Retention services to eliminate barriers

Retention for entry level workers is generally about eliminating barriers to showing up to and being ready for work on a daily basis. This might be addressed through wrap-around supports (e.g., child care and transportation), mentors, and other vehicles for promoting self-esteem, confidence, and motivation. Such supports do not necessarily need to be provided from within a single service provider, but can be "packaged" within a community of service providers.

Service providers may also need to translate workplace culture or provide other kinds of "coaching" to the worker.

Often, providers must take clients out of their normal environment to pursue this kind of support. For example, Women Achieving New Directions does a Friday night family fun event once a quarter.