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Employment Search Assistance

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Diversified Personnel Services

www.dpsworks.com

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Phone: 800-314-4567

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About this resource: Diversified Personnel Services is the employment agency division of Opportunities Inc., a not-for-profit company in the Dane County area. DPS provides vocational and pre-vocational training as well as full and part time opportunities. They also have a day labor program designed to allow workers to choose particular days of the week that work best for them. Daily pay is offered with this program. DPS offers lunch to their workers if needed, as well as transportation!

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Who can use this resource? All types of job seekers: professionals, people new to the area, those just entering the workforce, people who intend to change job or fields, students, parents, retirees, teachers…YOU!

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Next Steps:

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Catholic Multicultural Center

Phone: 608-661-3512

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About this resource: The Catholic Multicultural Center provides employment search assistance. They have trained staff who can assist by:

  • Connecting with employers who are hiring, and following job leads

  • Contacting employers about open positions

  • Filling out job applications

  • Resume development

  • Cover letters

  • Using the computer to search and apply for jobs

  • Setting up an email account for job searching

  • Help following up with employers after applying

  • Job fairs hosted periodically by employers at the Catholic Multicultural Center

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Who can use this resource? Anyone!

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Next Steps:

  • Go to the Catholic Multicultural Center during the Employment Search Assistance hours: Tuesday 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM and Thursday 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

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Catholic Multicultural Center

1862 Beld Street

Madison, WI 53713

 

  • If these hours do not work for you, you can make an appointment with Lilliam Post by calling 608-441-3257. Lilliam’s general office hours are Tuesday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

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Click HERE for CMC Brochure 

Centro Hispano of Dane County 

Phone: (608) 255-3018

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About this Resource: Centro Hispano provides several employment search related services including:

  • Provides employment case management services to ensure that clients receive the proper skills training to be employable

  • Partners with employers and other family stability service agencies at the city, county, and state level to provide employment resources to our clients

  • Develops and delivers workshops that provide education and skills for workforce readiness for Latino community

  • Connects clients with outside resources to assist the client becoming employed.

  • Develops relationships and partners with family stability services at the city, county, and state level to have a network of services that clients can be referred to for support

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Who can use this resource? Anyone!

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Next Steps:

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  • Call Centro’s at 608-255-3018 to set up an appointment.

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before the appointment as they need to fill out some forms (basic information)!

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Department of Vocational Rehabilitation 

Phone: (608)- 261-0050

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About this resource: The Department of Vocational Rehabilitation works with people with disabilities to provide several services including:

 

  • Career Guidance and Counseling

  • Job Search and Placement Assistance

  • Information and Referral Services

  • Transition to work services for students with disabilities in high school

  • Supported employment services for persons with severe disabilities; includes time-limited-on-the-job-supports

  • Rehabilitation Technology

  • Vocational and Other Training

  • Disability and Employment Assessment

  • Transportation

  • Occupational licenses, tools and other equipment

  • Assistance in small-business plan development

  • Interpreter services

  • Rehabilitation Teaching Services

  • Diagnosis and Treatment

  • Post-employment Services

 

 

Who can use this resource? Individuals with a disability (mental or physical). Patient will need to provide documentation of their disability

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Next steps:

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Mail to:

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

201 East Washington Avenue, PO Box 7852

Madison, WI 53707-7852

 

**Applications also available in Spanish and Hmong.

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  • After your application has been submitted, it may take about a week to process. Then you should expect someone from the DVR to reach out to you by letter, email, or phone to go over the next steps with you. You will need to attend a group orientation and complete an over-the-phone intake to further determine eligibility for the program.

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 Questions may also be directed to the Dane County Job Center at 608-242-4900 (Option 5)

Dane County Job Center

Phone: 608-405-4400

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About this resource: The Dane County Job Center offer employment search assistance. The Job Center also offers a variety services including:

  • Professional development workshops

  • Resume reviews

  • Mock interviews

  • Job fairs and hiring events

  • Career counseling

  • Re-Entry (for ex-offenders)

  • Resources for Migrant and Seasonal Farm Workers

  • WorkSmart Network

  • Apprenticeships (for adults and teens)

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Who can use this resource? Anyone!

