October 04

Michigan Works! offers tools for employers and job seekers as 12,000 Michiganders prepare to lose state welfare assistance
LANSING, Mich. — With the cutoff deadline for cash assistance enacted under recent welfare reform rapidly approaching, the Michigan Works! Association today offered job seekers in central mid-Michigan, including those who may soon be losing their benefits, a full complement … Continue reading →

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August 04

Michigan Works! Assists Agriculture!
Home Grown Industries (HGI, Inc.) – Elwell, MI   In business since 1990 as greenhouse and non-certified organic grower, Home Grown Industries entered the food processing market in 1995.   In 2009, federal regulations required certification, available through the Better Process … Continue reading →

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June 22

Never Give Up!!
As the designated Workforce Development Agency for Gratiot, Ionia, Isabella and Montcalm Counties, Central Area Michigan Works! Consortium (CAMWC) case managers have experienced the difficulties and frustrations right along with their clients.  Below is a testimonial from Dave Peters sent … Continue reading →

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May 13

Michigan Works! – Providing a Human Resource Department for Small Businesses
In my past career as a former Chamber Executive for 14 years, I missed the boat by not being aware of the extensive human resource assistance provided by our Michigan Works! Service Centers.   Why?  Because I should have been telling … Continue reading →

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February 04

Central Area Michigan Works Receives On the Job Training National Emergency Grant – Good for Employers AND Job Seekers!
 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) from Potential Employers about On-the-Job Training (OJT) How can OJT help my business? Your business will receive financial assistance for training new employees in the skills they need to perform their job effectively.  Specifically, we will … Continue reading →

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