Job Seeker Services

Gamm, Inc. offers the following services to their customers:
Some services will be based on eligibility requirements.

Tuition Assistance - for advanced training at an approved vocational/technical institution for one to two years of education.

On-The-Job Training - hands on training for eligible applicants with an approved employer.

Work Experience - private or public work sites used to provide work skills to customers.

Assessment - Measures competency levels and occupational interests.

Basic Computer Training - self-directed instruction in all Learning Labs.

Resume Assistance - help in developing a professional resume.

Basic Employment Skills Training - classes in job seeking, job coping and job retention skills. Designed to help job seekers get and keep a job. Topics include: current job openings, where to find them, tips for creating and using a resume, job application do’s & don’ts and successful interviewing.

AEL/GED Adult Education & Literacy classes. (Please ask for additional information and schedules)

Career Decisions - helps you to make the right choice.

Referral Services - links to other human service providers in the fifteen county service area.

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Other Services Available

- Provide information on job openings
- Internet Registration on Missouri Career Source
- Internet access job search
- Access to State & Federal job opportunities and information
- Phone/copier/fax available for employment search
- Assistance with completing applications
- Information available on wage rates and employment levels
- Choices computer software program available in the resource area at the Career Center. Guides job seekers through a career exploration, relates interests, work experience, and skills to career and educational  options. Provides occupational, education, training and financial aid data links.
- Computers available to learn basic computer skills and improve typing skills with the use of software programs. (Please ask for availability & information)
- Information on area education programs

Individuals Seeking Education & Training

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Individuals Seeking Other Assistance Information or Referral is available on the following:

- TAA/NAFTA - Funds are available to workers who lose their jobs or whose work hours have been reduced as a result of increased imports. Workers may receive a variety of services including job training, job search and relocation allowances.
- Veterans Services - First priority referral to jobs and training opportunities for which they qualify.
- Vocational Rehabilitation - Assistance to individuals with physical, mental, and learning conditions with job placement, education and training.
- Experience Works - Job placement, on the job training. (Must be age 55 or older)
- Jobs Corps - Information on training & employment programs to those who qualify. (Between the ages of 16-24)
- Migrant & Seasonal Farm Worker - Classroom training & On-the-Job training. (Must have been employed in migrant or seasonal farm work in the past two years)
- Unemployment Insurance - All unemployment insurance claims in Missouri  are filed by telephone by contacting the Telephone Claims Center at 1-800-320-2519 or by Internet www.moclaim.com.
- Family Support Division - Food Stamp or TA Assistance

According to the Office of Social and Economic Data Analysis, the fastest growing industries and occupations for the Mortheast region in Missouri are:

 Post Secondary Vocational Training Programs
 Associates Degree Programs
 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurse  Registered Nurse
 Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate  Respiratory Therapy Technician
 Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanic  Radiologic Technologists and Technician
 Bus and Truck Diesel Mechanics and Specialist  Medical Equipment Repairer
 Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedic  Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technician
 Surgical Technologist  Computer Support Technician
 Computer, Automated Teller and Office Machine Repairer  Electrical and Electronic Repairers
 Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines  Medical Records and Health Information Technician
 Legal Secretary  Physical Therapist Assistant
Automotive Body Repair  Cardiovascular Technologists and Technician
   Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
 
 
 
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