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Frequently
Asked Questions about our Program
Q: What is the "One Stop" Center?
A: The One-Stop Center is designed to meet the
needs of job seekers, dislocated workers, youth, incumbent workers,
new entrants to the workforce, veterans, persons with disabilities,
and employers.
Q: Does the One-Stop find job for people?
A: We provide you with the means to conduct
your job search, such as Internet usage, telephones, and
"fax" machines. Staff members are available to assist you.
Q: Does the One-Stop have a list of local jobs?
A: The job listings on LaVOS are statewide
listings, however, you have the ability to access listings by area.
Occasionally an employer requests our
assistance in finding qualified employees to fill vacancies within
their organization or company. As more employers are made aware of
the services we can provide, there will be a great possibility of
more job matching in the local area.
Q: Does the One-Stop provide a resume' service?
A: We have an excellent resume' software
program that is very user-friendly. There are also books and
pamphlets with tips and suggestions for creating the right resume'
for you. Knowledgeable staff members are available if you need assistance.
Q: Can I check out books and software?
A: The resource room at the Center contains a
wealth of publications, videos, pamphlets, etc. that are available to
the public resource. The resource specialist can tell you which items
you can have and which publications and videos must remain in the
resource room.
Q: Does the One-Stop offer adult GED classes?
A: GED classes are offered by one of our
partner programs, Adult Education. Classes are available at the Adult
Learning Centers in Boutte and Norco in St. Charles Parish. Look for
additional information regarding GED under "Partners".
Q: What is the role of the Partners?
A: The One-Stop concept is a partnership of
many entities responsible for administering separate workforce
investment, educational, and other human resource programs. All
partners are required to make their services available at the
One-Stop Center.
Q: Can I file for Unemployment there?
A: Job Service personnel is available at the
St. Charles Parish One-Stop Center on Mondays and Wednesdays to
process Unemployment Insurance claims.
Q: Can I take computer classes there?
A. The center offers tutorial software on
numerous computer applications. These are easy to use and you can
learn at your own pace.
Q: Does the One-Stop offer job training?
A: Training services are available to employed
and unemployed adults and dislocated workers who meet eligibility for
training services and are unable to obtain assistance from other
sources to pay the cost of training.
Q: Does the One-Stop pay for child-care and transportation?
A: Support Services for adults and dislocated
workers may include child -care and transportation to enable an
individual to participate in WIA Title I activities.
Information regarding support services is
available at the One-Stop as well as information on other programs
that may offer such services.
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