Assistance Available for Companies in Distress at CareerSource Capital Region
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 6, 2022
Contact
Carrine Anaeto
Desk: 850-617-4554
Assistance Available for Companies in Distress
at CareerSource Capital Region
Rapid Response Grant provides layoff prevention services to Businesses
in Gadsden, Leon & Wakulla Counties
Tallahassee, Fla. – Employers facing reductions in staff work hours or those contemplating closures or mass layoffs can receive no-cost, assistance through CareerSource Capital Region's Rapid Response grant. Early intervention is key.
Employers, large and small, in Gadsden, Leon and Wakulla counties can take advantage of precautionary measures to help distressed employers avoid layoffs and closures such as:
- short-term compensation assistance,
- on-the-job and incumbent worker training
- Information on state and federal funding available
In addition, CareerSource Capital Region can assist businesses with managing closures and assist affected workers with quickly finding other jobs and training opportunities.
“We encourage local businesses to be proactive and develop a strategy to reduce possibility and negative impacts of work slowdowns and layoffs,” said Reenee Williams, Rapid Response Coordinator at CareerSource Capital Region. “Early intervention is key. These solutions are confidential and at no-cost to both employers and employees. Take away the fear of the unknown and gain access to customized, user-friendly business resources and information for maintaining financial stability for your business while also helping transition affected workers into re-employment if necessary.”
Employers can expect:
- Information on Worker Adjustment & Retraining Notification and Trade Adjustment Assistance requirements
- Lower unemployment insurance costs
- Improvement in workers’ morale and productivity
- A reduction in the likelihood of work disruptions
- Improved public relations/good corporate image
- Less potential liability of a wrongful termination suit
- And much more...
No matter the size, employers facing financial challenges can connect with CareerSource Capital Region for available financial assistance and solutions to help them through tough times.
For more information about this grant, contact the CareerSource Capital Region Rapid Response Coordinator, Reenee Williams via email [email protected] or call (850) 617-4616.
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About CareerSource Capital Region
CareerSource Capital Region connects employers with qualified, skilled talent and Floridians with employment and career development opportunities to achieve economic prosperity in Gadsden, Leon and Wakulla counties. Solutions for career seekers include one-on-one career advising, interviewing and resume-writing assistance, employment workshops, and labor market information. Solutions for employers include recruitment assistance, skills assessments for applicants, customized training, and information on tax incentives. Employers and career seekers are matched through the Employ Florida system. Most solutions are provided at no cost. This initiative was supported by the U.S. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Agriculture as part of awards totaling $6,036,884 with 0% financed from non-governmental sources. Programs funded through CareerSource Capital Region are equal opportunity programs with auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Persons using TTY/TTD equipment use Florida Relay Service 711. A proud partner of the American Job Center network.