Why do small businesses matter?

get back to work and give them hands-on experience. Consider the following success stories of Workforce Connections partners: FOUNDATION FOR AN INDEPENDENT TOMORROW (FIT)

When David first came to FIT he was working part time at a local convenience store as a cashier, making minimum wage. David’s goal was to find employment with a high enough wage so that he could pay his monthly bills without assistance from his family, but he lacked the skills needed to do so. After assessing David, completing vocational research and developing a case plan, he made the brave decision to go back to school.

David decided that pursuing a career in HVAC would provide him with the best opportunity to achieve his goals. David has not only been able to start training, but after just a few weeks was hired at a local heating and air conditioning company making $10 an hour. After he successfully completes training and gets his certification, David has been told that his wage will increase significantly. So David is not only being trained by his school, but is also getting hands-on experience at his job. NEVADA PARTNERS INC.

Mr. Jarman came to Nevada Partners seeking employment assistance, so he met with a counselor and staffing consultant to conduct an initial assessment and discussed additional job interests. Mr. Jarman indicated at his last job he was employed as a cashier/cook earning $ 8.25 an hour. Mr. Jarman informed our staff he is currently in bachelor’s program for psychology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and is living with a family member until he is able to become self-sufficient. The client was in need of immediate employment to continue his education and establish sustainability.

Nevada Partners’ staffing consultant was able to provide an on-the-job training opportunity as a behavioral aide by paying 50 percent of the wages for a short period of time. Once Mr. Jarman completed the program, he was hired as a full time employee earning $15 an hour. Mr. Jarman stated this position not only provided him with a good salary but also helped him gain additional skills to utilize once he receives his degree. Workforce Investment Act services are changing lives.