Employment Services
The Career Center assists unemployment insurance claimants who are required to register for work. SCC assists job seekers in finding employment by providing access and direction to use the Talent Bank labor exchange system. In addition, SCC assists employers in filling jobs by providing access and direction through use of the Talent Bank labor exchange system.
Jobs, Education & Training (JET)*
For low-income families, the Jobs, Education and Training program provides:
- Work supports and education/training opportunities to help them get good paying jobs that move their families out of poverty.
- A broader and more intensive range of services, including job placement assistance, job readiness services, remedial education, training, high school completion, post secondary education, and ongoing post-employment supports and services.
- Training and support on-the-job past 180 days to ensure they stay attached to the labor force and are able to prepare for advancement.
- The tools and skills that are needed to empower individuals and families to be self-sustaining long term.
Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA)*
Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) assist individuals who have become unemployed as a result of increased imports from, or shifts in production to, foreign countries. The goal of the Trade Act programs is to help trade-affected workers return to suitable employment as quickly as possible. To facilitate this goal, TAA certified workers may access a menu of services that include income support, relocation allowances job search allowances, and a health coverage tax credit. TAA participants that require retraining in order to obtain suitable employment may receive occupational training.
Workforce Investment Act (WIA) – Adult Program*
The Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Adult Program provides workforce investment activities that increase the employment, retention, and earnings of participants, and increase occupational skill attainment by participants, which will improve the quality of the workforce and enhance the productivity and competitiveness of the economy. WIA services include but are not limited to:
Core services:
- Labor Market Information
- Job Leads, Job Referrals and Job Skills Information
- Academic and Occupational Training Information
- Financial Aid and Supportive Services Information
- Eligibility determination for training services
Intensive/Individualized Services:
- Counseling and Career Planning
- Assessments of skill levels and services needed
- Development of a Career Plan and Identify Employment Goals
- Resume and Interview Assistance
Training services:
- Occupational Skills Training
- Assistance with Credential Attainment – i.e. HS Diploma or GED
- Skill upgrading and/or retraining
- Adult education and literacy activities
Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Youth Program (Ages 16-21)*
This program provides paid work experience at minimum wage in public service and non-profit agencies. Work experience gives participants the opportunity to gain work skills needed for the private sector. The program provides work experience under the close supervision of the worksite supervisor who understands the special needs of the participant. Program monitors provide ongoing support on an individual basis at the worksite, where discussions are held with supervisors and participants. Access to these services is based on eligibility.
* Eligibility requirement may apply.