Partners The goal of the SC Works Midlands system is to deliver a comprehensive range of employment, training, and related services in one location for our customers. To accomplish this objective, the SC Works system is comprised of a network of partners and service providers. Our partnerships allow us to provide seamless service integration and ensure convenience for our customers. Able South Carolina Able SC's programs and services provide education and tools to assist people with disabilities to reach their independent living goals by providing core services including advocacy, independent living skills training, peer support and information and referral. Jerri Davison 803-681-7715 jdavison@able-sc.org By referral Adult Education Adult education is a public program for all adults. They offer free to low-cost classes for adults 18 and older. Students can get a high school diploma, general education diploma (GED), learn about jobs, and learn to speak English. Click here to search for the nearest program or below to direct connect to Midlands programs. Fairfield Lexington One Lexington Two Lexington Three Lex/Rich Five Richland One Richland Two Carolina Community Actions CCA, Inc. administers the LIHEAP program which assists low-income families with home energy needs including weatherization of homes to reduce energy costs. Thelma Bellamy 803-635-3606 www.carolinacommunityactions.org Fairfield: By referral SC Dept. of Social Services SC DSS ensures the safety and health of children & adults who cannot protect themselves and assists those in need of food and temporary financial assistance while transitioning to employment. Columbia Office Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 5 pm Lexington Office Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5 pm Goodwill Industries Goodwill is a public, not-for-profit organization committed to helping people become independent through education and training leading to employment. Goodwill provides training certifications. Additionally, Goodwill Industries operates grant funded programs for justice involved individuals. scsep@goodwillsc.org www.goodwillsc.org/job-training/programs Job Corps Job Corps is a no-cost education & vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps young people ages 16-24 improve the quality of their lives through vocational and academic training. Kevin Deininger 864-608-3151 Deininger.Kevin@jobcorps.org By referral Midlands Technical College Midlands Technical College is a comprehensive, multi-campus, public, two year college serving the primary region of Richland, Lexington and Fairfield counties. Click here to review their available programs. Click here to learn about Financial Aid. Click Here to Learn about QuickJobs Training/ Certificates Midlands Tech - EOC Midlands Technical College - Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) provides counseling and information on college admissions to qualified individuals who want to begin or continue a college education. 803-822-3749 or 922-8038 http://www.midlandstech.edu/eoc/ By referral SC Commission for the Blind The SC Commission for the Blind is a state agency created to provide rehabilitation services, adjustment to blindness training, prevention of blindness, independent living services and various other services to blind and severely visually impaired citizens of SC. SC DEW The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) is responsible for paying unemployment insurance benefits, collecting unemployment taxes, helping people find jobs, matching businesses with qualified candidates, and collecting and disseminating state/federal employment statistics. Unemployment Insurance 1-866-831-1724 https://mybenefits.dew.sc.gov/ Veterans Resource Center 803-737-0683 Resource Center 803-737-4693 SC National Guard The Workforce Center Military Coordinator works with the other partner agencies in the career center to identify prospective applicants for service with the Army National Guard; develops and conducts educational classes that communicate ARNG education, training, and job-related benefits to interested applicants; assists all ARNG members returning from deployment with re-employment and assists any current ARNG member that is unemployed with finding full-time employment Shannon Banks 803-299-2911 shannon.banks2.ctr@mail.mil SC Vocational Rehab SC Voc Rehab serves people who want to work but are hindered from doing so by a physical or mental disability Tiffany Gary 803-898-8866 thunter-gary@scvrd.net Columbia: Mon, 9:00 am - 1 pm Tues - Fri, by appointment Monica Blair-Franklin 803-896-6333 mblair-franklin@scvrd.state.sc.us Lexington: Wed, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Tim Adams 803-635-5421 acave@scvrd.state.sc.us Fairfield: by referral Work Keys Assessments Work Ready assessments provide reliable, relevant information about workplace skill levels. The assessments measure cognitive abilities such as applied mathematics, workplace reading, and locating information. Brandon Buchanan Bbuchanan@midlandsworkforce.org 803-744-1680 Richland, Lexington, & Fairfield: Call for schedule WIOA (Adult & DW) The Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) is designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with the skilled workers they need to compete in the global economy Columbia: Mon - Fri, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 803-978-0139 Lexington: Mon - Fri, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 803-359-6131 Fairfield: Mon - Fri, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 803-815-0627 WIOA (Youth) The WIOA Youth program assists individuals ages 17 to 24 with obtaining employment and skills associated with seeking and obtaining employment. WIOA also provides Federally-funded training assistance to qualified enrollees, including GED training, certifications, and other job-skills training, to enhance their marketability in the workforce. Columbia: Mon - Fri, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 803-978-0139 Lexington: Mon - Fri, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 803-359-6131 Fairfield: Mon - Fri, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 803-815-0627 Midlands Educational Business Alliance (MEBA) Midlands Education and Business Alliance (MEBA) is a dynamic organization with an eye on the future. MEBA impacts the Midlands workforce by connecting educators with businesses to create programs that align curriculum with work skills needed today and tomorrow. Post Office Box 2408 Columbia, SC 29202 Phone: 803-732-5258 Click here to attend a Virtual Career Fair and learn more about available career paths.

