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Dec 16Free Computer Classes for Dislocated Workers
Posted in Free Computer classes at 3:39 pm
The Dislocated Worker Center (located at the Sheboygan Memorial Mall) is offering FREE Computer classes for dislocated workers. Take advantage of this opportunity to upgrade your skills. The following classes are offered at various times:
Computers for Absolute Beginners- This is an intro workshop for the first-time computer users and is designed to remove intimidation. The course focuses on the development of very basic skills needed to operate a computer. You will learn terminology related to a computer, navigate through various features of a computer, including how to safely turn off your computer and you will create and save a file.
Computers for Beginners One- In this workshop we will cover basic terms, applications, and techniques to opening/closing files, creating and saving documents, searching, files, using the left and right side of the mouse.
Computers for Beginners Two- Improve your keyboarding skills and technique in addition to learning new computer skills in this workshop. We will look at basic computer trouble shooting techniques. Creating, copying, renaming folders, and files-oh my! We want you to be successful in this workshop so you must have taken Computers for Beginners One.
Internet & E-mail Basics Workshop- Learn to surf the Internet and set up an e-mail account. We will look at different web browser features; manage favorites and history lists; print a web document; copy and paste information from the web to another document; navigate and refine search sites to local useful information; and apply concepts learned through personal exploration and learn the basics of how to use the internet as a job resource tool. We want you to be successful in this workshop so you must have taken Computers for Beginners One.
Basic Word One- Learn to use Word for personal writing projects. Learn a variety of tasks such as writing a letter, printing and personalizing the computer settings to make it easier and more fun to use. Learn about spell check, bullets, and numbering. We want you to be successful in this workshop so you must have taken Computers for Beginners One.
Basic Word Two- Let’s explore basic Word further and learn about changing margins, copying, cutting, and pasting text. We will work on speed, quality, and appearance of your work. We want you to be successful in this workshop so you must have taken Computers for Beginners One.
Call (920) 783-6616 to sign up and to find out times of workshops.
Oct 13MONEY SMART WEEK OCTOBER 10 – 17
Posted in Uncategorized at 9:05 am
ARE YOU MONEY SMART?
It’s too bad money doesn’t come with instructions because we all need to know how to spend it, save it, and borrow it wisely. That’s why financial institutions, not-for-profits, schools, libraries, and lots of others are joining together to help support financial education during Wisconsin’s fourth annual Money Smart Week – October 10-17.
Hundreds of educational classes, seminars and activities will take place around the state and focus on financial topics for all ages and walks of life. This calendar of events features activities that are taking place close to where you live but a full state-wide schedule can be found online at:
moneysmartWI.org OR at the Sheboygan County Job Center Resource Room.
Be a part of it and learn to be Money Smart!
Money Smart Week is sponsored by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago & Governor Doyle’s Council on Financial Literacy along with 500 other partner organizations throughout the state.
Sep 24ENERGY ASSISTANCE (2009)
Posted in Uncategorized at 3:04 pm
Wisconsin’s Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) provides assistance for heating costs, electric costs, and energy crisis situations. The program is operated by local social and human service agencies. For most families, the heating/electrical assistance payment will be sent directly to the fuel supplier. The amount of the heating/electrical assistance benefit varies according to household size, income level, and household heating cost. You will receive a notification from the Division of Energy Services informing you of your benefit amount. Your vendor will credit the amount to your account.
Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance (WHEAP) Heating Assistance is a one-time payment each heating season (October 1 through May 15). It is intended to help pay a portion of heating costs and does not pay the total annual heating cost.
Many households will be eligible to receive a payment for non-heating electric energy costs through funding provided by the State’s Public Benefits Program. The non-heating electric payment will be sent directly to your electric provider.
WHEAP Crisis Assistance can provide emergency and non-emergency services. Households without heat, with a disconnect notice, or nearly out of heating fuel with no way to pay for heating needs, may be eligible for Emergency Crisis Assistance.
Weatherization helps homeowners and renters reduce energy use while increasing comfort in their homes. This program is operated by a local community agency. Depending on the results of a home audit, homes may receive one or more of a variety of energy efficiency measures.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR WISCONSIN HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE AND WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE?
