Angell Job Corps Center

nwdesi updated 12/2008

ANGELL JOB CORPS CENTER

Address / 335 N.E. Blodgett Road
Yachats, OR 97498
Phone Number / 541-547-3137
Fax Number / 541-547-5690
Center Director / Wayne Tapp
Administrative Officer / Terrie Parks
Center Standards Officer / Sherry Hummel
Introduction to Center Life Coordinator / Dan Millard
Center Admissions Counselor Contact / Alta McCarthy
Project Manager / Tony Vela
Project Manager Phone Number / 415-975-4696

Description of Surrounding Community: AngellJobCorpsCenter is located on the beautiful OregonCoast between the communities of Waldport and Yachats. Newport, a slightly larger community located 20 miles north of the center, provides a variety of services including banking, shopping, a hospital and recreational opportunities. There are many community oriented events in which to participateas representatives of Job Corps. Many community partners welcome Angell students as customers and as learners, aiding to create a positive profile in the community.

Profile Update:December 2008

GENERAL QUESTIONS

What are your current trade offerings?

Automotive Technologies: Career technical training is a N A T E F approved curriculum which includes all eight ASE areas: Engine Repair, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, Manual Drive Trains/Axles, Suspension and Steering, Brakes, Electrical/Electronics, Heating and Air Conditioningand Engine Performance. Career Success Skills, Applied Academics, environmental protection, proper use of tools and equipment and industry accepted practices are integrated into the curriculum.Instruction consists of formal classroom, shop/lab, and work based learning to prepare students as entry leveltechnicians. Advanced Training opportunities such as Aamco, Toyota T-10, Collision Repair and Medium/Heavy Trucks are available after completion. Approximately 14 months to complete the basic program and an additional 14 to 18 months for the advanced program.

Carpentry: Students learn shop safety and proper use and maintenance of carpentry tools. They learn to interpret blueprints; to understand carpentry terminology; to lay out building lines and to prepare foundations; to form foundations and walls; to apply wall coverings; to install floors; to finish building interiors. Students will install windows, doors, sheet rock and stud walls. They will learn to construct a building using only blueprints to guide them. Students will also learn to use math as it applies to carpentry and to implement the use of manuals and to write reports. Carpenters often work in adverse weather conditions. Some work in this vocation can be required from scaffolding. Students can go to work as union apprentices on construction job sites through the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Jointers of America. Students must be able to obtain a driver's license to complete the program. The program takes approximately 12 months to complete.

Culinary Arts: The program is recognized for education assurance by the American Culinary Federation. The culinary arts students are expected to achieve a high level of competence. Serv-Safe, an internationally recognized food safety program, teaches safety and hygiene rules common to the food service industry. The students learn the use of food service equipment and hand tools, follow recipes, prepare and cook food, serve food in an attractive, efficient manner. They receive job training in a volume production kitchen, as well as smaller catered affairs and competitions. They maintain equipment; plan and order foodstuff; use math in recipes and read food manuals.Students who complete this program are ready for entry level positions in food service or may be eligible for advanced training in Culinary Arts at Treasure Island in San Francisco or Restaurant Management at Woodstock in New York, which includes a two year degree.

Masonry: The program is operated by the International Masonry Institute (IMI). The trainees learn to work in a construction environment in a safe and effective manner. Students learn to use masonry tools, to effectively interpret blueprints, to understand masonry terminology and to work with the various brick, block, tile, and stone materials. They learn the proper use of scaffolds, rough terrain forklifts, and complete OSHA 10. Students use mathematics as it pertains to the masonry trade; learn to read manuals and to make materials lists. To be a successful brick mason the student must be willing and able to work under adverse weather conditions, to take orders and direction and to work cooperatively with other team members to achieve a common goal. Trainees should not be afraid of heights and must be able to obtain a valid driver’s license. The program takes approximately 12 months to complete. Direct entry into the BAC Apprenticeship Program is available upon successful completion of the IMI/Job Corps Pre-Apprentice training.

Painting: The International Union of Painter and Allied Trades (IUPAT) operates this pre-apprenticeship painting program. Training is provided in various surface preparations, applications of paints and coatings with brush, roller, airless and conventional spray systems. 65% of the training week is devoted to hands-on projects on and off of the center. 35% of the week will be in the classroom on trade related material and safety. Safety training covers such areas as ladder, scaffolding, fall protection, aerial lifts, and proper use of respirators, eye, face and hearing protection. Students must be physically able to work on their feet for 8 hours while climbing, bending and lifting. Upon completion of the program, approximately 12 months, Job Corps graduates are placed at the top of the list for new applicants into the IUPAT Apprenticeship Program.

