EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SERVICES
ACRS’s Employment and Job Training program receives support and funding from a US Department of Labor grant. Read more about this USDOL grant funding at seakingwdc.org/investment-guide.
Support for Job-Seekers
- New job-seeker orientation, every Tuesday at 2 p.m. at ACRS
- Employment case management
- Job club (weekly)
- Job readiness training (four afternoon classes, every other week)
- Basic Computer class (quarterly throughout the year)
- Vocational ESL (customized training for specific fields, like hospitality)
- Ready to Work ESL (levels 1-3) + digital literacy
Services Include:
- Career planning
- Guidance for laid-off workers
- Job leads
- Job search assistance and placement
- Coaching to adjust to and keep a new job
- Skills training through local colleges
Partnering with Employers
ACRS works with many area employers to recruit reliable workers and design custom workplace training programs. Employers may send job postings to employmentprogram@acrs.org.
Employers interested in starting work site training programs can call (206) 695-7566.
Services Include:
- Pre-screening of qualified candidates
- Job postings
- Assistance with new hire orientations
- Customized job skills trainings
- On-the-job trainings
- Job coaching
- Consultation for lay-offs
For more information, please contact:
Yong Lim
yonglim@acrs.org
(206) 695-7590
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, political beliefs, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 ( TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
