Employment and Training
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The Employment and Training Unit provides avenues, support, education and training to individuals and/or families to enable them to gain employment, maintain employment and become self-sufficient.
West Central Missouri Community Action Agency provides employment and training services to individuals who have been enrolled into Workforce Investment Act (WIA) or Missouri Work Assistance (MWA) programs. Enrollment is determined by eligibility. Services include job search assistance, resume writing, interviewing tips, case management, tuition assistance, career planning, Labor Market information, and job placement. Adult / Dislocated Worker Services Unemployment Insurance Reporting Missouri Work Assistance Program
Adult/Dislocated Worker ServicesAre You:
West Central Missouri Community Action Agency can provide you… Career Preparation Customers who qualify for financial assistance may receive additional support in their job search. Career Counselors will assist you with your job search and Workforce developers will find you a job that best match your skills and experience. (Eligibility does not guarantee program enrollment, which is determined by the Admissions Committee. Services are subject to funds available). Customers need to bring:
Services Include:
Classroom TrainingCustomers can receive scholarship and financial assistance to attend certified vocational classes at local schools, community colleges or other educational institutions in high demand, high wages occupations Internships and Work ExperienceCustomers can gain skills and experience through paid internships or short term on the job training. On-The-Job TrainingCustomers can earn while they learn. Employers provide trainees with employment upon successful completion of the training period Am I Eligible and what do I bring to apply? Must be Cass County Resident Income Guidelines:
Family Kansas City St. Louis Remainder 1 $10,400 $8,138 $8,329 2 14,000 13,332 13,644 3 17,320 18,299 18,730 4 21,380 22,588 23,118 5 25,250 26,657 27,287 6 29,510 31,172 31,910 For families larger than six (6) persons who reside in the Kansas City area, add $4,630 for each additional member. Bring with you:
Youth Employment Services
If you are 16 to 21 and a resident of Cass County, you may qualify for: Mentoring:
Education:
Employment:
Supportive Services:
Internships provided - paid and unpaid. Follow up in case management services available. Am I Eligible and what do I bring to apply? Must be Cass County resident Income guidelines:
Family Kansas City St. Louis Remainder 1 $10,400 $8,138 $8,329 2 14,000 13,332 13,644 3 17,320 18,299 18,730 4 21,800 22,588 23,118 5 25,250 26,657 27,287 6 29,510 31,172 31,910
For families larger than six (6) persons who reside in the Kansas City area, add $4,630 for each additional member. Bring with you:
Unemployment Insurance Reporting West Central Missouri Community Action Agency provides two locations in Cass County that can assist you in maintaining your unemployment insurance claim. To Maintain Your Claim: In order to remain eligible for UI benefit payments there are a number of steps that you must complete each week. A failure to complete them may result in the denial of benefits. If you are a member of a union with a hiring hall, you can waive step 2. If you have a recall date within eight weeks (or 16 weeks if requested by your employer and approved by the Division Director) , you can waive steps 2 and 3.
Missouri Work Assistance (MWA) program West Central Missouri Community Action Agency provides services to individuals who have been proved eligible by the Family Services Division (FSD) through the Missouri Work Assistance program (formerly known as the Career Assistance Program). MWA case managers offer comprehensive workforce development services such as orientation/assessment, case management, Individual Employment Plan (IEP) development, and training and employment services. Staff are available at the location listed at the right. See your county Family Service Division to apply.
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Employment and Training Office locations:
CENTRAL OFFICE 1-800-293-3532
BatesCounty
BentonCounty
CassCounty
200 N. Oakland
Cedar
1801 N. Osage
Henry
Hickory
Morgan
St. Clair
320 N. Main St./PO Box 188
Vernon
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