Linking to Employment Activities Pre-Release, known as LEAP, is designed to reduce recidivism and help incarcerated participants successfully rejoin the workforce when they return home. Workforce development programs play a crucial role in reducing recidivism by equipping individuals with the skills needed to secure stable employment upon release. Employment is a key factor in reducing the likelihood of re-offending, as it helps individuals reintegrate into society and gain a sense of purpose and self-sufficiency.
In Lehigh County LEAP, staff has implemented SkillUp™ PA into the pre-release curriculum. During incarceration, LEAP participants register for a PA CareerLink® account, which provides immediate access to 7,000+ courses through SkillUp™ PA. In the LEAP Job Center/Computer Lab, participants are able to explore coursework that is relevant to their interests. Commonly accessed content includes coursework related to careers in Information Technology, Food Service, Customer Service, Manufacturing, and Management & Leadership. Participants are able to start coursework during incarceration and finish the content when they return to the community.
SkillUp™ PA provides the opportunity for incarcerated individuals to more fully explore their career path. It establishes a foundation of required skills and allows the participant to visualize what it might look like to work in a particular career.
This week’s Community Shoutout goes to JobWorks, Inc., a training provider that offers student-centered live online technology and healthcare certification programs. This nonprofit supports the workforce wellness of its students and employees. Our students benefit from a supportive, person-centered approach, and our employees work within a positive and welcoming workplace culture that values professional and personal development. Recently, JobWorks was awarded the Workforce First Employer Champion designation in recognition of its dedication to workforce wellness!
Thanks for all you do to help us support our community.🫱🏼🫲🏽✨
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Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities/Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Programs at PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley are funded in whole or in part by federal funds. Detailed information can be found at www.lvwib.org/stevens-amendment. Equal Opportunity Officer: EqualOpportunity@careerlinklv.org or 610-841-8332 TTY Line 610-437-0741. More information on adaptive equipment and Equal Opportunity resources can be found at www.lvwib.org/equal-opportunity-and-adaptive-equipment. ... See MoreSee Less
One way to pivot careers is to start your own business, but that can be a daunting undertaking! Not sure where to start? Get a crash course on taking the first step with PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley on July 22nd. Register for in-person (Allentown), or join us virtually. We can’t wait to see what you do next!
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Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities/Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Programs at PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley are funded in whole or in part by federal funds. Detailed information can be found at ow.ly/yiIs50ZjnC2. Equal Opportunity Officer: EqualOpportunity@careerlinklv.org or 610-841-8332 TTY Line 610-437-0741. More information on adaptive equipment and Equal Opportunity resources can be found at ow.ly/AmMc50ZjnBY. ... See MoreSee Less
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Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities/Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Programs at PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley are funded in whole or in part by federal funds. Detailed information can be found at ow.ly/jh2m50Zm5jA. Equal Opportunity Officer: EqualOpportunity@careerlinklv.org or 610-841-8332 TTY Line 610-437-0741. More information on adaptive equipment and Equal Opportunity resources can be found at ow.ly/izFf50Zm5jl. ... See MoreSee Less