On-Site Events Meet one-on-one with employers looking for new talent. SC Works Midlands regularly hosts employers in our centers for recruiting, interviewing, and hiring opportunities. We also promote off-site and virtual hiring events. Please check our calendar for employers, dates, times, and locations. * Hiring events are listed alphabetically by the employer, not necessarily in the order they will occur. Monday Tuesday EFS SC Works Midlands June 2 9 AM - 1 PM Job Order# 1567382 DFA (Sanitation)/Server (AM or PM shift) Job Order# 1567381 Cook II (AM or PM shift) Job Order# 1573832 Cashier Job Order# 1570343 Assistant Warrior Manager Also, Cook II & DFA/Server positions for Weekend (AM or PM shift) Ft Jackson will conduct a criminal background check Real ID is required and Pre-employment drug screen may be required RATPDev/The Comet SC Works Midlands June 16 10 AM- 1 PM CDL and non-CDL Drivers Job Order# 1567798 - Transit Driver Job Order# 1569918 - Transit Driver Must be age 21 and up with a HS Diploma or GED, able to pass a USDOT Physical including a criminal background check, a good driving record and reliable transportation. Please complete an application prior to the event. Summer Kickoff Job Fair Center for Advanced Technical Studies - 916 Mount Vernon Rd Chapin June 23 10 AM - 1 PM Scan the QR code on the flyer to see our participating employers USPS SC Works Lexington June 16 9 AM - Noon Job Order# 1570143- Assistant Rural Carrier Job Order# 1570144 - Rural Carrier Associate Wednesday Columbia Metropolitan Airport Airport Maintenance Shop - 3400 Air Commerce Dri June 17 8 AM- 4 PM Hiring for HVAC Technician (Airport Facilities), Fleet Mechanic, Grounds Maintenance Technician, & Terminal Support. Sevita Goodwill Industries - 111 HIghland Center Drive 29203 June 17 9 AM - Noon Hiring Caregivers No experience necessary but a driver's license with 12 months history is required. RATPDev/The Comet SC Works Lexington June 17 10 AM- 1 PM CDL and non-CDL Drivers Job Order# 1567798 - Transit Driver Job Order# 1569918 - Transit Driver Must be age 21 and up with a HS Diploma or GED, able to pass a USDOT Physical including a criminal background check, a good driving record and reliable transportation. Please complete an application prior to the event. Thursday Friday Saturday

