What's Happening in Champaign County, Ohio?

TechCred Round Four: Apply Now!

6/3/2020

Round four of Ohio's TechCred Program is open now - deadline to apply June 30!

Clark State is ready to assist with applications for the fourth round of TechCred funding. Clark State has identified more than 60 online programs eligible for the TechCred program, as well as, available hands-on instruction and training in manufacturing and information technology, implemented following physical distancing and all safety protocols as indicated by the state.

New for this round of funding, employers can apply for TechCred funding for specific credentials, without specifying employee name on the initial application. This allows companies to apply and receive funding that can be used for new hires and their future pipeline. With this change, companies can confidently hire individuals who may have been displaced due to COVID-19 and know that they can get the credentialing and training they need in a convenient, timely and affordable fashion.

To see the full list of credentials, please visit https://techcred.ohio.gov/.

Does your workforce need a different credential or training?
Work with them to submit an application customized to fit your needs for TechCred funding review. Employers can request a credential be added to the eligible list.

Champaign County hiring today!

4/7/2020

Ohio Lt. Gov. Husted reported that more than 29,000 jobs had been posted on the new website to match essential businesses with Ohioans seeking work: https://jobsearch.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/jobsearch/

Many Champaign County businesses are hiring at this time, and a few are already listed on this new website. Just search your ZIP code at the link above to see job openings in our area.

And remember, for all things related to CHAMPAIGN COUNTY JOBS, visit our JOBS tab above or go to www.ChampaignWorks.com/jobs.

Local university celebrates developmental disability awareness month

3/4/2020

Urbana University and Champaign County Board of Developmental Disabilities have partnered to celebrate Developmental Disability Awareness Month.

Join them March 25th from 6:30PM - 7:30PM in the Sara Landess Room.

At this event you will have the opportunity to hear from local individuals with disabilities, how some overcome barriers and learn about employment opportunities.

There will be light refreshments and a raffle.

For more information contact Lisa Onuorah at 937-772-9345 or lisa.onuorah@urbana.edu.

B.U.I.L.D. Leadership program

2/11/2020

Would developing your assumed skills help you be a better leader? You know, the skills are the ones people "assume" you have but never do a good job developing. Skills like your ability to handle yourself in different situations, maintain accountability, truly delegate, or engage and lead a multi generational workforce, just to name a few. What would be the impact if you elevate your level of performance in one or more of these areas? Whether you are currently a leader or aspire to be one in the future, what would the impact be?

Now, what if we removed barriers to attending? Barriers like not being able to take day(s) away from work due to your workload, your prior training had too much "fluff" and not enough content, or business budget limitations were already addressed.

Would you be interested?

Building Up Individual Leadership Discipline program, or B.U.I.L.D. is designed to focus on you and your leadership discipline.

To learn more, contact Scott Brown at 937-826-0162 to learn more.

It has already been long enough. It is time for us to B.U.I.L.D.

UU hosts Career prep workshop series

1/31/2020

You're invited to the Career Preparation Workshop Series that Urbana University is hosting leading up to the March 24 Career Fair.

These workshops are open to all community members including high school students! For more information, please contact careerconnections@urbana.edu.