Programs
PCSI Intake Process
The following programs require individuals and families to be processed through intake. If you'd like to find out if you qualify for PCSI's services, please call (412) 904-4700 to make an appointment.
Income Guidelines – 2012
Household size Annual Income
1 $13,538
2 $18,213
3 $22,888
4 $27,563
5 $32,238
6 $36,913
7 $41,588
8 $46,263
Neighborhood Safety Program (412) 392-6467
The Neighborhood Safety Program is a crime and disaster prevention program that helps at-risk and low to moderate income families who reside within the City of Pittsburgh and the County of Allegheny to have safer homes through the installation of life-lites, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, deadbolt locks, and auxiliary security hardware, including door peepholes and doorknobs. The installation of these items is FREE and provides greater prevention and protection from injury, death due to fire or carbon monoxide poisoning, and robbery.
PCSI's Refrigerator Replacement Program partnership with Duquesne Light has been extended through 2011. If you would like more information, please call (412) 392-6467.
Project Life Line – Youth Education Initiative (412) 904-4709
The goal of PLL is to "promote the interpersonal growth and development of referred youth so that they discontinue their delinquent and at-risk behaviors and function more effectively and productively in their families, schools, and communities."Services are provided to youth from 14 to 18 years of age who reside in the City of Pittsburgh and whose families meet the income eligibility requirements. PLL receives referrals from the Pittsburgh Public Schools, other local schools, and social service agencies. Clients can also refer themselves. For more information please contact Gregory Tot at (412) 726-9461.
Department of Counseling and Workforce Development (412) 904-4716
The Department of Counseling and Workforce Development is a seamless network of links that create a common interface for the social systems of Pittsburgh. The Department provides services and referrals to the appropriate agencies while augmenting processes and resources that assist individuals and families to navigate and overcome barriers of poverty by providing exposure to subsystems and networks in the Pittsburgh area. These resources are related to education, health, and wellness. Service categories include employment, education, income management, housing, legal referrals, emergency services, nutrition, and providing links. By meeting the basic needs of the clients, individuals are enabled to become and remain self-sufficient. Appointments can be made Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Work Ready Program (412) 904-4804
The Work Ready provides a positive and gradual introduction to work by offering job-readiness and job search assistance to TANF and food stamp eligible clients as they are referred by the Allegheny County Assistance Office. The expected outcome is a job placement into subsidized employment for a minimum of 30 hours a week with the placement paying at least a minimum wage.
Work Ready is a six to nine month program which provides job readiness, job search assistance, job placement, and extended support services. Job-readiness includes interviewing skills, and life skills such as: budgeting, nutrition, conflict resolution, and resume development. Extended support includes on-going coaching and support services as needed to assist the client in retaining employment. The WRP plans to pursue additional job partnerships and extended employment opportunities. WR will seek to identify resources which will provide a continuum of care and support to its clients. The Work Ready office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Micro-Business Institute (MBI) (412) 904-4706
The Micro-Business Institute (MBI) at Pittsburgh Community Services Inc. strives to address the current and prevalent issues of unemployment, underemployment and poverty in the City of Pittsburgh by capitalizing on the inherent talents, skills and entrepreneurship ability of low-wealth Pittsburgh residents. We are dedicated to fostering the development of sustainable microbusinesses in an effort to stimulate economic development, self-sufficiency and job creation in poverty-stricken neighborhoods throughout the city.
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Emergency Food Pantry (412) 904-4801
The Emergency Food Pantry at Pittsburgh Community Services Inc. strives to address the current and prevalent issues around hunger and emergency food sources in poverty-stricken neighborhoods throughout the city. The pantry offers emergency food assistance by providing them with emergency food and nutrition assistance at no cost. The types of foods wil vary, depending on resources and avaialbility of commodity subsidized produce and canned goods. Hours of operation:
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Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Tuesday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Thursday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Pittsburgh Community Services, Inc. has a visible impact in reducing the number of impoverished people in the City of Pittsburgh. It is widely recognized in the community as a collaborative partner who routinely influences public policy decisions and is an advocate for and expert on the issues that affect the lives and well-being of impoverished people.
