Workforce Unhinged

Lisa Doyle-Parsons, Executive Director of the Circles Campaign of the Mid-Ohio Valley, Inc, joins the program to discuss how being an AJC partner has helped in serving their population. You'll also discover how the Circles model combines best practices in several disciplines including community organizing, coaching, grassroots leadership, SMART goal setting, financial literacy, mentoring, peer-to-...

Jennifer Randolph, Apprenticeship Coordinator – AIM Grant for the  Central Region West Virginia Council for Community and Technical College Education, joins the program to discuss the AIM Grant and how they are using apprenticeships to help build a skilled information technology (IT) workforce. Discover the benefits of the program for job seekers and business, eligibility requirements, and how to...

Melissa Morrison, transition agent at Jobs & Hope West Virginia, joins the program to discuss how her organization helps individuals in recovery from substance abuse, as well as job seekers with other barriers to employment, find meaningful work. She also reveals the importance of partnering with the workforce system. 

Amber Smith, the Adult Education Student of the Year, joins the podcast to discuss her experience in the adult education program. Amber shares her career goals and what motivated her to return to school, and reveals what it takes to succeed in the program. 

In this episode, you'll hear from Martha Leeson, WVUP Program Coordinator, and Wendy Ketelsen, WCCC Fin. Aid/Student Services Coordinator as they reveal the training opportunities available at their schools. Discover some of the most in-demand training opportunities, some common misconceptions about post-secondary education, and the various resources that are available to help students succeed. 

In this episode, you'll hear from an OJT participant and a manager at Alrec LLC, as they discuss the benefits of WIOA programs for both employers and employees. 

In this episode, you'll hear from a paid work experience program participant as she reveals how she gained digital marketing skills through her current position. You'll also hear from an employer as he shares the benefits to his business of participating in the paid work experience program and what it's like to be a business owner in Wood County. 

In this episode, you'll hear from Donnie Metz, a job seeker who gained paid work experience, and now works as a career specialist for HRDF. Donnie reveals why he decided to make a change in his life, and shares tips for anyone looking to make positive changes when it comes to obtaining work experience and building a career. 

In this episode, you'll hear from a paid work experience participant, as she discusses her experiences, and the skills that she's learned along the way. You'll also hear from an employer services program specialist as she shares her perspective on how the Career Connections Paid Work Experience program helps participants gain real world skills and jumpstart their careers. 

In this episode, you'll discover the difference between traditional and nontraditional apprenticeships, and why there has been an increased focus on nontraditional apprenticeships in the region. You'll also discover how nontraditional apprenticeships can be a great way for employers to connect with talent, and for job seekers to advance into in-demand careers. 

In this episode, you'll hear from an adult dislocated worker case manager and another participant in the ITA program, as they discuss the various career opportunities available as a truck driver. Discover the different training options available as well what a "typical" day looks like. 

American Job Center coordinator Amber Jackson returns to the program to discuss the recent move to St. Joseph's Landing, and the benefits of the new location for job seekers and employers.  Amber reveals the vision for the new location at St. Joseph's Landing, the partners that can be found at the new location, and how staff have adjusted to the move.  

In this episode, you'll hear another ITA success story! Tonya Morrison shares how the assistance she received from the workforce system enabled her to go from working at a deli to going back to school and starting a new career in accounting at 49 years old. She also shares advice for anyone wanting to continue their education or start a new career. 

In this episode, you'll hear from a dislocated worker case manager, as well as a participant in the ITA Program, as they discuss the benefits of the program, who is eligible, and how to find out if you qualify. You'll hear a success story from an ITA participant about how the program helped to improve their quality of life.

American Job Center coordinator Amber Jackson joins the program to discuss rapid response services, and how they can help businesses and workers deal with the effects of layoffs and closures. Discover the services available and how to go about scheduling and carrying out a rapid response.     

Employer Solutions Specialist Melissa Somerville joins the program to share her story about how the OJT program helped her transition into a new career. Melissa shares how the OJT program changed her life, and offers advice to others who may be facing career transitions. 

In this episode you'll discover the partnership between The Mid-Ohio Valley Workforce Development Board and the Business Resource Network. You'll learn about the mission and vision of the BRN and the advantages of this partnership for employers. 

In this episode, you'll hear from an employer about their experience with employees that have entered their company through WIOA programs. You'll also hear from a workforce professional as they discuss the benefits of WIOA programs for employers and job seekers and hear a powerful success story. 

In this episode, you'll discover the quarterly events for youth, held and planned by the Mason County Family Resource Network. You'll hear success stories and takeaways, and learn how to find out more information about upcoming events. 

In this episode, you'll learn about the medical apprenticeship pilot and the benefits of the program for both participants and employers. Discover what it takes to become an EMT and the various career options that are available after certification. 

This episode features an interview with Miranda Lough from the Workforce Development Board of Mid-Ohio Valley, as well as Ross McPherson from the West Virginia Laborers' Training Center. You'll learn about the work that's being done to support apprenticeships, the benefits of an earn and learn program, and the different types of apprenticeships that are available, including in the skilled trades. 

This episode features an interview with Shelene Shrewsbury, Executive Director of Consumer Credit Counseling Service of the Mid-Ohio Valley, and Brittany Burchard, a financial counselor with Consumer Credit Counseling Service of the Mid-Ohio Valley. Shelene and Brittany discuss the Career Connections/OJT Program from the point of view of an employer and a participant and share advice and takeaways...

In this episode, you'll hear from case manager Kristy Deem, as well as from Kristofer Dickerson, a participant in the Career Connections Program, as they discuss what the program entails, the benefits of the program and how it can help lead to meaningful work and a career.