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Adult and Dislocated Worker Programs (WIOA)

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Overview

Adult and Dislocated Worker Programs (WIOA)

Overview: WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker Programs provide access to career and training services that help achieve employment goals. Services include workforce preparation activities, financial literacy, and coordination with other support programs.

Target Population:

  • Workers who have been laid off (or notified of layoff) through no fault of their own

  • Dislocated workers

  • Adults seeking career and training services

    • Services Include:

  • Workforce Preparation Activities (resume development, interviewing techniques workshops led by experts)

  • Financial Literacy Services

  • Coordination with English Language Acquisition programs

  • Coordination with Adult Basic Education

  • Occupational Skills Training

  • On-the-Job Training (OJT)

  • Job Readiness Training

  • Customized Training

    • Cost: No-cost services available to eligible dislocated workers

    Geographic Scope: Milwaukee County, Wisconsin

    Program Partners:

  • Dynamic Workforce Solutions: Jonathan Watts, Operations Manager, 4201 N. 27th St., 4th Floor, Milwaukee, WI 53216; Phone: (608) 312-1959; Email: jwatts@dwfs.us

  • Equus Workforce Services (formerly ResCare): Mai Yang, WIOA Project Director, 1915 N Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53212; Phone: (414) 295-9429; Email: mai.yang@equusworks.com

    • Contact:

  • Employ Milwaukee, 1322 North 8th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53205

  • Phone: (414) 270-1700

  • Fax: (414) 225-2375

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Contact one of the WIOA service providers:
    - Dynamic Workforce Solutions: Jonathan Watts at (608) 312-1959 or jwatts@dwfs.us
    - Equus Workforce Services: Mai Yang at (414) 295-9429 or mai.yang@equusworks.com

    2. Attend an initial intake and assessment appointment

    3. Participate in career services planning:
    - Resume development workshop
    - Interviewing techniques training
    - Financial literacy services
    - Individual career planning

    4. Enroll in appropriate training services based on individual needs and learning style

    5. Access supportive services and coordination with other programs as needed

    Eligibility:

  • Laid off workers or those notified of layoff through no fault of their own

  • Dislocated workers

  • Wisconsin resident

    • Application Materials: Contact provider for specific requirements; generally includes work history, identification, and career goals

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