Description Of Organization And Services

Client Resource Center The computer resource center is available open until 4:15 p.m. during normal business days. Staff will direct you to computer software, publications and Internet sites that can help you research careers, schools, communities and obtain information regarding current workforce trends. Some of the services offered include: · Job Information · Résumé Service · Choices Career Exploration · Internet Access · Labor Market Information · Typing Tutorial · Proficiency Testing in Typing, 10-Key & Data Entry · Word Processing · Brochures & Pamphlets · Job Placement Assistance · Unemployment Insurance The Iowa City Workforce Development Center also provides the following services: · Career & Employment Fairs · Testing Services · Work Opportunity Tax Credit certification · Labor Market Information · Services for Veterans The Workforce Development Partnership partners with AARP (older worker program) to provide additional services to men and women 55 years of age or older who are seeking full-time, part-time or temporary employment. AARP Senior Employment Program assists people in this age range in obtaining training to enhance their employability and also offers incentive contracts to employers hiring clients. There are no fees to clients for these services. Income eligibility applies. Services include: Payment of Tuition for Classes at Educational Institutions and Private Vendor Training Wages Paid to Participants While Attending Classes Community Service On-The-Job Training Assignments - Client Paid Wages Job Search Assistance Referrals to Job Openings Reimbursement to employers for wages paid clients for up to 3 Months Job Coaching Referrals to Educational Institutions Other Supportive Services For assistance and more information in Region 10, call (319) 366-0258

Contact
Brenda Dodge
Iowa City Manager
Contact 2 Name
Address

1700 South 1st Ave. Suite 11B
Iowa City, IA 52240
United States

Business Phone
Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Eligibility

Most programs do not have eligibility requirements

Cost of Service

No cost for job search assistance programs.

United Way Affiliate
No
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