Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) Project
The WIOA Project seeks to increase skill and employment attainment through training and comprehensive case management, and is open to all career pathways and educational programs.
Our comprehensive case management braids together career, education, and support services with the goal of completing training and gaining employment.
The WIOA Project provides 35% of the Native Workforce Services Program funding.
WIOA Project Goals
- To improve the academic, occupational, and literacy skills of individuals to make them more competitive in the workforce and to gain sustainable careers.
- Aid eligible participants with career, training, education, and supportive services to alleviate barriers to employment.
- Deliver program services that reduce the duration of unemployment and increase income for Native job seekers.
- Improve education outcomes for the Native community.
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WIOA Project Eligibility
- A resident of King, Snohomish, or Pierce County
- Over 18 years of age
- Enrolled member or descendent of a federally recognized tribe (Native American, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiian)
- Unemployed or underemployed
- Registered with Selective Service, if male.
- Meet 200% of U.S. Department of Labor income guidelines
Eligibility Documents Requested at Intake
- Tribal Enrollment Letter or ID
- Address verification (utility bill or other mail)
- Photo identification or driver’s license
- Social Security Card
- Birth Certificate
- Income verification (check stub, payroll history, or other source of income received)
- Public assistance award letter: DSHS, unemployment or TANF