Career Path Services   WIA Works!

Dear Friends of Career Path Services -
George IranonThe 2004-2005 program year has been a busy one! From finding job opportunities with family supporting wages, brokering training to help laid off workers start new careers, and tutoring high school dropouts to help them obtain their GEDs, our staff members are working hard for the benefit of our community. On-the-job training agreements with businesses such as First Index and St. Luke's Rehabilitation provide an economic boost to our business customers - and we've done more OJTs this year than ever! As we enter the last quarter of the program year, we wanted to share the accomplishments of our Spokane Workforce Investment Act (WIA) services. We hope you enjoy reading "WIA Works!" If you have not been to our website for a while please check out the new www.careerpathservices.org! - George Iranon (giranon@careerpathservices.org)

GED graduation – more than just a cap and gown

GED GraduationPlease join us for Career Path Services' annual GED graduation ceremony on Thursday, May 12th at Lewis and Clark High School. The ceremony starts at 6:45 p.m. Randy Shaw, news anchor for KREM-2 Television, and Roger Ingbretsen, leadership consultant and Spokane Area Workforce Development Council member, will be the keynote speakers. Students from all walks of life will also share how they overcame obstacles to complete their GEDs. The following is one student's story:

“Thank you for providing me the opportunity to obtain a better life and for giving me such a great experience here.”

Julie Foster has been a Spokane resident for nearly all of her 36 years. She attended both Central Valley High School and Gonzaga Prep, but neither situation worked for her and she left school in 1987. Earning a diploma has always been a goal. In 1989, Julie began working on her GED but, unable to prepare effectively and suffering from test anxiety, she left the program. She again attempted to complete her GED in 1995. Unfortunately, she experienced similar roadblocks and again failed to complete. Read more...


Performance

Program Year 2004 performance results for 7/1/04 - 3/31/05:

Low income adults
Registrations 302
Exits 174
Placements 160
Placement % 94%
Average Wage $10.36
Low income youth
Registrations 259
Exits 133
Placements 117
Placement %

84% younger youth
91% older youth

Average Wage $9.04
Dislocated worker
Registrations 520
Exits 292
Placements 291
Placement % 99.6%
Average Wage $13.59
TOTAL ALL WIA PROGRAMS
Registrations 1081
Exits 599
Placements 568
Placement % 95%
Average Wage $11.73

 

 

Individual approach to universal services

Career Resource CenterAs a WorkSource Spokane Affiliate Site, Career Path Services operates a Career Resource Center (CRC) for job seekers. Computers are provided for Internet based job search, resume and cover letter writing, and educational research. Local job postings are provided in a non-electronic format for easy browsing. Books and staff are available to assist in writing cover letters and resumes as well as basic computer operation. Faxing, copying, and mailing are provided for no cost as well.

“On March 21, 2005 Tim assisted me on formatting my resume. He provided professional and excellent knowledge of resume writing. I welcomed his experience and skills in helping me make a power resume.”

Curtis T., visitor to Career Path Services' Career Resource Center

Click here to learn more about the CRC and universal access services


Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)

The Spokane WorkSource system is committed to continuous quality improvement. Each site surveys customers on a quarterly basis. Here are some highlights from our March 2005 survey:

Of 118 job seekers surveyed, 93% rate the quality and delivery of services they receive at Career Path Services as Excellent or Good.

"The teachers here are very helpful and understanding. I love the motivation and confidence I receive here at Career Path!"

"I am glad to see my tax dollars going to good use. Career Path Services is wonderful."

"The people who work here & teach the classes are very nice and they make you feel very comfortable."

Of 53 businesses surveyed, 96% would recommend our services to others –and many already have!

"Career Path has always been very speedy with getting us great applicants."

"Efficient and easy to work with."

"The whole process was a great experience. Josh was wonderful in facilitating and working with us."

Click here to view the full report (requires Adobe reader)

Career Path Services is an equal opportunity employer and provider of workforce development services. EEO/ADA/WIA. TTY relay 1-800-833-6388 or direct (509) 323-1243. Auxiliary aids available.

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