by Admin | Mar 13, 2023 | Individual Achievement Award: 2022
Dominique Jones came to First Institute Training and Management (FITM), the Youth provider for Local Workforce Area 18, in December of 2017 seeking to obtain her High School Equivalency. After her initial assessment, she knew she had a long road ahead to reach her goal, but demonstrated a determined attitude to succeed. She was enrolled in Adult Education classes at Danville Area Community College, and also received support from FITM to assist her in achieving her educational and employment goals.
by Admin | Mar 13, 2023 | Individual Achievement Award: 2022
My name is Kenyota Hudson. I am 32 years old. Workforce Investment Solutions has been my support throughout my journey to become a registered nurse. WIS in a way became my family. When I needed help, I could always reach out to my career planner. My career planner, Sherrie Manney, has been my biggest supporter even before I was accepted into the program. She would always make sure I received the help I needed.
by Admin | Mar 13, 2023 | Individual Achievement Award: 2022
19 year-old Abigail White was expecting her first child when she enrolled in the WIOA program. She was a high school graduate, enlisted member of the Army National Guard, and had her nurse assistant certification. She was employed on a very part-time basis at a nursing home in Virginia, Illinois.
by Admin | Mar 13, 2023 | Individual Achievement Award: 2022
Before leaving prison, Marshall went through a re-entry program to prepare him for life on the outside. Marshall arrived in Carlinville 4-22-22, homeless, after being incarcerated for 7 years. Marshall met John at Catholic Charities who guided him through the process of obtaining a State ID as well as possible assistance with rent when Marshall found housing and employment. Marshall came into the Carlinville Job Center to search for jobs.
by Admin | Mar 13, 2023 | Individual Achievement Award: 2022
Elizabeth contacted the Jersey/Calhoun Employment and Training office in Jerseyville, Illinois in April 17 2020. She was employed as a CNA at Calhoun Nursing and Rehabilitation Center earning $13.00 per hour. In this position, Elizabeth was not able to fully support her family. She want to obtain her License Practical Nursing to increase her employment opportunities and income.
by Admin | Mar 13, 2023 | Individual Achievement Award: 2022
Sydney was 21 years of age, unemployed, single, pregnant, and receiving SNAP benefits when she came into the Robinson Workforce Center in July 2018 to inquire about the WIOA program for youth. She had heard about the WIOA program from her local college and was interested in classroom training.
