Workforce Services Dislocated Workers
Hoosiers who have been laid off as the result of a plant closing or a substantial layoff or who are unlikely to return to their previous industry or occupation can be assisted through dislocated worker services. A selection of links for those providing employment and training services to dislocated workers in Indiana:
- All workers have access to core services through Indiana's WorkOne Centers. Core services include the following:
- Unemployment Insurance
- Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA)
- Job Search Assistance and Job Referral
- CS3 Computer Job Matching System
- Resume Assistance
- If you need more assistance to become employed, you may be eligible for one-on-one assistance, group career workshops, and other assistance such as:
- Skills Assessments
- Resume Writing Classes
- Career Planning
- Financial Management Workshops
- One-on-One Job Counseling
- Training Services may also be available to help you get a good job. If you qualify for help you will have access to a broad range of training services. Your WorkOne Center has a list of training programs, descriptions and costs.
- Occupational Skills Training
- On-the-Job Training
- Skills Improvement
- GED Preparation
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- Math and Reading Training
Some services for dislocated workers have eligibility requirements. Please check with your WorkOne Center for details.
You may be a dislocated worker if you have been permanently laid off, or you have received a notice of layoff from employment. Among those who this program might serve are:
- Dislocated Workers with the need to update their skills to find a good job.
- Those who have lost their jobs due to import competition or shift in production outside this country.
- Farmers who have lost their farm.
- Self-Employed Individuals who are unemployed as a result of economic conditions in area.
- Workers who have been dislocated by a mass layoff and/or closure.
The best place to start is with your local WorkOne Center. You can also call 1-877-US-2JOBS for additional information regarding services and access points in your State or local area.
Services may vary slightly from one center to another based on local needs.
- How do I find out the status of my unemployment check?
- How do I file for unemployment?
- Where can I find unemployment insurance information for employers?
- Do I need to post labor posters in the work place if I only have One (1) employee?
- What kind of resources are available for a job seeker?
- Where can I find more information about the Debit Card Program?
- Where can I find more information about the Major Opportunities program?
- Where can I find more information about SUTA Dumping?
