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- 1. The Workforce Innovative & Opportunity Act (WIOA) Information Session Presented by Lubna Hanif, Sector Access Specialist, Alameda One Stop Career Centers
- 2. OVERVIEW •One-Stop Career Center Services & Locations •What is the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA)? •How can WIOA help me? •Program Eligibility •How do I apply? •What is the process? •Training Options
- 3. One-Stop Career Center Self-Services Registration with Caljobs Computers for job search use Access to copy, printer and fax office machine Phone for job search calls Access to postings for Job opportunities, Job Fairs & Recruitments (see monthly calendar) Training Opportunities Job Readiness Workshops (see monthly calendar) Community Referrals Partner Agencies Office Proficiency Certification test
- 4. What is WIOA • In 1998 Congress passed the Workforce Innovative & Opportunity Act (WIOA) • Mandated Nationwide system of One-Stop Career Centers America’s Job Center • Range of workforce development activities through state and local organizations aimed to improve workforce productivity & competitiveness • The purpose is to increase the employment, job retention, earnings, and occupational skills of participants; reduce reliance on public and Unemployment Insurance assistance. • Its cornerstone is the "One-Stop", where numerous training, education, and employment programs (One-Stop partners) are unified under a single roof for ease of access by customers
- 5. WIOA Services • Individualized job search assistance-Assistance organizing and maintaining an effective job search, including Caljobs online resources, Job matching, career transition, and Job Development • Secure network and access to job announcements in the East Bay and beyond • Priority Veteran services • All staff on deck • Networking opportunities • Individualized resume critique, editing, and tailoring for specific positions • Reviewing cover letters, thank-you notes, and references Personalized advice regarding employment decision-making, accepting offers and negotiating salary • Finding a Job! And keeping a job…we offer 1 year of job retention services • Training Services • And more!
- 6. Be at least 18 years of age Valid Identification (CA ID, Drivers License, Passport) verifying current residency in Alameda County • Oakland residents should apply for WIOA services at the Oakland One Stop Career Centers - OR - • Provide proof of work history in Alameda County within the past 6 months Documentation of United States citizenship, or authorization to legally work in the U.S. (Social Security card, CDL, CA ID) You must be a citizen of the United States, or be legally authorized to work in the United States. Documentation: You will need one of the following pieces of documentation to prove your status: Birth Certificate Current U.S. Passport Alien Registration Certificate of Naturalization If a veteran, DD-214, with place of birth verification Accepted I-9 Documentation, such as: California drivers license or ID card along with Social Security card. Program Eligibility
- 7. Must have a Social Security card (remember to sign it) If you are a male, citizen or non-citizen, born after January 1, 1960, you must be in compliance with selective service registration requirements. Identified as a "Dislocated Worker“? • Documentation: You will need one of the following to prove you are a Dislocated Worker: • Employer notice, on company letterhead, indicating plant closure or lay-off • Check stub or severance pay documentation with company's and employee's names; W2 • Unemployment Insurance records from California Employment Development Department. Program Eligibility Continued
- 8. How can WIOA Help Me? • Save time and keep busy • Expand your network • Knowledge about the workforce and industries • Modern job search techniques-Navigating job market • Structured job search • Career Transition-Identify transferable skills, career counsel and guidance • Skills and interests assessment tools for career planning and job matching • Guidance on difficult topics to discuss i.e. termination, gaps in employment, etc. • Calls employers on your behalf • Additional supportive services
- 9. How Do I Enroll? • Complete the highlighted portions of the application • Provide eligibility documentation • Call your nearest One Stop Career Center to make an appointment • See WIOA Program Specialist at the Oakland EDD office during office hours ENROLL TODAY
- 10. WIOA Approved Training Providers www.caljobs.ca.gov
- 11. Industry Sector Focused Each One Stop Career Centers specializes in specific industries Alameda/Berkeley specializes in (3) three industry sectors: Healthcare, Information Technology & Biotech
- 12. Additional Training Opportunities • WIOA Customized Training Created and funded by Alameda County Workforce Investment Board based upon industry need and demand • On-the-Job Training As an employer incentive, WIOA may pay eligible employers a portion of your wages to train & hire a WIOA Participant; must be sector based Metrix Learning Training Online e-learning system with over 5,000 courses from Skillsoft and Medcom
- 13. Metrix Learning Online e-learning system with over 5,000 courses from Skillsoft and Medcom 90 day access to online training Will receive Certificate of Completion
- 14. Training Determination In some cases additional training may be necessary for employment. Financial assistance may be available through WIOA to help cover appropriate training costs. If training is determined to be necessary, participants will work with a WIOA Career Counselor to identify what type of training is needed and will provide assistance accessing resources to locate appropriate training providers Career Assessment Feasibility for training i.e. such as availability, travel and finances Research activities including: Labor Market Information Employability and availability of jobs Training providers and additional financial aid
- 15. WIOA Program Recap • Ask for an application TODAY! • Call your nearest 1 Stop for an appointment to submit application or • Meet with WIOA Program Specialist at Oakland EDD office during office hours • Enrollment • Individual Employment Assessment • Job Development/Search • Let us know when you secure employment! Don’t delay your job search. Start now!
