The Employment Taskforce is charged with addressing issues facing African-American males in the area of employment. Members of this group, with assistance form the Key Stakeholder, The Indianapolis Private Industry Counsel (IPIC), will develop recommendations for actions to combat the problems that African-American males face when attempting to find employment. The information will then be disseminated to appropriate agencies in the community.
Members of the Taskforce Group have identified the following issues as the most pressing:
1.Pre-release resource/employment fair for offenders.
2.Job fair targeting African-American males.
Employment Resources
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Indianapolis Private Industry Council The Indianapolis Private Industry Council Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation that collaborates with businesses to determine their workforce needs and to help them fill them by placing individuals in jobs or by training incumbent workers. IPIC also works with individuals - both adults and youths, including people with disabilities - to develop their potential and place them in jobs; it strives to help individuals reach self-sufficiency. And IPIC endeavors to improve the economy of Marion County by adopting the same high-tech priorities such as the BioCrossroads and Energize Indiana initiatives. |
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WorkOne Centers
Description
Job Seeker Services
All WorkOne Centers provide three "tiers" of service for job seekers:
- Core - Resources to complete a self-directed job search
- Intensive - One-on-one assistance for those who need help with their job search
- Training - Training services for those who could benefit from increasing their skill level in specific career fields
Individuals can receive assistance with unemployment insurance at the WorkOne Centers. In addition, Goodwill staff at the WorkOne Centers can provide information and referrals to all Goodwill programs and locations. |
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City of Indianapolis Human Resources As a strategic partner, the Human Resources Division is a customer-driven organization which provides support to departments and employees enhancing the competitive position of the City. The primary goal of the Human Resources Division is to proactively recruit and develop a competitive, customer focused workforce. |
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Other Indianapolis Job Listings A listing of employment resources in Indianapolis and Marion County. |
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Marion County Human Resources On our site youwill find the weekly Job Postings,a downloadable Job Application which is a PDF document, a Job application that can be emailed, and a section called "Frequently Asked Questions". You will also find informational overview of the County's medical and other benefits. |
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Indiana Department of Workforce Development Are you someone looking for a rewarding career, good job or employment-related training? Are you an employer who wants to learn about ways to train, obtain or retain your employees? If so, the Indiana Department of Workforce Development has the solutions you're looking for. |
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Action Steps for Finding Employment This helpful site has a checklist of action to take to help the recently unemployed worker manage their job loss. |
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CS3 (Customer Self Service System) - Self Service Job Matching System Create customized job matching profiles by identifying where and when you want to work, how much you want to earn, occupations you're interested in and skills you possess. You may apply online, or request a referral, to jobs that match your profile. This site is run by the Indiana Department of Workforce Development. |
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Information and Referral Network The Information and Referral Network is a nonprofit United Way Member Agency serving central Indiana. IRN is dedicated to facilitating connections between people who need human services and those who provide them. HELPLINE - 926-HELP (4357) provides information about and referral to social service resources in Central Indiana. Resources include food pantries, emergency shelters, legal services, support groups, financial counseling, government services, educational services, addiction programs, medical services, employment programs and much more. HELPLINE services are confidential and provided at no charge. The calls are taken by staff and trained volunteers. HELPLINE is now available seven days a week from 8:00am-8:00pm! An answering service takes messages after hours. Spanish availability varies. Search for services at http://www.imcpl.lib.in.us/cgi-bin/irntop.pl |
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