Helping Dislocated Workers Return to Work
The Workforce Division and its partners provide a variety of services to assist companies and dislocated workers. These services help workers return to work quickly with job search assistance, education, and training options. A rapid response team organized quickly can develop the state and local resources tailored to the needs of workers. For large numbers, services may be provided in onsite or freestanding transition centers.
- Conduct employee information sessions;
- Coordinate with local service agencies and community partners to provide integrated services;
- Refer to WARN notification information;
- Assist with Trade Act petitions when jobs move to other countries;
- Survey employees to determine appropriate services;
- Provide resource packets and materials; and
- Arrange for interpreters.
Re-employment and Education Services
- Job search, matching, development, and referral;
- Labor market information;
- Seminars in interviewing, résumé writing, salary negotiation, job application, computer use, career exploration, and customized topics;
- Career assessment and counseling;
- Access to training in occupation skills, GED preparation, and English as a second language;
- Unemployment insurance;
- Support in meeting financial and family needs; and
- Easy access to coordinated services./span>
Contact Our Rapid Response Team
Learn more about how we can support your company’s needs by contacting our Business Retention & Rapid Response Coordinator directly: Vann Davis, (478) 751-4086.