- 16. Useful Tips • Buy a memory stick to save your work and to be able to retrieve your resume at any time • Save your resume in your e-mail account • Post resume to Caljobs and complete Background Wizard in Caljobs • Utilize Caljobs and Alameda 1 Stop websites for job search • Take advantage of all the job readiness workshops
- 17. THANK YOU!!! Lubna Hanif Sector Access Specialist 510-748-2193 lubna.peralta@gmail.com
Hinweis der Redaktion
- Welcome to the Information Session for the W.I.A. program (“Congratulations!”). Introduce self (name/position) Purpose of the Information Session is to provide you with all the information necessary to help you decide if this is the right program for you. Our intent = to clearly describe the benefits and resources of the W.I.A. Program, and highlight the program eligibility, service flow and timelines to set expectations and to avoid any surprises. The Goal of the program is to see each of you re-employed quickly. We have an “Employment-First” approach to the program, which we will discuss more later during this presentation. Because we are a free community resource, our success and ability to continue offering these services is measured on your success in the program. This program is a great resource; however it’s all about how much you put into it. The participants are in the “driver seat” here. The staff keep you progressing through the program and work with you to set you up for a successful job search. [CLICK FOR LOGO #1] I work with Rubicon Programs, Inc. We are a Non-profit, community-based organization serving Alameda & Contra Costa Counties [CLICK FOR LOGO #2] We are funded in Hayward through a contract with the Alameda County Workforce Investment Board to operate this career center and also the WIA Program. We are 1 of 6 career centers in the Alameda County system [CLICK FOR LOGO #3] We are also part of a larger network of Career Centers called EASTBAY Works, representing 13 One Stop Career Centers located throughout Alameda and Contra Costa Counties together. We work with job seekers to secure employment and with local employers to fill open positions with the talent available from our programs.
- You have all accessed at least some Core services in the career center already, such as using the computers for job search or labor market information or participating in an employment-focused workshop, or even to find this orientation today. The W.I.A. Program will build on these services through additional workshops called the “Steps to Success” as a requirement to apply for the Intensive level services. These workshops prepare participants for a strong job search, but also to be successful in the WIA program. If you decide to enroll after today, you will proceed in Core services through the application and enrollment process. [INTAKE SPECIALIST = POINT OF CONTACT throughout CORE services. FUNCTION = process application and enrollment docs to qualify for services & identify and address barriers to success PRIOR to INTENSIVE. ] The Intensive Services involve working with a WIA Vocational Counselor to further assess your skills, interests and goals through individualized services.
- [review Eligibility slides briefly -- holding off on specific questions about eligibility until after the workshop and during the individual Intake appointment sessions. The DETAILED ELIGIBILITY REQs are includedein the packets, therefore no need to review eligibility at lengthduring presentation] Oakland residents must register with Oakland PIC @ 1212 Broadway because of Local WIA geographic and funding requirements (Oakland is funded separately to serve Oakland residents. We are funded to serve Alameda County residents, with the exception of Oakland). Sometimes exceptions can be made on a case by case basis, it’s a very involved process and will have to be discussed individually. We CAN provide services to Oakland residents if they were recently laid off form an Alameda County employer!
- Males may recall registering for selective service when they were 18. Assure them this is a simple process to take care of and that we can assist if needed. We provide materials that walk you through the process for all requirements, including samples of required documentation
- Business Service Team works with employers to create customized training opportunities based on needs identified. Your Vocational Counselor will alert you to appropriate opportunities if they match your background and interests. You will learn more about OJTs as an opportunity when you enter Employment Services
- Training approval = Client Research “-We tend to lose a lot of clients at this point….” Some people think we have funds available for training, like a bank. Our clients are in the driver seat in this program, but we are along for the ride to make sure that people are set up for success. The REQUIRED research involves meeting with employers to make sure that you are fully aware of the requirements and responsibilities for the positions your are pursuing. We have you look at labor market information, salary data, job growth, etc. We also have you research and tour several potential schools if training is necessary. We tend to approve trainings with high demand for jobs upon completion, good salaries, in our local area, and realistic given your past work history, salary requirements, etc. Approved trainings are often short-term, under $5000, with positive job outlook. Consider the “return on investment” for utilizing WIA funds. Training: Once an appropriate training is located, we will take a deep look at costs of travel, supplies, timelines, etc. PRIOR to authorizing funds. Be careful NOT to start ANY TRAINING without prior WRITTEN approval – Otherwise you may be responsible with expensive training costs.