Incumbent Worker Training, Training to upskill your workforce. IWT The Midlands Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) Program provides funding for training needed due to: Expansion, new technology, retooling, new services/product lines and new organizational structuring or as part of a layoff aversion strategy. IWT may also fund training in new businesses if those jobs are ineligible for assistance through ReadySC™. IWT is funded by the Federal Workforce Innovative & Opportunity Act (WIOA). Applications are open to all South Carolina businesses meeting the guidelines listed below (there will be a waiting period of 120 days for new or expanding businesses that displaced workers elsewhere in the United States). To qualify for consideration, training must be skills-based. Mandatory industry or safety training is not allowable. Businesses applying for funding must: Have at least one full-time employee Be current on all state tax obligations Be a private business or private non-profit organization (Training Entities, City, County, and State Governments are not eligible to receive IWT Funds ) For program requirements, guidelines, and application, please visit https://www.midlandsworkforce.org/iwt To learn more about how IWT can benefit your business, please contact: Brandon Buchanan BBuchanan@midlandsworkforce.org 803-744-1680 To be added to IWT Funding Notification Distribution List, please email bbuchanan@midlandsworkforce.org

Stevens Amendment In compliance with the Stevens Amendment: Funding details for award totals for program year 2023 (PY’23) are provided as follows and revised annually. Unless otherwise stipulated, all statements, news releases, requests for proposals, bid solicitations, visual presentations, and other applicable documents and programs are fully funded from federal sources. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Adult Program is supported by the U.S. Department of Labor as part of an award totaling $984,983 with $0 (0%) state, local, and/or non-governmental funds. The WIOA Dislocated Worker Program is supported by the U.S. Department of Labor as part of an award totaling $1,051,588 with $0 (0%) state, local, and/or non-governmental funds. The WIOA Youth Program is supported by the U.S. Department of Labor as part of an award totaling $1,115,919 with $0 (0%) state, local, and/or non-governmental funds.

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Workshops SC Works Midlands provides free workshops and learning opportunities in all 3 Centers. Topics include Job Searching Tips, Resume Preparation, Basic Computer Skills, and Careers Profile Sessions with leading local employers. New sessions and topics are added each month. Our monthly workshop calendar is available below, in PDF here for the Maycalendar or here for the June calendar..  Workshops are free to attend, but seats are limited. Please register to attend the SC Works Midlands Informational Session or scan the QR Code to the left. SC Works Midlands offers both Virtual and in-person workshops. In-person workshops and Virtual workshops are indicated on the attached calendar. Please scan the QR Code to the left to register. Click here at least 10 minutes prior to the workshop’s start time. Click Here

Job seekers SC Works Midlands provides services if you are unemployed, under-employed, or simply looking for a new career. What's your next step? Center Orientation Video Play Video Watch Now Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Close Employment Services SC Works Midlands partners with the SC Department of Employment & Workforce to provide job search, resume preparation, and career counseling assistance and more to all job seekers. For information on office hours and locations, please click here more information > WIOA The Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) helps job seekers access employment, training, and support services. It also matches employers with the skilled workers they need to compete. WIOA replaces and enhances the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) of 1998. more information > SC Works Online Services SCWOS is fueled by SC's largest workforce development database. If you are looking for a job, you’ll find a wealth of information - starting with thousands of positions listed by employers all over the state - to help in your job search. more information > On-the-Job Training On-the-Job Training, or OJT, is an employment and training strategy hybrid. That is, OJT is both employment and training. OJT assists WIOA candidates who have the skills for a new career, but lack practical hands-on experience by reimbursing an employer a part of their wage during the initial training period Unemployment Insurance Unemployment Insurance (UI) is a nationwide program created to financially help eligible workers, who are unemployed through no fault of their own, while they actively search for new work. It is administered by the SC Department of Employment & Workforce. Click below to find out more or file a claim. more information > Job Ready Assessments Job Ready assessment systems help employers select, hire, train, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce. Our assessments measure the real world skills and gives employers and job seekers a common metric or language. Click the links below for more information about these powerful workforce tools. WorkKeys® > WIN Learning > Workshops Workshops are a great opportunity to enhance your job search, gain new skills or learn about new career options. SC Works Midlands brings you dynamic presentations on a wide range of topics every month. Please visit our Workshops page for the current calendar of events. more information > On-site Hiring Events Join us for one of our on-site hiring events to meet one-on-one with employers looking for new talent. Every month, SC Works Midlands hosts employers in our centers for recruiting, interviewing and hiring opportunities. Please check our month calendar for employers, dates, times and locations. more information > Federal Bonding The Federal Bonding Program provides Fidelity Bonding insurance coverage for high-risk workers. This insurance policy protects businesses in case of loss of money or property due to worker dishonesty. If you are interested in applying for bonding, please contact by email at FederalBonding@dew.sc.gov more information > Midlands Employer Directory In addition to our comprehensive services, SC Works collaborates closely with employers who value the talents and potential of high school graduates. Many businesses in the Midlands region recognize the importance of hiring individuals with a strong work ethic, dedication, and a willingness to learn. Whether you're a recent high school graduate seeking your first job or an employer looking to tap into a pool of motivated talent, SC Works is here to help. CLICK HERE