Plumbing: The Home Builders Institute (HBI) operates this program and is the workforce development arm of the National Association of Home Builders. The average program takes 12 months to complete. You will learn how to cut and install pipes and fittings; install fixtures such as sinks, dishwashers, disposals, showers and toilets; repair and test water lines for leaks; install water heater;, work with adhesives and hand tools, such as saws and plumbing wrenches; and operate power tools, such as pipe threaders and solder torches. Plumbing can keep you physically active. Bending, standing, climbing and kneeling are part of the job. Plumbers work indoors and outdoors, sometimes in wet and damp areas and use heavy or rough materials, sharp tools and power equipment. Plumbing is one of the largest and highest paid building industry careers. It offers excellent job opportunities. Plumbers install, maintain and repair many types of pipe systems using different materials and construction techniques. Residential water, gas and drainage systems that use copper, steel, cast iron and plastic pipe and can be installed by one or two people. You must be able to follow building plans or blueprints, instruction from supervisors, lay out the job and work with the materials and tools of the trade. More and more, computers are now used to create blueprints and plan layouts.

Urban Forestry: Students learn to work safely and effectively in a forest environment. They learn to properly use tools and equipment common to tree workers in the Pacific Northwest and common to the arborist trade.The trade requires stamina for arduous labor and tree climbing techniques. Learn to understand the basic concepts of multiple uses of forestlands.. Students will learn proper use of chain saws, stump grinders, industrial chippers and the use of a bucket truck. They will work from all levels of the forest from the tree top to the forest floor. Adverse weather conditions are an opportunity to practice real life situations. This trade requires a lot of upper body strength and stamina for arduous labor. Students will learn to use math and develop reading, writing and speaking skills, which will enable them to read manuals, write reports and present information to their supervisors and to the public. Approximately 12 months to complete this ACRT sponsored program.

Welding: Students learn safe procedures and behaviors in a shop environment and on a job site. Training is provided in blueprint reading and interpretation as well as reading manuals. Students learn oxyacetylene welding and cutting, arc welding, tungsten inert gas welding and metal inert gas welding. Students learn to use math in solving welding problems and to perform accurate measurements. Welding requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time. Approximately 13 months to complete. Advanced training opportunities exist in this trade for Auto Body at Clearfield JCC in Clearfield, Utah.

What is special or unique about your particular center?

We have access to a beautiful Pacific Ocean beach but students should be advised that there is no swimming in the ocean.Students can walk on the beach with certain restrictions. We are also the only center in the region to offer Urban Forestry and Plumbingand one of the few in the region that offers Automotive Technician training. We have a focus on recycling, re-using and reducing supported by the Green Committee. Supervised hiking of the many area trails is also popular. Our campus is bi-level and surrounded by trees. Highway 101, on which the center is located, is a designated Scenic Highway with lots of opportunities to view the ocean while traveling. There is a student store and a recreation building.

Do you have any brochures or other promotional information specific to your center? Who is the contact for getting this information?

We have Job Corps brochures that have been distributed to the Admissions Counselors. We have some employer specific brochures. Further information may be obtained from theBusiness Community Liaison: 541.547.5679.

What do your students commonly say they wish they’d known before arriving that they didn’t know?

We have a closed center:students are not allowed to come and go as they please in the evenings. Passes are available for weekend trips out of the local area. The center’s Dress for Success Policy is strictly enforced. Minors are not allowed to smoke at any time. If you are a minor who smokes and do not plan to quit prior to entry into Job Corps you are compromising your ability to succeed. We have no pool or horseback riding available other than special recreation trips. A willingness to follow rules allows a better chance at success.

What is the weather like in the area?

The weather is generally rainy from November through April with less rain during the summer and fall. We can get gorgeous, clear days any time. Temperatures rarely exceed 85 degrees, with a general temperature range of 50 to 70 degrees. Students should come prepared for winter storm weather which is wet and windy.

Is there anything in particular students should know about the area?

Angell has an outstanding relationship with the surrounding communities through their public service program. Students should know that they are expected to act as Angell ambassadors at all times when out in the community. There are opportunities to obtain weekend work for those students who wish to make extra money. Certain requirements have to be met in order to do that. Students who are 18 or older and are in good standing may qualify for camp crew which is fire suppression support and is an opportunity to earn money.

STUDENT QUESTIONS

Departing for the JobCorpsCenter

What items should I bring?

Bring personal items, towels, a coat, appropriate clothing for school and work (see dress code). You may also bring a personal listening device with earphones and you may bring a cell phone.Neither device is to be used or carried during the school/work day.

