Job Seekers

WIB Programs

Find A Job      Career Preparation

The WIB administers several programs, all of which have a specific funding grant, a limited number of allowable enrollments, and an application process. The application process for each program requires that applicants meet a specific set of requirements as defined by the funding grant.

Qualified clients work one-on-one with an Employability Specialist to develop a Personal Employment Plan. This plan would include activities such as:

	Intensive Job Search and Job Placement Assistance
	Training
	-	Job Readiness Includes Resume Preparation, Interviewing Skills, Job "Survival Skills", & Attitude and Motivation
	-	Brush up Skills
	-	On-the-Job Training
	-	Job Skills

All WIB enrolled clients receive follow-up services once employed. The goal of the follow-up program is to assist the client in being successful on their new job.

Adult Program:
For Adults over 18, this program provides a comprehensive group of services to assist Adults in becoming employed.

Laid Off Worker Program:
Also called "Dislocated Worker" program, provides services to Adults over 18, who have been part of a Lay-off.

Veterans Program:
For Veterans, 18 yrs. or older. This program provides a comprehensive group of services to assist Veterans in becoming employed.

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Job Readiness
Employers consistently remind us that they are looking for more than job skills and experience when hiring new employees. Employers are looking for people who understand how to operate in the workplace. The WIB has a special training program for all enrolled clients designed to identify the skills, behaviors, and attitudes that contribute to an employee's success in the workplace. These Job Readiness workshops also provide special training on how to select the right career for you, and how to interview for the job.

Keeping Your Job
Once employed, WIB enrolled clients receive support from a dedicated staff member who assists you in being successful on the job. The goal is to help clients establish a solid foundation upon which to build long-term success on the job. We provide assistance with any job related challenges that clients may and encounter. And, we work with clients and employers to identify career advancement opportunities.

Additional Services
The WIB oversees and participates in the operations of the Solano Employment Connection, a group of local agencies, educational institutions, and community-based organizations who cooperate to provide free services to job seekers. Through the Solano Employment Connection Career Centers, all job seekers have access to the following free services:

	Career Exploration
	Career Counseling
	Access to Internet, Fax and Copy Machine
	Job Listings and Job Search Assistance
	Job Fairs
	Job Club
	Labor Market Information
	Training Resource Information
	Employment Focus Workshops
	Unemployment Insurance Information
	On-site Interviews with Employers

You may attend free workshops that are held regularly at the Career Centers. Learn how to identify job leads, complete an application, and prepare a resume. Brush up on interview skills and learn how to job search on the Internet. Workshops are held at both the Fairfield and Vallejo Career Centers.

Job Seekers are encouraged to access these free services.

For more information:
Visit a Solano Employment Connection Career Center, and attend an "Introduction to the Solano Employment Connection" Workshop.
North County: 320 Campus Lane Fairfield, CA 94534 (707) 864-3370
South County: 1440 Marin Street Vallejo, CA 94590 (707) 649-3604
TDD Relay #: 1-800-735-2922

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Additional Resources
Additional links that may be helpful to you in job search and career planning are:
http://www.careervoyages.gov: Career Voyages - Information on jobs, education and training levels, wages, and growth rates.
http://online.onetcenter.org: O*Net - Match your skills to occupations, review detailed job descriptions.
http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov: EDD's Labor Market Information - Information by county, wages, projections, occupational outlook reports, training providers, licenses and certifications.
http://www.acinet.org: America's CareerInfoNet - Career resource library, wages & trends, customized reports.
http://www.caljobs.ca.gov: CalJOBS is a free Internet service that matches employees with jobs. Easy step by step directions on how to put your resume into the system and search for jobs.
http://www.ajb.dni.us: America's Job Bank has comprehensive information on jobs throughout the U.S.
http://www.disabilitybenefits101.org: Disability Benefits 101 provides information on employment for persons with disabilities and disability benefits information.
http://www.jan.wvu.edu: Job Accommodation Network provides information regarding accommodations for persons with disabilities.

When J.T. was laid off, he heard about the WIB. J.T. says, from his first visit to the WIB, he was impressed by the wide range of services that are provided. "Not only did the WIB give me job information, but I also received help with my resume. There were also people at the WIB who actually met with me and guided me toward getting a new job. Having someone there to work with me was very encouraging." It wasn't long before Joseph was hired as a Process Operator.