CareerSource, Capital Region, Leon County

AKA:

Workforce Plus; Big Bend Jobs and Education Council, Inc; (BBJEC)

Description:

*Access to employment-related services in one central location and matching qualified participants with appropriate job opportunities, based on skills and other circumstances
*Center maintains lists of job openings; job search and assistance, resume writing classes, employability skills classes, training scholarships for eligible individuals
*LEAP program: for young adults ages 16-24, not enrolled in school, can aid in: job and work experience, resumes, job prep, recruitment opportunities, assistance with obtaining high school diploma/GED, higher education, vocational training, certificates, and financial literacy training
*Welfare Transition: case management services, employment classes, job training and placement, financial assistance for employment-related transportation and child care
*Veteran services: assistance with job search and training opportunities
*Assists with applying for SNAP (food assistance), Temporary cash assistance (TCA, TANF), Medicaid, Unemployment; call for dates and times

Intake Process:

Call for appointment or come in during business hours; no appointment required

Program Fees:

None

Languages:

English, Spanish, other language interpreters arranged with advanced notice

Eligibility:

Anyone in need of employment; each program located at the center has specific eligibility requirements

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

March 27, 2024