Fair Chance Employers at Emerge Center
The Emerge Center is the home of Fair Chance Employers that provide vital opportunities for individuals with past involvement in the justice system. We aim to reintegrate them into the workforce and help them thrive. Through collaborative efforts, these employers offer not only jobs but also support, training, and pathways for professional growth, fostering a culture of inclusivity and empowerment within the community. Our presence embodies a commitment to second chances and highlights the transformative potential of fair and equitable employment practices.
Our Mission
To change lives and communities by fostering collaboration between clinical recovery services, workforce development, fair chance employers, and community initiatives
Which Employers Are at Emerge?
We are home to a variety of businesses, including Arise Cafe, Five Star Home Services, Van Martin Roofing, SB3 III, Right Way Renovations, Digital Watchman LLC, and more.
The Emerge Center also has great collaborating partners who operate in other locations but chose to be a part of the Emerge Center mission. They currently include Pitt Stop Tire & Auto of Xenia.
What is Emerge Center?
The Emerge Center is a beacon of hope for local job seekers, individuals in recovery from addiction, and those seeking to rebuild their lives. We are dedicated to providing opportunities for people to reintegrate them into the workforce. This initiative is about more than just offering jobs; it’s about providing support, training, and professional growth pathways. We are all about your transformation at Emerge. We are here to help you succeed!
Why Fair Chance Employment Matters:
- Inclusivity and Empowerment – Fair chance employment practices foster a culture of inclusivity and empowerment within the community. By offering second chances, these practices help transform lives and provide individuals with the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to society. This not only benefits the individual but also strengthens the community as a whole.
- Community Growth -Employers who adopt fair chance practices often see a positive impact on their workforce and community. The presence of fair chance employers like those at The Emerge Center embodies a commitment to second chances and highlights the transformative potential of equitable employment practices.

The Importance of Fair Chance Employment in The Miami Valley Ohio Area
Over the years, fair chance employment has proven to transform lives by offering individuals a pathway to reintegration, stability and professional growth. Our efforts at The Emerge Center have demonstrated the power of collaboration in a community that takes action towards healing and empowerment. Working together, we believe the sky is the limit!
Whether you are a local job seeker, in recovery from addiction, or seeking to rebuild your life, The Emerge Center stands ready to support you with opportunities and resources designed to help you succeed.
Understanding Fair Chance Employment
Fair chance employment is more than just a trend — it’s a vital movement toward creating a more inclusive and equitable society. In our region here in the Miami Valley, Ohio, area, fair chance employers at The Emerge Center are setting the stage for significant change, especially for individuals with past involvement in the justice system. We are at the forefront of this movement, and we are only getting started! Working together, we believe the future is bright and the sky is the limit!

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Featured Testimonial
“As a second chance employer, it is our privilege to welcome people in recovery back into our company and watch them reunite with their families and have an impact on their communities. We are honored to be a part of everything that’s happening through this wonderful campus!”