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This website provides you with information, tools and resources to file for unemployment benefits, register and post your resume on the Michigan Talent Bank, improve your job seeking skills and conduct your job search.
To maximize your job search efforts, visit the Southgate Michigan Works Center at 15100 Northline Road in Southgate, MI (room 179). There, our trained staff will evaluate your situation and refer you to all the appropriate resources for your job search needs. In addition, Michigan Rehabilitation Services and Veterans Services have representatives available to meet (by appointment) with individuals eligible for their services.
The center is open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, and from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm on Tuesday. Stop in or call 734-362-3462.
File your unemployment claim via the Internet
Michigan Talent Bank and Job Bank
www.mich.gov/careers
Use this resource to post your resume and search for jobs. This program allows you to reach hundreds of employers quickly, and matches jobs to your unique skills and abilities automatically.
Job Search Assistance/Resources
There are thousands of websites for Job Search Assistance. Here are a few.
Flip Dog – www.flipdog.com
The Monster Board – www.monster.com
Hot Jobs – www.hotjobs.com
Michigan Job Hunter – www.micareerbuilder.com
Nationwide Newspaper Links – www.usnpl.com
State, County, City Jobs – www.statejobs.com
Congressman John Dingell has put together a guidebook for displaced workers that you may find helpful: Displaced Worker Guidebook
On-Site Services
When you visit the Southgate Michigan Works Center, you may access a variety of resources, including:
Resume and Cover Letter Guides
Occupational and Educational Guides
Job Search Support Materials
Apprenticeship and Civil Service Information
Career Exploration Tools
Immediate E-mail Resume Referral
Workshops (including but not limited to: Proven Job Search Tips, Interviewing for Success, Resume Writing, and Networking Techniques)
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Fax/Copy/Telephone Services |
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Interest Surveys |
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Referrals to Community Services |
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Computers/Printers |
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DeLEG Career Portal |
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Typing Tutorials |
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Computerized GED preparation software |
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Career Research Tools |
Workforce Investment Act (WIA)
In addition to the services listed above, which are available to everyone regardless of employment status, the Workforce Investment Act Program offers eligible job seekers specialized services in job search assistance, assessment, career counseling, basic skills remedial assistance and training for in-demand occupations. All services are geared to ensure job seekers find employment at a self-sufficiency level. Services are based on eligibility requirements such as recent layoff, plant closing, displaced homemaker or low-income adult. Sign up for orientation to find out if you are eligible for these additional services.
WIA Youth Program: For eligible youth, DCC Southgate Michigan Works Center provides a flexible, customer-centered service with a goal of improving occupational, work readiness, and basic skills. Qualified youth ages 14-21 years old receive individual assistance from DCC staff to guide them in pursuing their GED, occupational training, and provide job search assistance.
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Increase the employment, retention and earnings of the customer |
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Increase the occupational skill level of the customer |
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Improve the quality of the workforce |
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Enhance the productivity and competitiveness of the workforce |
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No Worker Left Behind (NWLB)
UPDATE on NWLB Training Status 9-23-11
The SEMCA Michigan Works network, including the DCC operated Southgate Center, is pleased to report that the NWLB Training Program has been very popular with Michigan workers intent upon developing the new skills or education needed by employers in the changing Michigan economy. This is good news for our employers, individual workers, and the future of Michigans economy. The increased demand for NWLB has resulted in a tripling of the number of SEMCA-funded training participants in the most recent 12 months as compared to the immediately prior 12 months.
An unfortunate outcome of this increased demand has been to significantly deplete SEMCAs NWLB training funds.
Previously Funded NWLB Customers
As new funding becomes available we will prioritize first those customers who have already started NWLB-funded training but have not yet completed their program.
New Customers Wanting Training
Currently we are not processing new training enrollments for this program year. However, if you are interested in registering for NWLB, we can assist you with resources related to possible grant funded training, financial aide and some free training options.
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The No Worker Left Behind program provides these services to workers helping them reinvent their careers.
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Job club |
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Job search assistance |
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Basic skills enhancement |
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Basic skills assessment |
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Career assessment |
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Ged preparation |
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One-on-one assistance from a Career Development Facilitator |
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On-the-job training opportunities |
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And more! |
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To qualify you must be:
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Currently unemployed and/meet low income guidelines or |
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Any person who has received a notice of termination of layoff from employment, or |
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Any person who is laid off and their position is considered to be in decline |
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Participants must be at least 18 years old, must not have graduated from high school within the last two years, and must not be full-time college students.
To sign up for a No Worker Left Behind Program Orientation, come to the Southgate Michigan Works Center and register in Employment Services (room 179).
Jobs, Education & Training (JET) Program (formerly Work First)
The JET Program is designed to establish and maintain a connection to the labor market for individuals referred by the Department of Human Services (DHS), while offering educational and training opportunities and job search/job readiness activities to increase the individuals income, thereby reducing or eliminating a familys need for public assistance.
The JET Program provides participants the education and training needed to move up career ladders for self-sustaining, lasting employment and permanent self-sufficiency. The JET Program is an investment in the long-term growth and prosperity of our workforce and our economy.
For Michigan employers, the JET Program provides prepared workers ready to take and retain jobs to help businesses avoid high turnover and become more productive. This approach provides long-term economic growth for individuals, families, businesses and Michigans evolving economy.
The JET program operates Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
JET Program Activities and Services
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Unsubsidized Employment |
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Subsidized Employment |
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On-the-job Training |
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Job Search & Job Readiness |
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Work Experience |
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Community Service |
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Vocational Education Training |
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Childcare for Community Service Program Participants |
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Job Skills Training Directly Related to Employment |
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Education Directly Related to Employment |
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High School Completion or GED Preparation |
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Transportation Assistance |
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Interview Clothing & Uniforms |
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Child Care Information/Referrals |
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Basic Skills Assessment |
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Career Assessment & Counseling |
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Career & Labor Market Exploration |
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Goal Setting & Individual Service Strategy |
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Resume Writing Assistance |
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Job Readiness Workshops (Resumes, Interviews, etc.) |
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Barrier Resolution Workshop |
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Money Management Workshop |
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Various other Job Preparation & Retention Activities |
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Supported by the State of Michigan and the Southeast Michigan Community Alliance.
www.semca.org |
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