WIOA Program Info Session | PMI Silver Spring Chapter | May 17, 2024

An engaging discussion on how to reskill/upskill yourself to relaunch your career

Are you a dislocated worker or an underemployed professional looking to gain new skills and advance your career?

This session explores how the WIOA program can help you achieve your goals!

What is WIOA?
The WIOA program is a federal government initiative designed to empower both job seekers and businesses.

How can WIOA benefit YOU?
• Dislocated Workers:Receive targeted support to get back into the workforce quickly after a job loss.
• Underemployed Professionals: Access resources for skill development and career advancement. Potentially gain funding for certifications depending on program details and local workforce needs.

WIOA offers a variety of services:
• Career counseling: Identify your strengths and career goals.
• Job search assistance: Learn effective job search strategies and resume writing techniques.
• Skills training: Gain new skills or enhance existing ones, potentially including PMI certifications in high-demand fields.
• Support services: Childcare or transportation assistance to help you overcome barriers to training and employment.

You will learn:
● Eligibility: Discover if WIOA programs are the right fit for you as a dislocated worker or underemployed professional.
● Funding Pathways: Explore the possibility of WIOA funding for acquiring valuable certifications relevant to your career goals (program details and local needs permitting).
● Skills Training Advantage: Learn about the range of skills training options available through WIOA programs, potentially including crucial product, program, and project management skills.
● Support Services: Gain insights into the support services offered by WIOA, such as career counseling, job search assistance, and potential childcare or transportation assistance.
● Next Steps: Uncover the resources available to help you access
WIOA programs and take the first step towards a more fulfilling career.
Join us and take the first step towards a brighter career!

James LeBlanc, Director of Community Impact at WorkSource Montgomery, guides you through the steps you need to take to uncover the benefits of the WIOA program in your area.

Host: Hector Del Castillo, VP Professional Development, PMI Silver Spring Chapter

About James LeBlanc
James is Director of Community Impact at WorkSource Montgomery. He has served in the Workforce Development industry since 2012 and has had many roles including job developer, job readiness facilitator, program manager, director of WIOA adult & youth services and his current role as Director of Community Impact at WorkSource Montgomery in Montgomery County, MD.

James is actively involved in the community, has pastored a church, and currently serves on the Board of Director.

1. How To Reskill/Upskill &
Relaunch Your PM Career

In today's rapidly evolving job market, it's crucial for
dislocated PM professionals to proactively reskill,
upskill, and relaunch their careers.

We explore how the Workforce Innovation and
Opportunity Act (WIOA) program can provide the
support and resources needed to transition into a
new role or industry.

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2. About PMI Silver Spring Chapter

We are branch of the Project Management Institute.
We offer a platform for project management
professionals in Silver Spring, MD, and the
DC/Baltimore metro area. Monthly meetings
facilitate networking, knowledge sharing, and
professional development. For event details, visit
pmissc.org.

3. About James LeBlanc

James is Director of Community Impact at WorkSource Montgomery. He has
served in the Workforce Development industry since 2012 and has had many
roles including job developer, job readiness facilitator, program manager,
director of WIOA adult & youth services and his current role as Director of
Community Impact at WorkSource Montgomery in Montgomery County, MD.

James is actively involved in the community, has pastored a church, and
currently serves on the Board of Directors for Samaritan Inns, a recovery
community in the Washington DC area. He has received community-based
awards for his leadership and involvement and has presented at Workforce
Development conferences. holds a bachelor's degree in Pastoral Leadership
from Newburgh College.

James earned a bachelor's degree in Pastoral Leadership from Newburgh College and is a Certified Workforce
Development Professional (CWDP), Licensed, Ordained Minister, Licensed Realtor® and Author of The Miracle.
James lives in Laurel, MD with his wife, two sons and their beloved Yorkipoo, Sassie.

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5. Who we are...

Operate Montgomery County's American Job Centers
Provide employment & training services to local job seekers
Help local employers to help meet their current and future hiring needs

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Financial Empowerment
Center
11810 Georgia Ave., First Floor
Wheaton, MD 20902

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7. Targeted Programming for Targeted Workers...

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Community Workforce Network

Cohesive network of providers
working together to leverage
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Interactive platform for partners to
share information, refer customers,
develop synergies.

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10. JOB SEEKERS

Career Services Training Services
+ Access to Technology + Wraparound Case Management
+ Labor Market Information + Employment Plan Development
+ Job Boards + Occupational Skills Training
+ Professional Development Training + Support Services
« Career & Aptitude Assessments + Job Placement Assistance
+ Hiring Events + Subsidized Employment
+ Unemployment Information + 12 Month Post-Employment Case
+ Referrals to Community Resources Management

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11. BUSINESS SERVICES &
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G.R.O.W.

