25E - AGMT FOR WORKFORCE READINESS

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EXHIBIT C using job listings, social media, mini- recruitment fairs to ensure fast, quality matches between employers and job seekers. They will expand their efforts to identify additional employers who will hire or offer on -site training opportunities for the former incarcerated. The AWC Business Services team already meets on a regular basis. Justice involved friendly businesses will be added as a recurring agenda item to discuss and share employer names and job openings with the team working on this initiative. Beyond career services provided through the AWC, additional partnerships with Community Based Organizations (CBOs) within the Orange County area will be utilized. Specifically Chrysalis in partnership with the AWDB will be instrumental in serving this population. Chrysalis has introduced a model for workforce development to assist criminal justice -involved individuals' transition into permanent employment to accomplish the goal of self-sufficiency. Chrysalis has developed a social enterprise that provides transitional employment for those with severe barriers to employment, including individuals in the criminal justice system. As part of the proposed partnership, Chrysalis agrees to provide the following services to eligible participants: one-on-one case management focused on securing employment; job readiness classes; resume preparation; and interview skills training. The organization would like to offer supportive service resources related to participants' job search, including interview clothing, transportation assistance, computer lab access, and phone bank use. In addition, Chrysalis will provide transitional job opportunities for candidates within the program. D. Supportive Services Supportive services are based on individual needs assessment services necessary to enable an individual to overcome barriers to pursuit and development their career goals. Supportive services may include, but are not limited to, assistance with transportation, childcare and dependent care, housing assistance, clothing, medical and other services that are necessary to enable an individual to participate in the various activities under WIOA Supportive Services Policy. Supportive services will be instrumental to ensure the success and sustainability of the P2E program through a variety of methods. Before services are provided, AWC Case Management staff will meet with their respective clients and develop a resource plan. To best address their needs, case managers will utilize internal resources and/or connect the individual with both local and regional partners. Supportive services include, but are not limited to childcare, transportation, clothing, fees, and eyeglasses. Covering the cost of childcare would help ensure that individuals, both men and women, can enter in the workforce with flexible hours and increased availability in order to assist them in providing for their families. Furthermore, covering the costs of transportation is a counteractive measure against the barriers currently faced by the workforce. Potential methods include providing bus passes, gas cards, and reimbursements for metro cards in order to offset the costs of going to work. Beyond transportation, the costs for professional attire or uniform can also hinder the success of clients. For example, some individuals cannot afford to purchase mandated footwear necessary to work in construction, which prohibits them from working. AWC staff will work with agencies such as Working Wardrobes and connect clients with additional financial resources to cover the costs incurred by mandated attire and footwear. Supportive services can also include covering the costs for test and licensing fees so that individuals are able to work without incurring a prior cost. Finally, should the individual lack appropriate eyewear, support services can assist in procuring glasses for the client. 25E-103