FloridaWorks News
Volume 3, Issue 20
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Veterans Stand Down
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Contact:
Jim Mash
352.244.5102
FloridaWorks
Veterans Employment Representative
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Support Homeless Veterans
The Veterans Stand Down here in Gainesville was modeled
after the idea of a Stand Down in the Vietnam War. When the troops have been out for a long period
of time and need supplies, they are called in for a Stand Down to replenish
them before they go back out. The idea
is to give homeless veterans a hand up, not a hand out.
Service providers offered all different social services
including:
State Issued ID Cards - 28 IDs were issued at $25 each paid
for out of the grant for the Stand Down
Housing Opportunities
Cash Assistance Program
Choices Medical Insurance
Social Security Office
Employment Services
Health Screenings
Dental Screenings and Care
Hair Cuts
Veterans Affairs were on site as well offering their
vocational rehabilitation services, mental health services, and substance abuse
services.
Veterans were given a back pack with a sleeping bag,
clothing, a canteen, and boots, as well as a food bag.
Volunteers included Work Study Students and FloridaWorks
employees as well as others from the community.
Rolling Thunder Vietnam Veteran Motor Cycle group provided
and made lunch for everyone on Friday of the event, as they have done in years
past.
A special thank you to all of those involved who helped make
this event the success that it was!
Thank you to the Alachua YouthBuild students for cleaning the building prior
to the event!
Please contact Jim Mash at FloridaWorks with any further
questions or if you would like to participate next year.
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FloridaWorks Secures 3 New Grants
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FloridaWorks Secures 3 New Grants for a total of $1.45 Million
Workforce Florida, Inc. Youth Grant for $450,000
The youth grant will serve 350 low income, high risk youths. The youths will receive valuable training for industry recognized credentials.
Workforce Florida, Inc. Healthcare Grant for $500,000
The healthcare grant will serve 200 adults. These individuals will receive training in different healthcare fields. This grant will also serve incumbent workers needing skills upgrades.
Workforce Florida, Inc. WINGS Grant for $500,000
The WINGS Grant - Workforce Innovation New Generations Solutions is a grant for green energy training for 200 adults. This grant will also serve incumbent workers needing skills upgrades.
More information on how to apply for any of these grants will be available on our website www.floridaworksonline.com as it becomes available later this month.
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Workshops and Assessments
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Take advantage of FREE workshops and assessments!
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) also known as Food Stamps
Customers that are ABAWD (Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents) need to complete an orientation process. Go to the AWI site, clicking here or Food Stamp Hotline here.
WIA Orientation
The WIA (Workforce Investment Act) orientation is now part of the One-Stop Orientation held at 9:00 am every Wednesday. Click here for program guidelines and answers to your questions. Click here for approved occupations and training providers in Florida.
The Agency for Workforce Innovation
AWI is Florida's lead state workforce agency and directly administers the state's Labor Market Statistics program, Unemployment Compensation, Early Learning and various workforce development programs. Click here for information.
Employ Florida Marketplace
Employ Florida Marketplace is Florida's state employment website. Job listings from across the state are listed here. Register on Employ Florida Marketplace to help you in your job search. Here is a step-by-step guide for job seekers to register online. www.employflorida.com is also where employers can post job openings as well. To fully register as a job seeker, click this link.
Success Skills Workshops
Free Success skills workshops offered through Partnerships for Strong Families. Click here for more information.
· Resume Writing
· Dress for Success
· Interviewing Skills
FREE Outrageous Outcomes Workshop Series
Job readiness workshops held at FloridaWorks by Alexandra Harris. Please click here for a full schedule and workshop listing.
 Creating Opportunities through Networking New and Existing Companies with our region's Talent (CONNECT)
Please click here for details on this months
CONNECT meetings.
For
further information please contact:
JOBSEEKERS-Lisa
Thorne, Professional Services Coordinator (352)244-5156
EMPLOYERS-Joe Johnson,
Director of Business Services (352) 334-7105 ext. 311
Assessments Available at FloridaWorks One-Stop
Please click here to see the newest listing of assessments and workshops offered at the FloridaWorks One-Stop Center. Some of the program include: Success Prof.iler, Personal Responsibility, and Career Scope. Training on Microsoft Office programs available as well. All workshops and assessments offered at FloridaWorks are free of charge. You can also get your Ready to Work certification!
