Getting Ready for Change: NC Works and WIOA
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Presentation made at 10/26/15 Workforce Development Convening by Crystal Taylor of the Regional Partnership Workforce Development Board.
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Getting Ready for Change: NC Works and WIOA
- 1. NC Works and WIOA
- 2. Focused partnership Leveraged resources NC Department of Commerce NC Community College System NC Workforce Development Boards NC Division of Workforce Solutions
- 3. The focus is on one goal: connecting North Carolina jobs with North Carolina people through the efficient use of resources, streamlined customer service for citizens and businesses, alignment of programs, and a consistent, cohesive strategy all under one name NCWorks.
- 7. The NCWorks Commission is a private sector led board that recommends policies and strategies that enable the state's workforce and businesses to compete in the global economy.
- 8. 23 local boards currently Each board is led by local business to ensure resources meet community needs Develops local policy based on state and federal law Directs spending WIA and soon WIOA dollars www.ncawdb.org
- 9. The local board, with representatives of secondary and postsecondary education programs shall lead efforts in the local area to develop and implement career pathways within the local area by aligning the employment, training, education, and supportive services that are needed by youth and adults- particularly individuals with barriers to employment.
- 10. Training- OJT and paid work experience Incumbent Worker Training Apprenticeship Space for small businesses Structured job fairs CRC and Work Keys Employer related workshops
- 11. Funding for training, traditional and non traditional Labor market information Career counseling Product box of local resources
- 12. WIA Core- paperwork and initial assessment Intensive- comprehensive assessment and employment plan Sequence of services before training WIOA Career services- no separate core and intensive Individual, group, staff assisted, or any combination Expanded Training Services Multiple entry points in the system Emphasis on sector based and career pathways
- 13. WIA To consolidate, coordinate, and improve employment, literacy and vocational rehabilitation programs in the United States WIOA Increase opportunities for people with employment barriers Align workforce investment education and economic development Increase the prosperity of workers and employers Improve the structure and delivery to better address employment and skill needs
- 14. Major Legislative and Federal emphasis Partnerships with schools, adult education, training providers Required to be included in IEP Performance indicators- credential attainment and skill gain Sector driven
- 15. WIA Basic skill level Aptitudes Abilities Supportive service needs WIOA Basic skill level including literacy, numeracy, English language proficiency Aptitudes Abilities Skill Gaps in what areas Supportive service needs
- 16. WIA Basic job search assistance OJT Career Counseling WIOA Basic job search assistance OJT Internships- paid and unpaid Labor exchange services- information on in-demand industry sectors and non traditional employment Recruitment on behalf of employers
- 17. WIA Provide information related to the availability of supportive services available in the local area- childcare and transportation WIOA Provide information in formats that are understandable and usable Required referral to services Include childcare, transportation. SNAP ( food stamps), medical assistance for adults and children, TANF, Earned Income Tax Credit, food banks, housing.
- 18. WIA Provide information about filing claims WIOA Provide information as well as hands on assistance as needed.
- 19. WIA Short term skill development- soft skills focused WIOA Short term skill development Internships Work experiences that are linked to careers- stepping stones for career pathways Financial literacy English language acquisition
- 20. WIA and WIOA Occupational skills training OJT Training programs operated by the private sector Skill upgrading and retraining Entrepreneurial training Customized training New in WIOA Job readiness in combination with other training Adult education and literacy in combination with other training Incumbent worker training Transitional employment- time limited subsidized work opportunities
- 22. No real changes other than WIOA considers spouses of members of the Armed Forces on active duty as displaced homemakers. Selective Service requirements stay in place Right to work requirements remain
- 23. Employment in second quarter after exit Retention-Employment in 4th quarter after exit Median earnings Credential obtainment during or within 1 year of exit Measurable skill gains toward a recognized post secondary credential or employment