United Way of Southeast Missouri launching new workforce development program
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The United Way of Southeast Missouri announced a new program focusing on workforce development, transportation and financial stability.
In a recent community survey, a lack of reliable transportation was listed by job seekers, employers and employees as a key obstacle to obtaining and maintaining steady employment.
Funding from Health Blue Missouri is helping the United Way of SEMO to launch the program.
It is designed to help entry-level employees overcome obstacles to employment and self-sufficiencey with three main goals.
- Provide transportation to new employees who do not have a reliable means of getting to and from work.
- Empower new employees with basic budgeting knowledge and the incentive to save a small portion of their earnings to provide for future transportation.
- Create relationships between entry-level workers and banking partners to assist with financial matters, including credit repair, micro loans and long-term financial needs.
