F.R.E.E. Workforce Pathway
A structured employment pathway designed for people returning from incarceration or facing barriers to work. Start with entry-level positions and grow into leadership—no judgment, just opportunity.
Your Path Forward
Express Interest
Email [email protected]. No resume required. We accept all backgrounds without judgment.
Orientation & Onboarding
Learn the basics: sorting, stocking, and receiving. Hands-on training from day one.
Skill Development
Build work history, earn references, and develop professional skills on the job.
Advancement
Move into supervisory roles and leadership positions as you grow.
Why F.R.E.E.?
No-Judgment Hiring
Your past does not define your future. We welcome all returning citizens.
Career Growth
Clear path from entry-level to supervisory with mentoring support.
WOTC-Eligible
Employers benefit from tax credits, making your hire a smart business decision.
Community Support
Connect with others on the same journey. You are not alone in this.
For Employers: WOTC Benefits
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit that pays employers up to $2,400 per eligible hire, and up to $9,600 for certain veterans. Hiring through the F.R.E.E. Workforce Pathway makes your business eligible.
Submit IRS Form 8850 and ETA Form 9061 within 28 days of hire
40% of first $6,000 in wages = $2,400 per employee
Contact Jack Sprince at MA Dept. of Career Services for guidance
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