If you fall within income guidelines or are receiving public assistance, the Office of Job Training can help you determine how to increase and market your skills to earn a higher wage. Career Counselors are trained to assist people to make the most effective career decisions through a process of assessing your interests and abilities, identifying the skills you have and teaching you how to maximize them, and in some cases recommend further training or education in a program you will enjoy.
Working with a Career Counselor will give you the confidence you need to succeed in the workplace and make the most of job opportunities. Support services are also available for those determined eligible such as funding for child care, emergency vehicle repair, mileage reimbursement for the job search, clothing for interviews or a new job, emergency financial assistance and miscellaneous healthcare costs.
As an eligible adult, you also qualify for On the Job Training, a unique program designed to entice prospective employers to hire you over someone with more experience. The program essentially reimburses a new employer for half your wages during a specified training period. The reimbursement is meant to offset the cost of spending a little more time training you versus someone who already has the required skills. On the Job Training is available for full-time, permanent positions that offer a good opportunity for the next step on your career path. Note: On the Job Training contracts can only be developed PRIOR to starting the job. Eligible adults can also take advantage of the Work Experience program to gain job skills and workplace knowledge to help better prepare you for your next job.
You must first apply for and be accepted to the program before any support services or training assistance can be considered. Contact us to find an office near you.