Workshops

Our Programs

FCS Referral

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?
Recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF).

How do you get referred?
Referrals come directly from the Department of Social and Health Service (DSHS). If you are currently enrolled in TANF, you can request to participate in WorkFirst by asking your DSHS case manager. If you are receiving TANF and are interested in knowing more about program options, please call (360) 588-5734 or email Jobs@CommunityActionSkagit.org.
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?
Services are for Medicaid eligible individuals who are at least 16 years old with a complex health need. These include:

  1. Enrolled in the state Housing and Essential Needs (HEN) Program or Aged, Blind or Disabled (ABD) Program
  2. Substance use disorder (SUD) with a history of multiple treatments
  3. Serious mental illness (SMI) or co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
  4. Individuals receiving long-term services and supports
  5. Difficulty obtaining or maintaining employment due to age, physical or mental impairment or traumatic brain injury

How do you get referred?
If you or someone you know is interested, please complete the referral form below. Referral to these services must be the result of a needs assessment. If you would like more information you may call (360) 588-5734 or email Jobs@CommunityActionSkagit.org.

Foundational Community Supports (FCS) Referral Form

Person Completing This Form:

Referral Information

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Address
Do you have Medicaid Health Insurance?(Required)

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