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Objectives of this Class:
Objectives of this Class:
understand the current labor and job market
understand key sectors hiring right now
understand unemployment resources and how to access
utilize living wage and self sufficiency calculators
identify the needed skills in today's market
explore new career fields
engage with the case manager and employment specialist
Key Sectors in Current Labor Market
Key Sectors in Current Labor Market
In-Store Grocery, Delivery & Supply Chain
HealthCare (Hospital & Assisted Living)
HealthCare (Manufacturing)
Social Services
Environmental/Cleaning Services
Government Services
For more information about specific job opportunities in these sectors go to:
What is WorkSource?
WorkSource is a statewide partnership of state, local and nonprofit agencies that provides an array of employment and training services to job seekers and employers in Washington.
Green Jobs & Careers during Covid 19
Green Jobs & Careers during Covid 19
Green jobs or green-collared jobs are, according to the United Nations Environment Program, "work in agricultural, manufacturing, research and development (R&D), administrative, and service activities that contribute(s) substantially to preserving or restoring environmental quality.
Returning to work post COVID-19
Returning to work post COVID-19
AgriLife Extension offers tips for alleviating concerns, stresses as businesses open
AgriLife Extension offers tips for alleviating concerns, stresses as businesses open
Is your life and employment situation drastically different than it was back in March 2020?
YOU ARE NOT ALONE!
Your Instructor will guide a discussion about how this health crisis has impacted our community, nation, and world. Learn more about what you can do to keep yourself and your community safe, while still working toward opportunities that could have a lasting impact on your career.
Click Here for the latest information on COVID 19 in Washington State
Affected by COVID-19
Affected by COVID-19
The CARES Act changes who is eligible for unemployment. Get started here to learn more about Pandemic Unemployment Assistance.
Lost work, or part-time worker?
Sick or caring for a family member?
Self-employed & independent contractors
Go here for more information on unemployment and COVID-19 resources:
Signing up for unemployment and other benefits can be daunting, but the employment specialist will provide assistance.
Signing up for unemployment and other benefits can be daunting, but the employment specialist will provide assistance.
Self Sufficiency / Living Wage Calculator
Self Sufficiency / Living Wage Calculator
The Self-Sufficiency Standard determines the amount of income required for working families to meet basic needs at a minimally adequate level, taking into account family composition, ages of children, and geographic differences in costs.
UW Self Sufficiency Standards: WA State Data
Living Wage Calculator - Counties and Metropolitan Statistical Areas in Washington
Find Your Resources
Find Your Resources
Assignment #1
Your instructor will review O*NET with you and show you how to search for a particular occupation. You may use COVID-19 Related Industries and Occupations guide for assistance. You will then search for one occupation in those top market industries. After, you can share what you find regarding wages, education, job growth outlook.
Assignment #2
Use one of the living wage calculators to find the living wage you need for your particular household. How does this match up with the job you searched on ONet?
MEET YOUR CASE MANAGER
MEET YOUR CASE MANAGER
The labor market is quickly evolving and can cause a lot of stress on individuals and families. Jobs that were easily attainable a month ago have been put on hold, which can create a strain on household resources. This class will offer an opportunity to meet your case manager and better understand support services that may be available to you, such as:
*Rental Assistance *Food Assistance *Childcare Resources *Help with utility payments *Domestic Violence Resources *Etc.
MEET YOUR EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST
MEET YOUR EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST
Also during your training you will meet your employment specialist who will assist you with understanding the current labor and job market in your area. With counties opening up in different phases, job search may look different than before this current pandemic. Your employment specialist will help with individual services and job search needs including:
*Help with Resumes & Cover Letters *Job Leads *Mock Interviews Techniques *Etc.
As you learn more about jobs that are currently available, consider how your skills from prior employment may apply...
What are you most proud of?
What are you most proud of?
ASSIGNMENT #3: Think of a time when you were the most proud of an accomplishment. It can be anything...finishing a 5k run, baking a pie, teaching your daughter how to ride a bike, completing a job training program - really, anything!
Write down 3 reasons why this particular accomplishment made you proud
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