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 Next Steps:

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  • Call the Dane County Job Center if you have a specific question regarding the services that they provide at 608-242-4900.

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  • You can visit the Dane County Job Center in-person.

 

Dane County Job Center

1819 Aberg Ave.

Madison, WI 53704

 

Open: Monday-Friday 7:45 AM – 4:30 PM

 

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Wisconsin Works (W-2)

Phone: 1-855-733-1311

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About this resource: The W-2 program provides employment preparation services, case management, and cash assistance to eligible families.

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Who can use this resource? Low-income parents and pregnant women can participate in the W-2 program. Both you and your child’s other parent may be eligible for W-2, even if your child only lives with you.

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Next Steps:

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  • Apply for W-2 at:

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Dane County Job Center

1819 Aberg Ave., Suite D

Madison, WI 53704

 

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Click HERE for brochure

Southwest Madison Employment Center // Urban League of Greater Madison 

**Formerly known as Park Edge/Park Ridge Employment and Training Center

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Phone: (608) 729-1200 OR (608) 620-8417

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Website: https://ulgm.org/employment-programs/pepr/

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About this resource: The SW Madison Employment Center offers a variety of employment assistance services including:

  • Job Readiness Classes

  • Job Leads

  • Career Academics

  • Computer Lab

  • Job Application Assistance

  • FoodShare, Childcare, and Healthcare resources

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Who can use this resource? Anyone!

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Next Steps:

  • If you have a specific question about the services, call 608-620-8714.

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  • Visit the Southwest Employment Center at the new location!

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Southwest Employment Center

1233 McKenna Blvd.

Madison, WI 53719

 

Open: Monday & Wednesday 9 AM to 7 PM, Tuesday 7:45 AM to 5 PM, Thursday and Friday 9         AM to 5 PM, and Saturday 10 AM to 12 PM

Joining Forces for Families (JFF)

Phone: specific for each JFF location

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About this resource: JFF provides additional employment resources and employment services.

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Who can use this resource? Anyone!

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Next Steps:

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  • Check out the brochure to learn more about JFF services and to find a location near you.

  • Call or go to your nearest JFF office to receive employment assistance.

Latino Academy of Workforce Development 

Phone: 608-310-4573

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About this resource: The Latino Academy provides several job training programs, which include job readiness skills like how to build a resume and interview practice. All students will receive job placement at the end of their program.

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Programs provided:

  • Bilingual Construction Program

  • Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Program

  • Bilingual Customer Service Program

  • Forklift Training

  • ServSafe Training

  • Workplace Safety

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Who can use this resource? Underemployed Latino adults

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**Some programs may require an immediate understanding of the English language.

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Next Steps:

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  • Register online to enroll in a training or view upcoming schedules: http://www.latinoacademywi.org/register-now.html

  • If you are not sure what training is best for you OR if you would like to register for a training in-person, call 608-310-4573.

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Latino Academy of Workforce Development 

1917 Lake Point Drive

Madison, WI 53713

 

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Hours: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM

WorkSmart 

Phone: (608) 288-2459

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About this resource: This is the local name for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, a program that seeks to more fully integrate states’ workforce and talent development systems to better serve employers and job seekers. This program serves low-income adults, low income barriered young adults, and individuals who have experienced a lay-off. WorkSmart will help with employment search and will assess if skills development is an option.

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Who can use this resource? Low-income adults, low income barriered adults, and individuals who have experienced a lay-off.

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Next Steps:

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  • You must sign up for an information session first. Go to website to sign up: https://www.worksmartnetwork.org/?page_id=178

    • Information sessions are normally on Monday’s at 10:00 AM in Room 5 at the Job Center.

    • If you are not available during that time, you can go to the Job Center on Tuesday’s either at 9:30 AM or 1:30 AM to room D2 at the Job Center.

    • If you do not have internet access, ask our navigators to help you set up an information session.

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Dane County Job Center

1819 Aberg Ave.

Madison, WI 53704

 

  • Bring required documentation to information sessions- Check online

    • Proof of birth date/age

    • Eligibility to work in the United States Selective Service Registrant Status

    • Income Verification

    • Proof of Dislocation/Layoff Status

    • Proof of Previous Work History (for last 2 years)

 

  • Attend information session!

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