The Division of Human Resources is responsible for
operations under the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 (WIA) Law
105-220, a comprehensive reform legislation that supersedes the
Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA). It is the purpose of this
Act to establish programs, to create a new comprehensive, workforce
investment system. The reform system is to be customer-focused,
to help individuals access the tools they need to manage their
careers through information and high quality services, and to
help companies find skilled workers. The goals of the act are
to increase employment retention and earnings of participants,
to improve the quality of the workforce to sustain economic growth,
to enhance productivity and competitiveness, and to reduce welfare
dependency. Satisfaction of these goals will aid in improving
the quality of the workforce and enhancing the productivity and
competitiveness of the Nation.
As a New Federalism program, the U.S. Department
of Labor transmits funds to the Governors. In Ohio, the Governor
has designated Ohio Workforce Areas (OWA's) throughout the State.
The geographic boundaries of the City of Cleveland have been designated
OWA #3. In accordance with an agreement between the Mayor, the
Chief (and local) Elected Official in OWA #3, the Ohio Department
of Jobs and Family Services, The Division of Human Resources serves
as the OWA #3 One Stop, WIA Grant Recipient and Administrative
Entity.
MISSION
To provide and coordinate access to a variety of
workforce development services and programs for the workforce
area customers seeking education, job training support services,
job placement, and retention.
PROGRAM NAME: ADMINISTRATION
OBJECTIVE:
To Comply with the responsibilities of Grant
Recipient and Administrative Entity as required under the statues
of the Workforce Investment Act, the attendant federal regulations
and administrative policies of the Ohio Department of Job and
Family Services (ODJFS).
ACTIVITY:
Conduct Planning, Contract Administration Client
Tracking and Reporting, Financial Management and Reporting,
Monitoring, Program Evaluation, and Audit Resolution in an efficient
and effective manner.
PROGRAM NAME: INDIVIDUAL TRAINING
ACCOUNTS /
TRAINING SERVICES
OBJECTIVE:
To design a comprehensive and strong network
of training and educational resources to ensure job seekers
maximum access to information and services for basic skill remediation,
skill upgrade, and skill set enhancement.
ACTIVITY:
Utilization of an Individual Training Account
(ITA) system to ensure customer choice. System customers will
select a training provider based on information available on
all approved vendor programs. In addition, employers and participant
needs will be identified through surveys and focus groups. Provide
Central Intake, Objective Assessment, Referral of Participants
to appropriate training, Supportive Services, Case Management,
Basic Education Skills Training, Occupational Skills Training,
On-the-Job Training, Pre-Employment and Work Maturity Skills
Training, Work Experience and Job Search Assistance.
