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Orchard View Workforce Development
Service Center








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We are one of six Michigan Works! Workforce Development Service Centers in
the Muskegon/Oceana County area which provides employment services to the
public. We also manage a variety of government funded programs which offers
additional employment and training opportunities to qualified individuals.
Eligibility varies from program to program and from person to person. The best
way to determine eligibility is to contact one of our services centers.
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Labor Exchange:
Our center is equipped with computers for Internet job search
and resume development using
Michigan’s Talent Bank.
Our friendly staff is available to assist individuals who are not familiar
with computers. This service is available to anyone in the community. There
are no eligibility requirements for participation. For some other job
searching sites Click Here.
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Resource Room: Michigan Works! Service Centers provide a variety of
resource materials to assist you in finding a good job. Employability skills
training manuals and videos provide solid advice on topics such as
interviewing, networking and resume development. Labor Market statistics,
occupational information, training providers and community service information
are also available.
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Educational Services: Do you need to refresh your math or reading
skills? Perhaps you are in need of a high school diploma, GED or English as a
second language. Our service center provides these Adult Education services
Monday through Thursday from 12:30 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. Information on vocational
training is also available.
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On-The-Job Training: This program assists eligible participants
with employment and training opportunities by developing training contracts
with local employers. Participants benefit by learning new skills while
they work. Employers benefit by being reimbursed up to 50% of the
trainee's wage during an approved training time. on-The-Job Training can be
developed for people at all skill levels-from entry-level positions to
professionals- as long as there is legitimate training involved. |
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Veteran's Assistance: Our Veteran's Employment Specialist is
on-site to provide additional services to veterans. |
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Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling:
If you have a physical,
emotional or learning disability that is affecting your ability to work, our
service center has rehabilitation counselors on-site, Monday through Friday,
to assist you. |
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Older Worker Services:
Information is available regarding special employment and training programs
and services for senior citizens. |
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Substance Abuse Counseling:
Are you or a member of your family having difficulty getting a job because of
a substance abuse problem? Come and join our comfortable counseling
group every Thursday from 11:55 a.m. to 12:55 p.m. |
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Vocational Classes: We
now have vocational classes located in our building. We offer computer
classes, vocational classes, and medical office classes. For more information
you can go to www.Orchardviewonline.com
or call 231-760-1960. |
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