Get To Work

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  • 2012
  • 1 Season

Get To Work is a reality television series which originally aired on the Sundance Channel in 2012. The show focuses on a program called Second Chance, which is designed to help ex-convicts and those who have struggled with poverty and addiction find gainful employment.

The program is run by a non-profit organization called the Delancey Street Foundation, which is based in San Francisco. The foundation was founded in 1971 and has since expanded to several other locations across the United States. Their mission is to provide education, job training, housing, and other support to those who are struggling to rebuild their lives.

Each episode of the show follows a group of participants as they go through the Second Chance program. Viewers get to see the struggles and triumphs of these individuals as they work to overcome their past and build a better future for themselves and their families.

The show takes a documentary-style approach, with minimal narration and a focus on the real-life experiences of the participants. The participants are followed throughout the program, from the initial intake process to the final job placement. Viewers get a sense of the challenges these individuals face as they work to rebuild their lives – from struggles with addiction and homelessness to difficulties with finding employment and housing.

Along the way, the participants meet with a range of instructors and mentors who help them develop the skills they need to succeed in the workplace. These include classes on writing resumes and cover letters, interview skills, and job search strategies. The participants also have the opportunity to learn practical skills, such as culinary arts, woodworking, and electrical work.

The show is notable for its focus on the Second Chance program, and the innovative approach taken by the Delancey Street Foundation. Unlike many programs for ex-convicts and those in need, the Second Chance program does not rely on government funding or support. Instead, the foundation is entirely self-funded, relying on donations and revenue from its businesses (which include a restaurant, bakery, and furniture store) to support its programs.

The program also differs from many other job training programs in its focus on social and emotional development. Participants are encouraged to work together in a supportive community, and to build healthy relationships with their peers and mentors. The program also emphasizes the importance of making amends and taking responsibility for past mistakes.

Overall, Get To Work provides a compelling and inspiring look at the Second Chance program and the important work being done by the Delancey Street Foundation. Through its focus on the real-life experiences of the participants, the show offers a powerful reminder of the importance of second chances, and the potential for all individuals to change their lives for the better.

Get To Work is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (8 episodes). The series first aired on August 6, 2012.

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Seasons
Wake Up and Smell Reality
8. Wake Up and Smell Reality
October 1, 2012
Profiling three people as they struggle to overcome substance-abuse and join the job market.
Hustling Only Gets You So Far
7. Hustling Only Gets You So Far
September 24, 2012
Strive's founder visits; a woman attempts to bond with family; a man receives a pink slip.
Check Yourself, Before You Wreck Yourself
6. Check Yourself, Before You Wreck Yourself
September 17, 2012
An elderly ex-convict tries to win back his family's trust; a man deals with attitude problems; and a father must find a job or lose his family.
A Complete 180
5. A Complete 180
September 10, 2012
An ex-con, a recovering alcoholic and a homeless war veteran struggle to endure through the program.
Pressure Does Two Things
4. Pressure Does Two Things
September 3, 2012
A former car thief attempts to make things right and tries to her daughter's trust; an arrogant man risks getting kicked out of class; and a drug test leads to a temper flare-up.
Don't Get Comfortable
3. Don't Get Comfortable
August 27, 2012
A foreigner's American dream turns into a nightmare; a woman needs to show some humility in order to get help; a man continues to work while under the influence.
Stand and Deliver
2. Stand and Deliver
August 20, 2012
A homeless man has problems toughing it out; a shy guy preps for an interview; and a woman could possibly lose custody of her daughter if she doesn't complete the program.
Walking That Beam
1. Walking That Beam
August 6, 2012
It's tough love or tough luck for job seekers. Lifelong criminal Bobby needs to take charge or accept losing his family. Overconfident Adam must complete the program or go back to jail. Angela learns that getting a job means being a team player.
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Where to Watch Get To Work
Get To Work is available for streaming on the Sundance Channel website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Get To Work on demand at Apple TV and Pluto TV.
  • Premiere Date
    August 6, 2012