., Booneville, AR 72927
479-316-6955
Mercy Hospital Booneville 880 W. Main St., Booneville, AR 72927
479-675-2800
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith 7301 Rogers Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-314-6000
ProMed Cooper Clinic Phoenix 4600 Towson Ave., Ste. 101-N., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-274-6900
River Valley Primary Care Services (RVPCS)
9755 W. State Hwy. 22, Ratliff, AR 72957
479-635-5300 800-877-7658
RVPCS Eastside Family Clinic
9619 Rogers Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-434-4747
RVPCS Mountainburg Family Clinic
4 Hwy. 71 N.E., Mountainburg, AR 72946
479-369-2091
RVPCS Mulberry Family Clinic
421 N. Main St., Mulberry, AR 72947
479-997-1484
RVPCS Northside Clinic
4900 Kelley Hwy., Fort Smith, AR 72904
479-785-5700
RVPCS Northside Clinic at 6th Street
3202 N. 6th St., Fort Smith, AR 72904
479-783-3900
UAMS Fort Smith Family Medical Center
612 S. 12th St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-785-2431
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Department of Community Corrections Transition Houses ARVAC Freedom House 5821 Charles Bussey Ave.,
Little Rock, AR 72204 501-906-4247
Gyst House 810 Frenchmans Ln., Little Rock, AR 72209
501-568-1682
Hope House of Recovery 3517 W. 25th St., Little Rock, AR 72204
501-351-5164
Quality Living Center 3925 Asher St., Little Rock, AR 72204
501-663-3490
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County Agencies
Department of Workforce Services
www.dws.arkansas.gov
Fort Smith DWS Office 616 Garrison Ave., Rm. 101,
Fort Smith, AR 72901 P.O. Box 1987, Fort Smith, AR 72901
479-783-0231
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Department of Health
www.healthy.arkansas.gov
Sebastian County – Fort Smith WIC Clinic
6601 Phoenix Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-478-3062
Sebastian County Health Unit – Ft. Smith
3112 S. 70th St., Fort Smith, AR 72903
479-452-8600
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Cooperative Extension Service
www.uaex.edu
Sebastian County ACES Barling Office
6700 Mahogany Ave., Barling, AR 72923
479-484-7737 [email protected]
Sebastian County ACES Greenwood Office
301 E. Center, Rm. 109, Greenwood AR 72396 P.O. Box 1092, Greenwood AR 72396
479-996-4131 [email protected]
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Department of Human Services
humanservices.arkansas.gov
Sebastian County DHS Office 616 Garrison Ave.,
Fort Smith, AR 72901 479-782-4555
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This document is maintained by the Arkansas Department of Human Services. This list of resources is not all-inclusive. It may not include all available contacts and opportunities.
