COVID-19 Dislocated Worker Grant

Geographic Scope: CareerSource Research Coast service area (Indian River, Martin, and St. Lucie counties, Florida)

Funding Source: Federal grant funds received by CareerSource Research Coast

Program Overview:
Provides temporary, paid employment during the COVID-19 pandemic while providing disaster relief services to local communities. Combines work opportunity with skills development and community service.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicant must meet ONE of the following:

• Been laid off due to COVID-19
• Received an employment termination or layoff notice due to COVID-19
• Been unemployed long-term due to COVID-19
• Was self-employed and became unemployed due to COVID-19
• Meets definition of "dislocated worker" under federal workforce law

Program Benefits

During Employment:

• Temporary, paid employment/work assignment
• Disaster relief cleanup and humanitarian assistance activities
• Skill-building opportunities
• Community connection and contribution

After Program Completion:

• Access to CareerSource Research Coast job seeker services
• Transition support to permanent employment
• Career training for in-demand occupations
• Career planning
• Employer referrals
• Interview preparation
• Resume assistance

Contact Information

• Phone: 1-866-482-4473 or 1-866-4U2-HIRE
• Email: info@careersourcerc.com
• Website: www.careersourcerc.com
• Physical Address: 4100 Okeechobee Road Suite 90-A, Fort Pierce, FL 34947

Equal Opportunity: Equal opportunity employer/program; veteran's preference employer. TTY/TDD available via Florida Relay Service at 711.

How to Apply

1. Complete the Dislocated Worker Candidate Referral Form
   • Available through CareerSource Research Coast
   • Determines if you qualify for the program
   • Assess eligibility status
2. Contact CareerSource Research Coast:
   • Phone: 1-866-482-4473 or 1-866-4U2-HIRE
   • Email: info@careersourcerc.com
   • In-person: 4100 Okeechobee Road Suite 90-A, Fort Pierce, FL 34947
   • Hours: Contact for availability
3. Eligibility Review:
   • Staff will review your application
   • Verify dislocated worker status
   • Confirm COVID-19 impact on employment
4. Program Enrollment:
   • If eligible, placement in temporary work assignment
   • Job placement and support services