Regional Unemployment Rate Announced for October 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 18, 2022
Contact
Carrine Anaeto
Desk: 850-617-4554
Regional Unemployment Rate Announced for October 2022
Businesses in Gadsden, Leon & Wakulla Counties
Offering Paid Internships to Eligible Teens and Adults
GADSDEN, LEON, & WAKULLA COUNTY, FL– According to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, the regional unemployment rate for Gadsden, Leon, and Wakulla counties was 2.7 percent for October 2022. The region’s October 2022 unemployment rate was 0.8 percent lower than the region’s year ago rate of 3.5 percent and was equal the state’s rate of 2.7 percent. Wakulla County’s unemployment rate is the lowest in the Capital Region at 2.3 percent. Leon County followed at 2.7 percent. Gadsden County was at 3.3 percent. There were a total of 5,515 unemployed residents in the region.
The top six advertised occupations in the Capital Region in October 2022 were as follows:
- Registered Nurses
- Software Developers, Applications
- Managers, All Other
- Retail Salespersons
- Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products
- First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
Multiple employers throughout the region are offering paid internships for teens and adults (ages 16 and above), who are not in school, have low household income and are seeking a livable wage. These internships, offered through CareerSource Capital Region’s Talent & Training Solutions program, offer opportunities to learn new skills while earning a paycheck to those who live in Gadsden, Leon, or Wakulla counties. Previous experience is not required.
Several of the current opportunities include, but are not limited to:
- Front Office Medical Staff
- Autobody Technician
- Teacher Assistant
- Dry Stocker
- Office Assistant
- Radio Station Account Executive
In the capital area, a lack of education and work experience prevents many teens and adults from advancing in the job market. In this program, eligible individuals have the opportunity to explore alternative career paths and paid internships with a pay rate of $11-$17/hr.
“We understand that there is a common trend to pause the job search process during the holiday season,” said Anthony Herbert, Job Developer at CareerSource Capital Region. “Businesses are still posting job vacancies and are experiencing low application submissions. This is the perfect time to increase your wage and explore new opportunities through our Talent & Training program.”
Teens and young adults, ages 16-24, who interested in paid internships should apply here. Adults, ages 24+, who interested in paid internships should apply here. Or, interested individuals can call (850) 922-0023 or visit their nearest CareerSource career center for more information.
Eligibility requirements apply.
For more information about Capital Region’s Unemployment Report for OCTOBER 2022, click here.
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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.