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Community Announcements and Resources
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 | National Safe Place - Txt4Help
National Safe Place Launches New Safety Program "Txt 4
Help" to Get Immediate Help to Youth in Crisis
New program
will connect youth with a Safe Place via text message to
69866
Spotlight on Youth Teen Talent Show
All high school
students in North Central Florida are invited to audition for the
11th annual talent show to take place on March 6, 2010. CDS Family
& Behavioral Health Services is only taking audition applications now
through November 25th for Spotlight on Youth. Go to www.cdsfl.org and click on Spotlight on Youth
for details and forms, or call Radha Selvester at (352) 244-0628 x3865.
Art Contest for Students
A $100 gift certificate is the
prize for the middle or high school student who submits the winning design for
the Spotlight on Youth T-Shirt and cover of the program booklet. CDS Family
& Behavioral Health Services is accepting any black and white art (drawing,
painting, photography, etc) that includes the words "Spotlight on Youth" and
expresses the concept that "Art is Prevention." Spotlight on Youth is a high
school student talent show but for the first time this year, middle school
students are being allowed to participate in the art contest. All contestants
will receive a free ticket to the show! Go to www.cdsfl.org and click on Spotlight on Youth
for details and forms, or call Radha Selvester at (352) 244-0628 x3865.
Please visit www.FloridaWorksOnline.com to find more information on news, events, and resources.
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Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce
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Kim Tesch-Vaught,
FloridaWorks Business Service, Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce
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The Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce has four major focus areas: Chamber Services, the Council on Economic Development (CEO), the Gainesville Technology Enterprise Center (GTEC), and the FloridaWorks Business Services Team.
The Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce, the area's largest and most dynamic business network since 1924, has one simple mission: make it easier for members to do business everyday.
CEO's charge is to assist existing businesses through expansion, to help grow new companies in our community and to attract new opportunities to Alachua County.
The Gainesville Technology Enterprise Center (GTEC) is a community program providing early stage technology startup companies with tools, training and infrastructure to help them grow and develop into financially viable technology enterprises.
The FloridaWorks Business Services team at the Chamber offers a variety of services to help you recruit, train and retain employees.
Please click here to view the GACC's most recent newsletter.
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North Florida Regional Chamber of Commerce
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Pam Whittle, FloridaWorks Business
Services, North Florida Regional Chamber of
Commerce Business Development
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The Chamber is in business to help businesses grow and prosper. Our challenge is to enhance the growth potential for new and existing businesses, to help create clean, well-paying jobs for our residents, and to provide networking opportunities to be used as a springboard for collaborations. The Chamber works with both cities and the county to create an environment conducive for business development and assistance is provided whenever appropriate.
Please click here to view the NFRCC's most recent newsletter.
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Volunteers and Interns
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Volunteers and Interns Needed!
FloridaWorks Needs Volunteers and Interns
Anyone interested in volunteering or doing an internship at FloridaWorks should contact Makaya McKnight, the Volunteer Coordinator, at 352-244-5118 or mmcknight@floridaworksonline.com
Positions are available in all areas of the organization. All majors are encouraged to apply if they are interested.
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VISION:
Our community will have a world class workforce that meets the needs of business and provides opportunities for job seekers today and in the future. FloridaWorks' vision is externally focused, market-oriented and describes how we want to impact the world. This vision serves to clarify our direction and to assist our team and partners to understand how everyday actions can help us work toward achieving our ultimate goals.
MISSION:
Everybody Works. Growing business and jobs through a skilled workforce.
The mission statement serves as the anchoring point for our organization. It is from our mission that CORE VALUES, GOALS and STRATEGIES can be developed and implemented.
Our values define us and remind us of the key reasons we exist and help us to focus on what is important to us as individuals and as an organization.
We Value:
Customer Focus: We listen to our customers, respond quickly to their needs, and work with them to prepare for future requirements.
Effectiveness: We are focused on results and constantly seek ways to be more efficient.
Professionalism: We treat everyone with respect, courtesy, and personal attention.
Collaboration: We work together with a variety of partners to achieve our mission.
Inclusion: We believe that diversity makes us stronger and welcome those who challenge us to see things differently.
Integrity: Our commitment to always do the right thing guides our decisions every day.
Accountability: Each of us recognizes our responsibilities, and we use measures to show our success.
Innovation: We continually seek new solutions and better ways to do our jobs.
Leadership: We lead by example within our organization and throughout the community.
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