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Labor department outlines job‑center supports, employer outreach and in‑facility job fairs
Summary
The Vermont Department of Labor described job‑center case management, Vermont JobLink, employer engagement tools including bonding and a pilot in‑facility job fair; regional managers said workshops and on‑site resume work aim to connect people before release.
Department of Labor officials told a joint hearing that workforce services are integral to supporting people as they exit incarceration and reenter communities. Shea Ramsey, director of workforce development, said the department focuses on four goals: preparation for work, early access to career guidance, building training pathways (including apprenticeships), and strengthening employment outcomes to reduce recidivism.
Cindy Robler, assistant director, explained that Vermont JobLink…
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