You may be eligible for WHEAP and Weatherization services if your gross income for the last three months is less than the amount shown below for your family size.
Family size—————–3 month family income
1—————————-$5,859
2—————————-$7,661
3—————————-$9,464
4—————————-$11,267
5—————————-$13,069
6—————————-$14,872
7—————————-$15,210
8—————————-$15,548
Add approximately $400 for each additional person beyond 8.
Contact your economic support case manager for more information.
If you do not have an economic support case manager, contact: (920) 459-3207
Visit the energy assistance website for further information: Energy Assistance Website or via phone: 1-866-HEATWIS (432-8947)
Aug 07Dislocated Worker Assistance Center
Posted in Uncategorized at 8:30 am
The Dislocated Worker Assistance Center is a branch of the Job Center dedicated to you, the worker who has been laid off.
All assistance is FREE, and open to everyone.
- Case Managers on site, dedicated to all who have been recently laid off from their jobs
- Resource Room with program information and job search computers
- LTC offers career counseling and FREE computer instruction
Obtain the Skills that employers demand today through this FREE program
- START with personalized Career Guidance and Labor Market Information
- FOLLOW with Financial Support for books, tuition, and specific class needs
- KEEP GOING with assistance for Child Care and Transportation Costs
- FINISH with employed search assistance and complete Job Center Services
HOURS
8:00 am to 4:00 pm or by appointment
Phone: 920-783-6616
Fax: 920-783-6617
Directions to the New Dislocated Worker Assistance Center
From the West: Exit Kohler Memorial Drive at Taylor Drive – Turn RIGHT at the bottom of the exit ramp – Turn RIGHT immediately past the Auto Shop where it says ENTER
From the North or South: Exit off I-43 to Hwy 23. Follow the above instructions
From the East: Exit Kohler Memorial Drive at Taylor Drive – Turn LEFT at the bottom of the ramp – Under Kohler Drive, turn right past the Auto Shop where it says ENTER
Memorial Mall – Suite 38 – North Entrance by Sears
3347 Kohler Memorial Dr. – At corner of South Taylor Drive – Sheboygan, WI 53081
This program is funded under the Bay Area Workforce Development Board, Inc. and the State of Wisconsin of Workforce Development under the Workforce Investment Act
May 05YOUTH SUMMER WORK EXPERIENCE
Posted in new WIA program at 9:19 am
The Youth Summer Work Experience is a great opportunity for eligible individuals to receive a professional training in work related skills and be placed into employment once the class is completed. Below is some information on the work experience.
YOUTH SUMMER WORK EXPERIENCE
What’s it all about?
The youth summer work experience will provide 3 weeks of training (30 hours per week) to eligible individuals designed to train them in several key areas including: Reading Comprehension, Computer Skills, Customer Service, Business Writing, Business Math, General Business Knowledge, and other Job Skills. Youth will receive a $400 stipend for completing this training and be Work Certified. This training will be followed by a 2 month employment experience at a local business in an area related to the youth’s expressed interests. They will work 20 hours per week at a wage of $7.25 an hour.
What are the eligibility requirements?
In order to be eligible the individual must be:
17-24 years old
Income Eligible (will be determined by youth case manager)
Score at an 8th grade or higher level in reading and math (testing will be completed by youth case manager)
AND fit one of the following criteria:
An offender (previous offense at a misdemeanor/felony level)
In foster care or aging out of foster care
Pregnant or Parenting
Veteran
School Drop Out
Homeless or Runaway
When does the program begin?
The first session for work certified courses will be held on May 26th for OUT OF SCHOOL Youth. Any referrals for OUT OF SCHOOL Youth should be done ASAP so we can determine eligibility and finalize the process. The class will run 3 weeks and be followed by a two month work experience.
The second session for work certified courses will be held on June 15th for IN-SCHOOL Youth. Feel free to refer clients at any time and we will contact them and provide necessary information.
The last session for work certified courses will be held on July 6th for both IN-SCHOOL and OUT OF SCHOOL Youth.
How do individuals get started?
Individuals should complete a Youth Summer Work Experience application available at the front desk of the Sheboygan County Job Center resource room. Individuals will be called back to determine eligibility. Any questions should be referred to:
Nick Sagal
(920) 208-5823
nick.sagal@gotoltc.edu