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The Central Virginia Workforce Development Board (WDB) is the designated regional convener and administrative entity that coordinates workforce training and career services through federal funding from the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). We are charged with overseeing and implementing workforce development initiatives and activities throughout the Virginia Career Works – Central Region.

Job readiness, job search and job development/placement services. Most TANF recipients are mandated to enroll in VIEW. Daycare, transportation and other services are included to give a participant the best opportunity to enter the workforce.

Provides customers with job services, unemployment insurance services, labor market information services and employer recruitment services. Matches job seekers to employer job openings. Administers unemployment benefits for persons who have worked in Virginia and other states. Benefit claims may also be filed on the Virginia Employment Commission web site at www.VaEmploy.com or by calling toll free 1-866-832-2363. Provides information and services on other special programs such as the trade act program, alien labor certification, veterans, persons with disabilities, older workers, youth etc. These services are provided at no charge to the consumer. Serves the counties of Albemarle, Culpeper, Fauquier, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Madison, Nelson, Orange, Rappahannock and the City of Charlottesville.

Provides assistance with completing a resume, job application, FAFSA, or college application.

DBVI provides services and resources which empower individuals who are blind, vision impaired or deafblind to achieve their desired levels of employment, education, and personal independence. Services are provided through 4 main programs: Vocational Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation Teaching and Independent Living, Low Vision Services and Education Services. Most services are provided in the person's home, school, or workplace. Referrals are accepted from individuals, families, schools, doctors, and other community partners.

Provides employment opportunities for those seeking employment and the Career Center is equipped with telephones and computers with internet.

DBVI provides services and resources which empower individuals who are blind, vision impaired or deafblind to achieve their desired levels of employment, education, and personal independence. Services are provided through 4 main programs: Vocational Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation Teaching and Independent Living, Low Vision Services and Education Services. Most services are provided in the person's home, school, or workplace. Referrals are accepted from individuals, families, schools, doctors, and other community partners.

Career counseling and training is provided to clients seeking employment assistance.

Provides job service assistance, unemployment insurance guidance only and employer services.

Promotes economic growth and stability through workforce services that include policy development, job placement, workforce information, transition and training services.

Provides career counseling, career planning, resume assistance, direct job placement, classroom and on-the-job-training, information about local and national labor markets, unemployment compensation and much more.

Provides employment services for those seeking full-time, part-time, temporary or permanent jobs regardless of place. Offers services to the general public, including senior citizens, disabled people, dislocated workers and people who do not qualify for federal programs. Provides use of computers with internet access for job searches and applications.

Workforce Solutions and Continuing Education (WSCE) at Laurel Ridge Community College serves individuals and businesses throughout the community with high-quality, relevant course offerings in business, professional development, continuing education, and corporate training. Designed for adults of all ages, our programs offer high-quality instruction and hands-on skills that transfer directly into the workplace.

Provides customers with job services, unemployment insurance services, labor market information services and employer recruitment services. Matches job seekers to employer job openings. Administers unemployment benefits for persons who have worked in Virginia and other states. Benefit claims may also be filed on the Virginia Employment Commission web site at www.VaEmploy.com or by calling toll-free (866)832-2363. Provides information and services on other special programs such as the trade act program, alien labor certification, veterans, persons with disabilities, older workers, youth, etc. These services are provided at no charge to the consumer.

Provides at no cost a variety of orientation services to ease the hiring process and follow up to enhance employee stability in the workplace. *Documentation support by ensuring that all employment documents are verified and available; *Prescreening of applications to match job openings; *Pre-employment work preparation and on the job orientation and interpretation; *Transportation planning and support; *Assuring employees have all required clothing and supplies; *Work related English instruction; *Ongoing follow-up and support.

Virginia Works is the public employment service for all Virginians established to assist workers in finding suitable jobs and to assist employers in finding qualified workers, at no charge to either party. Virginia Works matches job seekers to employer job openings using the Virginia Workforce Connection online system (www.VaWC.virginia.gov), the largest database of employer listings in the Commonwealth. Staff can help with job searching, resumes, and applications, and the office provides a bank of computers for job seekers to use. If you lose your job, Virginia Works can help you with your claim for unemployment insurance (UI) benefits. Claims can be filed online at www.vec.virginia.gov, or by phone at 1-866-832-2363. In all services, Virginia Works gives priority to qualified Veterans. For employers, Virginia Works provides assistance with UI taxes and with recruitment, screening, and referrals of candidates. Virginia Works also provides extensive labor market information valuable to both job seekers and employers, and more. ACCESSIBILITY: Fully accessible to persons with disabilities.

Accepts applications and provides services to the unemployed in seeking employment with job placement, transition, and training services. Initial unemployed benefit claims may be filed on the web site or by calling the toll free number. Weekly continued claims may be filed on the web site or by phone using the automated number. Both require a PIN (personal identification number) issued when the initial claim is filed. Veteran Services: 276-964-4006

To provide job services to job seekers and employers. Provide unemployment assistance and partner with agencies to provide assistance.

Workforce Development Center provide services and resources for job seekers including access to a Career Center, career readiness workshops, career assessments and customized hiring events.

This program helps low income, mature job seekers obtain the skills and work experience needed to find employment. Participants work 18 hours per week in non-profits and government entities to contribute to those agencies while building their skills, self-esteem and references. In addition, they are assisted with job search activities including resume development, preparing for job interviews, and job leads.

To develop and implement local workforce strategies through the collaborative efforts of local businesses, elected officials and state agencies/programs that encourage economic growth through maximum employment and full utilization of workforce skills,experience and expertise. To design and implement an effective, flexible, results-oriented workforce development system which will 1) provide a systematic approach to identifying employers' needs and current and prospective employees' capabilities,2)meet the needs of our customers, 3) provide continuous feedback for improving the system, and 4) leverage available resources to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of workforce development

Offers a job-bank in partnership with Opportunity, Inc. Trained staff can help job-seekers connect to the One Stop system for computer and direct referrals.

Services in Virginia include Technical and financial support of Low and Moderate individuals and immigrants, information and referrals, immigration counseling, housing assistance, translation and interpretation services, job search assistance, and crisis intervention.

Provides an Information Center that provides the general public with career resources and services in order to prepare a work force that is informed, capable, and ready for work. The services available include internet-ready computers, job information, job searches, fax, phone, a copier. The Madison Information Center is affiliated with the Virginia Workforce System and is located at the Madison County Social Services. The Center is open to the public. When calling the Madison County Social Services, please ask for the Job Center.

Provides Albemarle County with a local government Human Resources department. Maintains a list of employment opportunities for the Charlottesville/Albemarle school system and local government offices.