• Immunization records
• GED or HS Diploma
• Social Security Card
• Copy of Birth Certificate
• Driver’s License
• A picture identification of some kind for Oregon Health Plan

What items shouldn’t I bring?

Do not bring clothing or jewelry that contains or promotes drugs (including tobacco), alcohol, sex,violence, gang activities, team sports logos or racial/sexual bias and no items depicting skulls of any kind. No boom boxes or stereo systems other than your personal music device. Telecommunications devices (e.g. beepers), bandanas, baggy pants, knives or other weapons, drugs or alcohol, or external speakers for personal devices and all expensive and bulky items should remain at home.

What items will the center provide?

The center furnishes all necessary linens, as well as many items to wear in work and school.

How much luggage can I bring?

The personal lockers are of moderate size so bringing a large number of belongings is not advisable. Luggage is stored in the basement with a formal check-in/check-out policy to preclude loss of luggage. Students may check out their luggage for week-end pass each time they leave center on authorized leave.

Where is the center bus pickup?

Valley Retriever Station in Newport, Oregon

Where do I go once I arrive at the Greyhound station?

Once you arrive at the station in Corvallis OR, collect your luggage and find out where to board the VALLEY RETRIEVER. The Valley Retriever will take you to the Newport, OR bus depot.

What/Who should I look for?

Once you arrive in Newport please wait in front of the station and look for a Forest Service Van.

Is there an average waiting time?

Buses will arrive at 4:00pm or 12:40am. Usually there will not be a wait as the driver’s are sent with a list of names at these times for pick up.

What do I do if I miss my bus?

Call the center to make arrangements. Call (541) 547-3137 collect and identify yourself as a new student.

How will I know the person picking me up is from the JobCorpsCenter?

The person will be driving a Forest Service vehicle, usually white with a brown logo on the driver’s door. They will have an Angell Job Corps picture ID and may have on a Forest Service uniform.

If there is an emergency who should I call on center?

During the day you can contact the records clerk at 541-547-5653. There is a toll free number to be used by students for official business: 1-800-828-2157. After 5pm you can call the center at 541-547-3137 and ask for residential life; they have a list of itineraries.

Can my parent or other persons I know (guardian, friend, etc.) bring me to the center?

Yes, you may come to the center in a private vehicle. Try to report to center prior to 2 p.m. on your arrival day.

Arrival at the JobCorpsCenter

Dormitories

What does the dorm look like? How many students are in each room? The men’s dorm is a newer two-story structure with up to four men to a room. The women’s dorm is an older two-story block structure with up to four women to a room. In both dorms, each room has its own shower and toilet facilities. There is a moderate locker for each student. There are TV and IT rooms for group activity. Each room has a small refrigerator.

When am I assigned to a room?

Upon arrival at the center students will be given their room assignments and locker key from the Residential Living Office (RLO).

Will I be able to choose my roommate(s)?

No, students are assigned to available empty beds by the dorm staff.

Who cleans the dorm?

The students living in the dorm are assigned duties each week with schedules posted for students to review.

What time do I have to get up?

Breakfast is served from 6:00 - 6:45 A.M. Students are required to be up, dressed and bed made by 7 a.m. at which time the dorm jobs begin.

When is weeknight curfew? Students are required to be in their dormitories attending meetings by 9 p.m.

When is weekend curfew? On Fridays and Saturdays and holiday nights, students are required to be in their dorm by 10:30 p.m. They are allowed to stay up either in the day room, IT room or hallways until 1 a.m., but rooms must have their lights out by midnight in deference to sleeping roommates.

What happens if I miss bed check?

If late for accountability, you will receive a citation (late to assigned area). If missed completely, stricter sanctions will be applied. Repeated violations will result in sterner disciplinary action.

Laundry

What is the laundry policy?

Washers and dryers are available in each dormitory for student use. Laundry is generally done twice a week by students to ensure good hygiene practices.

How is bed linen laundered?

Bed linen is exchanged weekly on Wednesdays. If students have their own linens, they must wash them and have beds made by 8 p.m.

Do I bring my own laundry products?

No. We provide laundry detergent. However, students may buy their own so long as it coincides with center water treatment policies. Allergies or other skin sensitive conditions can be addressed by calling center prior to entry.

Meals

What is the meal schedule?

Weekdays Weekends

6:00 A.M. – 6:45 A.M. Breakfast 9:00 A.M. –10:45Brunch

11:45 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.Ed Lunch 4:00 P.M. – 4:45 P.M.

12:15 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. VocLunch

4:30 P.M. - 5:15 P.M.Dinner