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The West Side Catholic Center’s Workforce Development Program is a unique program that allows job seekers, those that have a record, who may find themselves without employment, or even homeless…. avenues to moving to self- sufficiency. The curriculum, based on national research of best practices, attempts to address the full person.
The primary principle of the program is the one-on-one work with each job seeker. The employment specialist will work closely with the client to create a service plan that utilizes the client’s identified strengths along with support and resources staff can provide. The program delves into the individualization of each one’s journey and interests. In order to accomplish this effort we keep the classes small, no larger than 10 students. A partner or mentor is also available for each job seeker to supplement their support network. In addition, the program is comprehensive in that it looks at the job seeker holistically reviewing such topics as: budgeting, credit and banking, trauma, communication skills and anger management. West Side Catholic Center also will support the job seeker for example, with food, clothing, IDs and an expressive arts program offered for therapeutic purposes. WSCC facilitates the opportunity for job seekers to address their barriers and help them develop plans to break them down. We preach that we are not who we were, we have learned by our past, and are moving forward… day by day.
Workforce Development Program
The Workforce Program offers individualized employment services while working with existing community organizations to address other critical needs that impact employment. The program deals with the causes of underemployment and provides the skills needed to secure employment and remain employed. This is accomplished through the following program activities and components:
Assessment - a comprehensive and holistic approach to assessing a client’s strengths, interests, skills and barriers.
Employment Clinics - over 24 topics are included in the curriculum and include: reviews resume building, interview preparation, networking, motivation, conflict resolution, stress management, team building and many more.
Job Development - strategically partners with local businesses to match clients’ skills and interests to an employer with corresponding needs.
Employment Mentoring - provides support and coaching through the job search and job maintenance process. This relationship maximizes the likelihood of sustained, stable employment.
Workforce Development Certificate Program :: An eight-week job-readiness program for all clients in the Workforce Program. Participation and completion of this program is required for clients to receive any incentives, or to participate in onsite interviews or job fairs. Class schedule and topics repeat every three weeks. The Workforce Development Certificate Program is offered Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The next eight-week session begins on Monday, January 6th, 2019. Interested individuals can call Workforce Development Program Manager Frank Johanek at 216-631-4741 ext. 167.
After the completion of the Workforce Development Certificate Program, clients will have the option to participate in one-on-one job search assistance or the Alison Certificate Customer Service Program. Depending on the individual’s goals, clients will be assisted in enrollment in the new online High School Diploma/Career Certificate Program, which offers certification in Homeland Security, Food and Hospitality, Customer Service, Office Management, Childcare, Certified Commercial Driving, Protection Officer or general career preparation. These are identified by the State of Ohio as fields with a high demand.
Financial Literacy
Assists clients with navigating the process of establishing a bank account, creating budgets, improving credit record and saving money. Financial planning is an essential survival tool in today’s economic environment.
The staff of the Workforce Development Program is always looking to collaborate and partner with other organizations and potential employers. For more information contact: Workforce Development Program Manager - Patrick McCune at 216-631-4741 x 146
