Career and Educational Planning (WERC)

Wellspring Educational Resource Collaborative: making career and educational goals a reality.

I used to work crazy hours with no health care and no chance of advancement. Now I have benefits, a great schedule and constant training. WERC helped me focus on what I really wanted, took skills I learned and made me the perfect candidate for the job.
– Michelle, WERC student

Cost: Free
Where: 302 Essex Ave. Gloucester, MA
When: By appointment

The Wellspring Educational Resource Collaborate (WERC) is a program designed to help students advance in their careers and education by providing mentorship and resources for college, occupational education or placement in a new job.

Students will receive:

One-on-one and group mentoring
Goal focused coaching to career and education
Resources in seeking financial aid and scholarships

To schedule an appointment to learn more about WERC, call Lisa Wheeler at 978-281-3558 ext 322.

Volunteer WERC mentors are needed

Please contact Becky Wuenschel at 978-281-3558, ext. 323 or bwuenschel@wellspringhouse.org for more information.

Mentors help students:

Stay focused on their Pathway for Personal Success
Balance and navigate life stressors that get in the way of success
Deepen academic skills for college success
Build and polish resumes, and cover letters, and interview skills
Execute job searches
Develop problem solving skills, confidence and a deeper positive sense of themselves