We strive to help individuals stabilize their lives, meet their goals, and obtain successful employment.
Workshops
Work Pathways
This is a 12 week course where participants and facilitators work together on résumés, cover letters, preparing for interview questions, and finding the right job. Topics Include:
- Future Planning
- Time Management
- Goal Setting
- Job Hunting
- Completing Job Applications
- Résumés
- Cover Letters
- Interviewing Tips
- How to Succeed in the Workplace
Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, please call (360) 588-5734 or email Jobs@CommunityActionSkagit.org.
Life Skills
This is a 12 week course where participants and facilitators discuss topics involving their thinking, social, and emotional skills. Topics include:
- Problem solving
- Effective Communication
- Adapting to Change
- Stress Management
- Goal Setting
- Budgeting and Banking Basics
- Understanding Your Credit Report and Scores
- And More!
Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, please call (360) 588-5734 or email Jobs@CommunityActionSkagit.org.
Our Programs
To improve your employment opportunities through those services, we can connect you with the program that will be the best fit for you. Program participants can get help with one-on-one job coaching/career planning, job readiness training, job search assistance including resume, cover letter, job application, and interviewing skills, short term vocational training, and basic education.
Program | Description |
WorkFirst | What is WorkFirst? WorkFirst is an activity that provides TANF participants with one on one intensive case management and additional supports with the ultimate goal of assisting participants in resolving barriers and gaining sustainable employment. Who is eligible? How do you get referred? |
Foundational Community Supports (FCS) | What is FCS Supported Employment? FCS is a program that assists Medicaid enrollees who meet specific eligibility requirements obtain and maintain stable employment. Who is eligible?
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