CAREER PATHWAYS PROGRAMS

WIOA DW

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Art Dreeben

425-861-3765   adreeben@esd.wa.gov

The Dislocated Worker Program is an employment and training assistance program for individuals who are collecting unemployment insurance or have exhausted unemployment compensation. The program tailors employment and training services to meet dislocated workers' needs; works with workers and firms facing substantial layoffs; and encourages labor, management, and community partnerships with government to address worker dislocation.

Dislocated workers are eligible for services such as skill assessment, labor market information, job search and job placement assistance. Additional services are available for eligible dislocated workers who need additional help in getting jobs. The sequence of services is individualized and may include more intensive assessments, counseling, and prevocational and vocational training.

Career Pathways

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Mike Hayden

206-443-9999   mike@tracassoc.com

Career Pathways is a career development program offered through TRAC Associates and the Workforce Development Council, currently serving employees of Group Health Cooperative and Evergreen Health Medical Center (members SEIU 1199 NW). A career specialist is available to work with employees in identifying high-demand health-care careers and educational opportunities. Tuition assistance may be available to cover partial training costs.

Health Professional Opportunity Grant (HPOG)

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Mike Hayden

206-443-9999   mike@tracassoc.com

Authorized by the Affordable Care Act, the Health Profession Opportunity Grants (HPOG) program provides education, training, and job placement to TANF recipients and other low-income individuals for occupations in the health care field that pay well and are expected to either experience labor shortages or be in high demand.