(Grant Relief for
Onboarding Workers)

when hiring unemployed or
underemployed residents

$2,500- full-time hire

Up to $30,000 for
registered apprenticeships

Over $1 mil in relief provided or
approved to over 100 businesses
(<500 emp)

O.J.T
(On-the-Job Training}

Wage subsidies via
reimbursement for training new
employees within the WIOA
program

Reimbursement available up
to 26 weeks.

Reimbursement rates range from
50% up to 75% of the employees
salary, maximum salary is
$100,000.

LW.T.
(Incumbent Worker
Training

SkillUp
Montgomery

Broaden skills of current
employees to increase
competitiveness

Free learning mangaement
system for job seekers,
employees, and businesses

WSM will share in 50% of
costs up to $50K

Access to 7,000 quality
online training (professional
development or skills-based)
and 200 certifications.

Eligible to small businesses once
every 3 years. Small business is
defined as <100 employees

Digital badges awarded for training
completions. Convenient 24/7
access.

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12. Priority #5: Career
Education Future requires the WDB,MCPS, and Montgomery

College to deliver individualized career counseling to all Middle and HS Students

Personalized
Career Advising

Direct counseling and
advising services to students

Classroom Connections
School-based leaders to support
and integrate the work into
content areas

Common
Career Language
Realistic, Investigative, Artistic,

Social, Enterprising, Conventional
(RIASEC)

Career Experiences
College and career experiences
‘aimed to increase exposure to a
wide variety of opportunities

Experience Based
Opportunities

Information about the world of work
and connection to work-based
learning opportunities

Student Driven Tools

O5 _ materials and resources to
support the development of
lifelong career management

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13. LYFE: Launch Your Future Employment (Out of School Youth)

Target Audience
Key Components + Youth/Young Adults ages 16-24
+ Work Readiness Training
* Work Experience (WEX) Placement Reach out to
[email protected] or
Objectives [email protected] with
questions and get ready to Launch Your
Future Today!

+ Soft Skills Development

* Career Assessment

+ Career Exploration

+ Credentialing

+ Paid Work Experience

* Pipeline to Apprenticeship

14. ustice Empowerment Center

Our mission is to empower justice-impacted individuals in Montgomery County by
equipping them with the necessary tools for sustainable employment through preparation,
a client centered approach and fostering a supportive culture. Through cultivating
collaborative relationships and increasing community awareness, we strive to establish a

strong and resilient support network for all. Community Engagement

What We Do...
Montgomery County Justice Empowerment Center Pre-Release Center
Sau oraaclily Comprehensive Release Plan 3 Hours Per Week
Workshop 2x Per Week Connection to Resources Realistic Individual
Career Planning . Short/Long-Term Career Planning Employment Plan (IEP)
Resume Building/Editing Training Opportunities Job Applications
Mock Interview Supportive Services Guest Speakers
Transferable Skills Individualized Job Placement Metrix Learning

Transitional Employment
WEX/OJT

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16. WIOA Program Overview

The WIOA program is a federal
initiative that offers comprehensive
workforce development services to
job seekers, including dislocated
workers. Through WIOA, eligible
individuals can access a range of
training and employment assistance,
such as skills assessments, career
counseling, job search help, and
financial aid for education and
certifications.

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For dislocated PM professionals,
WIOA can be an invaluable resource
in identifying in-demand skills,
developing a customized reskilling
or upskilling plan, and accessing
funding to support their career
transition. The program's holistic
approach helps individuals
overcome barriers and successfully
relaunch their careers in new or
evolving fields.

17. Who to Contact?

To take advantage of the WIOA program, dislocated
PM professionals should reach out to their local
American Job Center (AJC), also known as a One-Stop
Career Center. These centers serve as the gateway to
WIOA services and can provide personalized guidance
and support throughout the reskilling/upskilling and
job search process.

At the AJC, individuals will work with a case manager
who will assess their skills, interests, and employment
goals, and then develop an individualized plan to help
them achieve their career objectives. The case
manager can also connect them with training
providers, potential employers, and other community
resources to facilitate a successful career transition.

18. Key Takeaways

1. Embrace
Reskilling/Upskilling

Be open to acquiring
new skills and
capabilities to remain
competitive in the job
market. The WIOA
program can help you
identify in-demand skills
and access the necessary
training

Leverage WIOA
Resources

Take advantage of the
comprehensive services
offered by the WIOA
program, including skills
assessments, career
counseling, job search
assistance, and financial
aid for education and
certifications.

© 2024 Hector Del Castillo, PMISSC. Creative Commons Attribution License

Connect with Your
Local AJC

Visit your local American
Job Center to connect
with a case manager
who can guide you
through the WIOA
program and help you
develop a personalized
plan for your career
transition.

19. Looking for someone to mentor?

Join the PMISSC Mentoring Program.
Connect with me to learn more:
linkd.in/hdelcastillo

Hector Del Castillo

VP, Professional Development
[email protected]
linkd.in/hdelcastillo

© 2024 Hector Del Castillo, PMISSC. Creative Commons Attribution License