JRI provides fully funded career training and wraparound support for eligible individuals with justice involvement. Real credentials, real employers, real careers. Your past doesn't define your future.
Determine funding eligibility and select your career pathway.
Complete occupational training with structured on-the-job learning.
Employer-hosted placement to support employment transition.
Elevate for Humanity delivers all training through a structured career pathway. Participants begin with an eligibility and career alignment phase, where funding eligibility is determined and program selection occurs. Once eligibility is confirmed, participants enter occupational training with structured on-the-job learning. Training is followed by an employer-hosted internship or work-based placement. Program enrollment, training, and placement are contingent upon eligibility, funding availability, and employer participation.
Returning to society after incarceration is one of the hardest challenges anyone can face. Without job skills, stable employment, and support, the cycle of recidivism continues. JRI breaks that cycle.
This isn't just training — it's a complete support system. JRI provides free career training in high-demand fields, plus case management, transportation assistance, childcare support, and job placement services.
We believe in second chances. Your past doesn't define who you are or what you can become. With the right training and support, you can build a stable career, support your family, and contribute to your community.
Fully funded career training in high-demand fields for eligible participants
Dedicated support coordinator to help you succeed
Direct connections to employers ready to hire
Transportation, childcare, and other assistance
Get paid while you train through DOL-registered apprenticeship programs
Get Hired First
Start working with an employer immediately
Earn a Paycheck
Get paid hourly wages while you train
Learn on the Job
Hands-on training with experienced mentors
Free Classroom Training
Related instruction at no cost to you
Earn Certifications
Industry-recognized credentials included
No Student Debt
Zero tuition - you get paid to learn
Barber Apprenticeship
2,000 hours | $10-15/hr starting
State Board approved
HVAC Technician
2,000 hours | $15-18/hr starting
Note: Eligibility requirements may vary by program and location. Contact us to discuss your specific situation.
JRI is a state-funded program designed to reduce recidivism by providing job training, education, and support services to justice-involved individuals. The program is approved by the Indiana Department of Correction, Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD), and U.S. Department of Labor (DOL).
JRI provides fully funded career training in high-demand industries for eligible participants, case management, transportation assistance, and direct job placement with employers who hire individuals with criminal backgrounds.
You may be eligible if you:
Schedule a free eligibility assessment at IndianaCareerConnect.com
Yes, for eligible participants. JRI funding covers all tuition, books, materials, certifications, and exam fees. You pay nothing.
We also provide transportation assistance, childcare support, and other wraparound services to help you succeed. This is funded by the State of Indiana through the Job Ready Indy.
Certificate of Completion issued by Elevate for Humanity Career & Technical Institute
Documents successful completion of the Justice-Involved Reentry training program
Preparation for third-party industry certifications
Issued by the credentialing organization upon passing their exam:
Workforce-aligned training for employment pathways
Note: Third-party certifications and state licenses are issued by external credentialing bodies, not by Elevate for Humanity. Exam fees may apply separately.
Apply now to see if you qualify for JRI-funded training.
EPA certification included
Building Maintenance
1,000 hours | $14-17/hr starting
Multi-trade skills
U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Sponsor
RAPIDS ID: 2025-IN-132301
For Students: Apply for apprenticeship programs through JRI funding
For Employers/Program Holders: Partner with us to create registered apprenticeship programs for your workforce
Not necessarily. Many of our programs are specifically designed for individuals with criminal backgrounds. We work with state licensing boards and employers who practice "ban the box" hiring.
During your consultation, we'll review your background and recommend programs where you can obtain licensure and employment. Some fields (like healthcare) have restrictions, but many trades and industries welcome second-chance candidates.
Visit www.IndianaCareerConnect.com
Indiana Career Connect is the official state workforce portal where you can schedule appointments with approved training providers like Elevate for Humanity.
You can also call us directly at (317) 314-3757 or visit our office at 8888 Keystone Xing, Suite 1300, Indianapolis, IN 46240.
We are officially approved by:
Yes. Job placement is a core part of JRI. We have partnerships with employers across Indiana who actively hire our graduates, including those with criminal backgrounds.
Your case manager will work with you on resume building, interview preparation, and direct introductions to hiring managers. We don't just train you—we help you get hired.
Training duration varies by program:
All programs include hands-on training, certification exams, and job placement assistance.
Yes! Through DOL-registered apprenticeship programs, you can earn while you learn.
Apprenticeships allow you to get hired by an employer first, then receive paid on-the-job training while earning hourly wages. You'll also receive free classroom instruction and industry certifications—all while getting a paycheck.
Available apprenticeships include:
We are a U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Sponsor (RAPIDS ID: 2025-IN-132301). This means your apprenticeship is federally recognized and portable nationwide.
We partner with employers, nonprofits, and program holders to create registered apprenticeship programs and provide trained workers.
Benefits for employers:
Whether you need CDL drivers, healthcare workers, skilled trades, or other positions, we can create a customized training pipeline for your organization.
We're not just a training school—we're a complete support system:
We believe everyone deserves a second chance. Your past doesn't define your future.