SC Works Midlands Locations SC Works services are available online through www.scworks.org or in one of our three convenient locations. ADDRESS SC Works Lexington Center 671 Main Street West Columbia, SC 29170 Lexington County Call us 803-359-6131 711(TTY) Fax 803-356-5839 Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Saturday & Sunday Closed

WIOA WIOA Orientation To apply for the WIOA, you must first view the WIOA program orientation. Click here begin. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) focuses on meeting the needs of businesses for skilled workers and the training, education, and employment needs of individuals. Key components of the Act enable customers to easily access the information and services they need through the Workforce Center system; empower adults to obtain the training they find most appropriate through Individual Training Accounts (ITA), and ensure that all state and local programs meet customer expectations. The Workforce Center is designed to enhance services provided to businesses as well as job seekers. It does this through our partnerships with various employers as well as a variety of social agencies. The overall goal of the Midlands Workforce System is to meet all the employment needs within the Midlands area. There are Workforce Centers located throughout South Carolina and around the country. This website, and the information it contains is specific for the Workforce Centers located in the Midlands of South Carolina (Richland, Lexington, and Fairfield counties). WIOA Eligibility WIOA is federally funded and based on eligibility guidelines. To see if you're eligible, please visit your local SC Works Center: Please bring the following when visiting an SC Works Center: 1) Social Security Card (must have the CARD). 2) Photo Identification (like a Driver's License) with CORRECT address. 3) Paycheck Stub or other verification of income (if you've worked in the past 6 months). Please be aware that you will not likely be eligible for all the program's services if you are in default of a Student Loan, or if you are not registered with US Selective Services (if you are male and over the age of 18). WIOA provides intensive job search assistance. It is designed to help individuals from all walks of life re-enter the workforce. Case Managers work with you in your work search. You will develop an Employment Plan with your Case Manager, and must remain in contact with him/her throughout your enrollment in WIOA and beyond. Personal commitment is necessary to benefit from this program. Depending on availability and appropriateness, training may be provided if you are unable to find work with your current skills. The first mandate, however, is to help customers search for work in a field where they already have training or experience. Due to growing interest and demand, not all those who are eligible under federal guidelines will be enrolled into the program. An initial assessment will be done to determine the appropriateness of enrolling each person, based on their individual needs and current resources.

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COVID-19 - Coronavirus Information & Resources The SC Works Midlands Systems is committed to providing information and resources to job seekers, business and the entire community impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19). Unemployment Information regarding unemployment benefits for workers and businesses may be found at the SC Dept. of Employment & Workforce (SC DEW) web site. Unemployment Benefits You may also call: 1-866-831-1724 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays for assistance Information SC Employment & Workforce Statewide SC Works Centers - services & closure information South Carolina Dept. of Environmental Control - SC coronavirus updates SC Gov. McMaster's press conferences & SC Emergency Management Midlands Area free internet/WiFi locations Business Resources SC Dept. of Commerce Business Resource Center Information for business regarding financial assistance, insurance, tax, etc.