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Employment Assistance

Life long training and skill upgrades are the key to obtaining employment opportunities and higher wages.  There are many programs offered through the Workforce Development Center to eligible employed and unemployed youth and adult workers including those affected by layoffs (dislocated workers).

Trade Readjustment Act (TRA)

The Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) provides special assistance for workers who lose their jobs as a result of foreign competition. Contact our TAA Coordinator at 638-6543 to determine if you or your spouse qualifies for the Trade Adjustment Act Program.
  

Academic Improvement Center

If you’re looking to improve your academic skills, prepare for a GED or HSED, or work on computer skills, the Academic Improvement Center can help. The center is located on the first floor of the Workforce Development Center, in classrooms F & G, and offers a variety of programs.

*Call: (262) 638-6458 for more information*

Vocational Rehabilitation

The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) assists individuals with disabilities to obtain, retain or advance in employment.  If you have a disability and are motivated to work, the resources available through DVR may help you achieve your employment goals.

To apply for DVR services, pick up an application in the Workforce Development Center Resource Room or the local DVR office, and bring the completed application to an Information Session (applications are also offered at the sessions in case you need to complete one at that time). 

If you choose to pick up a DVR application at your local DVR office, the address is 1516 S. Green Bay Road, Suite 100, Racine, WI, 53406. DVR Information Sessions are held in the Public Meeting Room of the Workforce Development Center at 1717 Taylor Avenue, Racine, WI, 53403.  Call DVR at 262-638-7200 to get the dates and times for these sessions.

The DVR Information Session will provide you with the information you need to know to decide if DVR is the right program for you.  You will learn about the vocational rehabilitation process and core services, including:

  • Eligibility determination
  • Vocational counseling & guidance
  • Employment planning
  • Ongoing counseling and service coordination

If you require accommodations to participate in the meeting, please contact DVR in advance at 262-638-7200 so accommodations can be arranged.

If you can bring a copy of any information you have describing your disability (medical records, social security disability determination documents, etc), this will help move your application forward more quickly.

If you have additional questions, please call DVR at 262-638-7200.
  

Jobless Due to Layoff

If your best efforts to find a job have failed, you may be eligible for additional assistance.  Employment Consultants are available to assist you one-on-one in developing a job search plan, cover letter, resume, and employment search techniques.  When appropriate you may also receive training and education assistance.  If you would like more information, please contact an employment consultant at 638-7701.  The Workforce Development Center is located at 1717 Taylor Avenue, Racine, WI 53403.

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Older Worker

If you are age 55 or over and meet income eligibility guidelines, you may qualify for services through the Older Worker Program.  Contact our staff assistant at 638-6670 to determine you or your spouse’s eligibility.
  

Aging and the Workforce

Did you know that the percentage of workers age 50 and older is expected to rise 52 percent in the next year?  Research has shown that more older Americans are now remaining longer in the workforce, and many are job searching longer.  Below are two important strategies to help you prepare for the workforce:

Critique your resume:  So how do you get through that “age filter” that seems to screen older candidates?  The best way to keep your age out of the radar is to not make an issue of it.  A popular way to keep your age from being screened early on is to eliminate the dates you received your degrees/diplomas.  The majority of the resume should focus on your most recent experiences. Consider narrowing the resume down to show a specific expertise and focus on jobs that match your experience.

Prepare for the interview:  A resume with dates that are played down can only get you so far.  You can’t hide age in an interview.  One can combat this by providing background examples that demonstrate energy and creativity.
  
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