Rapid Response (PY25)
Labor
About This Grant
A) Layoff aversion by introducing the Shared Work Program to downsizing businesses regardless if a New York State WARN (Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification) is filed or not. B) Should layoffs not be avoided, initiate intensive job placement assistance for affected workers (private or public sector) attached to a downsizing or closure. Job focused training opportunities, e.g., Dislocated Worker funding, Trade Adjustment Assistance, are also considered when relevant to the customerƒ??s reemployment plan. Related onsite service is emphasized before layoffs occur.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- Rapid Response is a service that we offer to businesses and employees affected by cutbacks and site closings. We provide early job placement assistance and other service resources. Employees will receive timely job placement assistance, including: ? Job Referral ? Customized Job Fair ? Use of Jobs Express ? Search here: labor.ny.gov/jobs/regional.shtm for current openings in New York?s 10 regional economies based on growth industries Job Openings are updated daily ? Career Development ? Resume Preparation ? Job Market Information ? Training Options ? Use of JobZone ? Search here: www.nyjobzone.org for career exploration assessments to identify interests and work values. It also suggests jobs that match interests, offers a resume builder and provides a local job fair schedule
How to Apply
Up to $22.9M
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