Our Talented Workforce

The American Job Center is the one-stop destination for employers and job seekers in Jefferson Parish. With funding from Louisiana Works, the Center provides multiple programs to employers at no charge to them. Services include free job postings, recruitment/applicant screening assistance, workforce training grants, space for job fairs as well as labor market information to help fulfill workforce needs. Job seekers can benefit from computer-based career planning programs, resume information and interviewing resources. The Job Center also provides veteran and youth services.

For assistance, contact your local center in Avondale at 504-227-1283 or Metairie at 504-838-5678.

The Jefferson Parish American Job Center offers an On-the-Job Training (OJT) program that helps employers train individuals who are eager to work but may lack the specific skills needed for the position. Through this program, employers are reimbursed 50% of the employee’s base salary for the duration of the training period, not to exceed 960 hours or 6 months, whichever comes first. Most occupations approved for OJT require a minimum training period of 160 hours to ensure participants gain the appropriate skills and competencies for the job. Employers will complete a streamlined application process with the assistance of American Job Center staff.

This program provides a cost-effective opportunity for employers to develop a skilled, reliable workforce while minimizing onboarding training expenses.

For more information, please contact:
Dashonya Beverly (504) 736-6542 or email Dashonya.Beverly@jeffparish.gov

The Incumbent Worker Training Program is a partnership between Louisiana Works, businesses and training providers. The IWTP is designed to benefit business and industry by assisting in the skill development of existing employees and thereby increasing employee productivity and the growth of the company. These improvements are expected to result in the creation of new jobs, the retention of jobs that otherwise may have been eliminated and an increase in wages for trained workers. The Customized Training program allows an employer or a consortium of employers with a minimum of 15 employees who need training an opportunity to determine the type of training needed and the training provider. Employers must have been in business in the state for at least three years and contributing to state unemployment insurance tax laws.

For more information, contact 504-658-4528.

The Incumbent Worker Training Program is a partnership between Louisiana Works, businesses and training providers. The IWTP is designed to benefit business and industry by assisting in the skill development of existing employees and thereby increasing employee productivity and the growth of the company. These improvements are expected to result in the creation of new jobs, the retention of jobs that otherwise may have been eliminated and an increase in wages for trained workers. SBET is designed for employers with 50 or fewer employees to assist in the skill development of an existing employee through individual, standardized (off-the-shelf) training. Employers must have been in business in the state for at least three years and contributing to state unemployment insurance tax laws.

For more information, contact 504-658-4528

Louisiana FastStart, launched in 2008 by Louisiana Economic Development (LED), provides customized recruitment, screening and training to new and expanding companies at no cost. The program is available to manufacturers, corporate headquarters, warehouse and distribution, research and development or other strategic facilities that commit to creating a net of at least 15 new permanent jobs, or any service-related operation that commits to creating a net of at least 50 new permanent jobs. Service industries, headquarters and warehouse and distribution companies must have a majority of sales out of state.

For additional information, contact Tedra Cheatham, Executive Director of Louisiana FastStart, at 225.342.5405, email her at Tedra.Cheatham@la.gov.

The Re-Entry Program, created by the Legislature in 2010, allows judges to work with prosecutors to select nonviolent offenders facing sentences of 10 years or less (excluding sex-related crimes) for this intense training and rehabilitation program. Program participants are sent to Angola where they spend at least two years learning a trade, getting their GED, and receiving counseling from mentors serving life sentences. The skills learned includes Automotive, Carpentry, Collision Repairs, Culinary, Drywall/Painting, Electrical, HVAC, Masonry, Plumbing, Welding and other skills for in-demand occupations. Case management will work with participants to continue rehabilitation and training.

Contact:
Career Specialist/ Re-Entry Coordinator
American Job Center

Delgado River City Campus 2nd Floor
709 Churchill Parkway
Avondale, LA 70094
504-227-1283, Ext 81279

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