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Workforce Initiative Program

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How can it help?

The Workforce Initiative Program (WIP) is designed to provide job training services and employment assistance to individuals from Lackawanna County ages 18 years or older living at or below 200 percent poverty.

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This program provides resume building, interview prep, communication and job skills training as well as job search assistance and referrals for successful job placement. Referrals to other training programs and resources are available to support the individual’s needs, goals and help alleviate barriers to employment.

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Case Managers will meet with clients in person. Eligibility is determined by the Workforce Initiative team.

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Do you?

  • Need to find full-time or part-time employment with benefits?

  • Need help with an advanced degree or training?

  • Receive Social Security, Food Stamps, or Cash Assistance?

  • Have a Criminal Record?

  • Have trouble getting to work?

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WHAT DO I NEED TO QUALIFY FOR THE PROGRAM?

  • Applicant must be

    • 18 Years of Age or Older

    • Unemployed or Under-employe

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For assistance with applications call (570) 558-8806

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123 Wyoming Ave, Suite 311

Scranton, PA 18503

(570) 963-6836

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Disclaimer: This website is supported by Weatherization Grant Number(s) C000082802 and C000073817. CSBG Grant Number COOOO82093 and Grant Numbers 03CH012082-05-00 and 03HP000603 from the Office of Head Start within the Administration for Children and Families, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Neither the Administration for Children and Families nor any of its components operate, control, are responsible for, or necessarily endorse this website (including, without limitation, its content, technical infrastructure, and policies, and any services or tools provided). The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed are those of the Agency for Community Empowerment of NEPA and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Administration for Children and Families and the Office of Head Start..

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