Resources For You

Detroit at Work is pleased to provide the following contacts and information. All of these resources are available to help you find a job, or to get you the documents that you will need to apply for a job.

Resources to help you on your path to a job: criminal records expungement, MI state ID, drug abuse help, social security, DPS records, birth certificates, Wayne County friend of the court.

Michigan State I.D.

Contacts for obtaining a Michigan Drivers’ License or State I.D. card

Tel: 888-767-6424

Website: https://www.michigan.gov/sos/

Social Security

Need help with getting a social security number or social security card? You can order a replacement card through this link.

Tel: 800-772-1213

Website: https://www.ssa.gov/ssnumber/

Birth Certificate

You will need a birth certificate to get other documents. You will also need both parents' full names, and a debit or credit card to place your order.

Website: https://www.vitalcheck.com/ or https://www.waynecounty.com/elected/clerk/birth-certificates.aspx

Detroit Public Schools Records

Many employers will want proof of a high school diploma. If you want to request a copy of your high school diploma there is a $20 fee however your high school transcripts are free. If you complete the request in person you can receive your diploma or transcripts during your visit. If you make the request online it can take 10 days or longer to process your request. Make sure you go to the link below to get the address and to view acceptable forms of verification before your visit.

Tel: 313-576-0090

Website: https://www.detroitk12.org/resources/students/records/transcripts

Substance Abuse Help

Many employers screen for drugs. Marijuana use is illegal for many employers, even though it is legal in Michigan. Get help to stop smoking marijuana or using other illegal drugs.

Tel: 800-241-4949

Website: http://www.dwmha.com

Criminal Record Expungement

We can help you with expungement. REMEMBER, if you have a felony or misdemeanor on your record, you must go through the expungement process to have it removed. Your record does NOT automatically clear after seven years.

Call us at 313-962-9675 to see if you're eligible and to get started.

Or visit this page to learn more https://detroitatwork.com/expungement-services

Wayne County Friend of the Court

If you are in a job training program, you may be able to get Child Support payments suspended

Tel: 844-785-7593

Address: Penobscot Building, 645 Griswold, Detroit 48226