Western Wisconsin Business Services

Transcription

1 Western Wisconsin Business Services BUSINESS SERVICES Amy Studden Business Services Consultant Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Monroe County Economic Conference February 22, 2018 Warrens, WI

2 Employers contact DWD Business Services for Wisconsin Workforce Solutions to: Recruit qualified workers Retain well-trained and productive employees. Access workforce planning resources Build staff diversity through broad pool of skilled job candidates and untapped labor pools.

3 Wisconsin Job Service Niles Rogers Monroe County Economic Conference Employment and Training Specialist February 22, 2018 Warrens, WI

4

5

6

7

8

9

10 Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Business Services Amy Studden Monroe County Economic Conference February 22, 2018 Warrens, WI Business Services Consultant

11 Employers Drive Business Services Businesses are interested in DWD and DVR services Businesses expect efficiency Businesses need people! Businesses need certain skills sets Businesses want relationships that result in deliverables

12 DWD and DVR Deliver Solutions Recruitment Training Retention Workforce Planning

13 Recruitment Access to an untapped, diverse talent pool Ability to leverage resources to meet business needs Ability to match and connect talent to business needs

14 Training Basics DVR can fund services that support the DVR job seeker Any DVR-funded service must be authorized by a DVR counselor DVR often provides services to businesses that require no funding Training services and supports can be designed to train one or several job seekers

15 Training Examples On-the-job training for adults and youth Internships and temporary work experiences Customized training: Walgreen s REDI Project SEARCH Hospitality Academy

16 Retention DVR value-added services include: Professional counseling for job seekers to develop a viable career pathway Information for job seekers about job and work realities before they accept a job On-the-job business and worker support Follow-along and follow-up services Resources and consultation

17 Workforce Planning Planning for existing and future workforce needs: Work with businesses to develop innovative ways to identify, attract, recruit, train, and retain talent and/or address other business needs Leverage DVR s resources Rely on data/information to guide planning and forecast future considerations Engage partners that add value

18 Wrap Up Important acknowledgements: DVR recognizes we are part of a larger workforce system The need to expand our knowledge of business services is constant Great things happen at the local level Forging meaningful relationships and delivering world-class customer service are key to success

19 DVR Commitment DWD-DVR is committed to the success of our employer partners and the job seekers that we serve.

20 QUESTIONS? Amy Studden Business Services Consultant Schedule a meeting with me today!

21 Office of Veterans Employment Services Rickie Larson Monroe County Economic Conference Local Veteran Employment Representative February 22, 2018 Warrens, WI

22 What are DVOPs/LVERs??? Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Representative Local Veterans Employment Representative Program is funded by dollars from USDOL-VETS 21 DVOPs and 12 LVERs in the state of Wisconsin All DVOPs and LVERs in Wisconsin are Service Connected Disabled Veterans

23 What do LVERs do Capacity Building with Service Providers Partnership for Veterans Employment and Training Employer Relations/Business Services Mock Interviews Marketing of Job Ready Veterans to Local Employers

24 How Veterans find us COUNTY VETERAN SERVICE OFFICE JOB CENTERS ONLINE or and Download Staff Directory

25 Veterans Preference Veterans who are disabled or who serve on active duty in the Armed Forces during certain specified time periods or in military campaigns are entitled to preference over non-veterans both in Federal hiring practices and in retention during reductions in force (RIF).

26 Agency Referrals and Partners Department of Vocational Rehabilitation Vet Center County Veteran Service Office Available W-2 Agencies WI Division of Unemployment Insurance WI Bureau of Apprenticeship

27 Apprenticeships Programs Re-Employment (USERRA) Troops-to-Teachers VR&E Work Study Retraining Grants National Career Readiness Certificate Vets in Piping (NEW) On-the-Job Training Program (NEW)

28 Recommended Search Sites and Additional Resources

29 Reasons to Hire a Veteran Leadership Teamwork Technology & Globalization Integrity Diversity Safety Standards Security Clearances

30 Questions? Rickie Larson Veteran Employment Representative

31 Lizz Boecker Monroe County Economic Conference Business Services Coordinator February 22, 2018 Warrens, WI

32 On the Job Training Used to offset the cost of training workers who are nearly ready for employment with your business. They would be a perfect fit, but are lacking one or two essential skills Works great for any sector including healthcare, manufacturing or retail.

33 On the Job Training Some benefits to business: *Reimbursement of up to 50% of workers wages during training. *Low cost solution to developing employee expertize. *Increased performance, profit and staff morale.

34 Customized Training Provides structured training for participants to gain knowledge and skills for the job for which they will be hired. Based on the specific needs of a business or group of businesses. Our telemarketing company is in desperate need for phone operators with a medical background, I wonder if we could put together a training for job seekers who might have this interest?

35 Customized Training Some benefits to business: Training specific to your business needs. Candidates are prepared for a job with you. Low cost way to train a group of potential employees.

36 Registered Apprenticeships Apprenticeships allows you to tailor your employee training to fit your specific needs: In your facility, on your equipment, in your environment, to your culture, meeting your standards and goals.

37 Registered Apprenticeships Great solution for any occupation that involves progressive attainment of manual, mechanical or technical skills that meets industry standards. *At least 2000 hours of on the job learning *Requires academic instruction to supplement and support the on the job training. *Clearly recognized as an occupation throughout an industry.. dwd.wisconsin.gov/apprenticeships

38 Registered Apprenticeship Employer sponsored flexible training program Contract specifies training & performance Apprentice earns progressive wage Journeyworker(s) provide on-the-job training Industry instructors lead classroom (theory) training Apprentice works toward journeyworker status

39 Registered Apprenticeship Opportunity to formally train employees In employer s facility, on their equipment, with their customers, to fit their particular needs Training & promotion path for unskilled employees Employee wage is equivalent to skill level Proven to reduce turnover and absenteeism Contact Lizz Boecker or Kathy O Sullivan to learn more.

40 Industry Sector Groups Strengthen the regions manufacturing environment and create a skilled and competitive workforce by combining the efforts of business education and support agencies.

41 Questions? Lizz Boecker The Western Wisconsin Workforce Development Board, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and service provider. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Contact Julie Mitchell, EEO Officer for assistance at or TTY users call Wisconsin Relay at or 711.

42 Wisconsin Fast Forward

43 Wisconsin Fast Forward

44 WisConomy

45 WisConomy

46 Hiring Incentives and Tax Credits Qualify for hiring incentives and tax credits when you promote workforce diversity and facilitate access to good jobs by hiring individuals from untapped talent pools. Work Opportunity Tax Credit

47

48

49 Your Western Wisconsin Business Solutions Team is committed to the success of our employer partners and the job seekers that we serve.