WorkSource Atlanta Regional
MISSION
WorkSource Atlanta Regional, which is managed by ARC’s Workforce Solutions division, provides a range of services for individuals seeking employment, training and education services. WorkSource Atlanta Regional staff also provide a range of services for businesses seeking a skilled workforce, including training and skills development for new and existing employees, assistance with employee recruitment and data tools that provide insight into labor market trends.
POPULATIONS SERVED
Adult Population
- Dislocated Workers
- Homeless
- Immigrants
- Individuals with a criminal record (not previously incarcerated)
- Individuals with disabilities
- Individuals without a high school diploma or GED
- Low-income individuals
- Mature workers (over 55 years old)
- Military veterans
- Public housing residents
- Refugees
- Returning citizens (previously incarcerated)
- Unemployed individuals
- Welfare recipients required to enter the workforce
Youth Population
- Basic skills deficient
- Below grade level
- Disabled, including learning disabilities
- Homeless or runaway
- Juvenile offender
- Needs assistance to gain employment
- Pregnant or parenting
- School dropout
Languages Supported
- English
Geography
- Cherokee County
- Clayton County
- Douglas County
- Fayette County
- Gwinnett County
- Henry County
- Rockdale County
SERVICES PROVIDED
Job Search & Placement
- Employment readiness counseling
- Internships and co-ops
- Job search coaching
- On the job training
- Placing participants in apprenticeships
- Placing participants in private sector jobs
- Pre-placement assessment
- Referrals to training or training broker
- Resume development
- Sponsoring job clubs or peer-to-peer networks
Post-employment Services
- Career counseling
- Career development services
- Post-placement follow-up
Supportive Services
- Case management
OCCUPATIONS SUPPORTED
Occupations
- Management Occupations
- Health Practitioner Support Technologists and Technicians
- Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
- Production Occupations
- Transportation and Material Moving Occupations