Native Workforce Services Program at United Indians of All Tribes Foundation
Native Workforce Services Program at United Indians of All Tribes Foundation
Supports comprehensive employment and training activities while helping clients get the trainings and certifications needed to build a sustainable career, including: -Job counseling -Academic counseling and assistance -Referrals and placement -Support with applications to government benefit programs, such as unemployment and SNAP -Employment-related training Training/Education Incentive: Individuals entering an accredited college or vocational school program may be eligible for tuition assistance. Proof of registration and paid fees will be required. Referrals: Staff may provide referrals to apprenticeship programs and help clients with job searches. Support Services: Upon completing the Workforce Readiness class and finding employment, clients may be eligible for supportive services at the discretion of the Director of the Employment and Training Department. These services may include: - Transportation allowance - Food allowance - Shoes - Work clothing (if required by employer) - Other reasonable job-related expenses Summer Youth Employment Experience: Limited number of work experience positions are available during the summer months to eligible high school students. Interested parties should contact the WIA office in January for more information. Offers Seattle office of labor ordinance and standards training for Seattle workers.
Physical Address
5011 Bernie Whitebear Way, Seattle, WA 98199
Hours
M-F, 9am-5pm.
Voice
Application process
Call to make an appointment. All applicants must complete a Title IV, WIA Intake to determine eligibility. Testing is required for entrance into any program.
Fee
None.
Eligibility
Over 18 years of age. Serves WIA-eligible and enrolled American Indians, and Alaskan and Hawaiian Natives; unemployed or underemployed and meet U. S. Department of Labor income guidelines
Agency info
United Indians of All Tribes Foundation
Social service provider, community center, and cultural home for the urban Indigenous community. Offers family services, support for expectant families, school readiness, economic self-sufficiency, employment services program, housing stability, and health and well-being. Native Workforce Services Program, Labateyah Youth Home, Foster Care, Homelessness Prevention, Preschool, Native Elders Program provides hot lunches and other activities for older Native American adults. Offers free online Daybreak Star Radio accessible through the website to reconnect heritage, belonging, and significance as a people.