The goal of Region 1 Workforce Development Board is to provide and maintain value-added workforce development and training services to best meet the needs of business and industry. The Workforce West Virginia partners will collaborate to provide excellent customer service and ensure that workforce or training needs of both large and small businesses in Region 1 are addressed in an efficient and effective manner.
Please contact us at 304.253.3611 for additional information or assistance.
Workforce Support
Your local WORKFORCE West Virginia Career Center can assist you with screening applicants for minimum qualifications and make appropriate referrals. Interview space is available at your local WORKFORCE West Virginia Career Center including all the amenities of a business center. To learn more about employee recruitment, tax credits, and free federal bonding, call or visit your local WorkForce West Virginia Center.
On-The-Job-Training
An opportunity to train employees your way. Reimbursement is made to eligible businesses for a portion of wages during training. Click here to learn more.
Governor’s Guaranteed Workforce Program
This flexible, customized training program under the West Virginia Development Office, offers assistance to eligible companies and businesses by providing funding that directly supports the transfer of knowledge and skills. Visit their website and click on Business Assistance.
Incumbent Worker Training
Incumbent Worker Training is a cost sharing program for employers with employee training needs. It is designed to meet the specific requirements of an employer to retain a skilled workforce, increase the competitiveness and skills of workers so they can be promoted within the company, or avert the need to lay off employees by assisting the workers in obtaining the skills necessary to retain employment. Click here for fact sheet.
Transitional Jobs
Transitional Jobs is a time-limited work-based experience program to aid those with barriers to employment in getting back into the workforce, improving employability skills, gaining references, and building a work history for their resume. Click here for fact sheet.
Business Downsizing
Rapid response services provide out-placement services to assist companies facing right-sizing or closure. Layoff Aversion assists businesses to avert a layoff situation by partnering with agencies to works towards solutions to retain current employees.
Questions – Not sure who to contact?
We will help you locate the right resources for your business. Contact Region 1 Business Services at 304-253-3611 or adawson@r1workforcewv.org.
If your company is facing the unfortunate situation of a layoff, downsizing, or closing, the Rapid Response program can assist. We offer wide-range programming to safeguard that employees have the information and services to endure the dislocation period and secure new employment. Employers can utilize Rapid Response services to offer professional assistance to their employees.
For additional information on this program, please contact the Region 1 office at 304-253-3611.
Job Seekers
Workforce advisors at our WORKFORCE West Virginia Career Centers are here to assist you in choosing your career path. Resources such as labor market information, training providers, apprenticeship programs and financial aid information are available.
Scholarships & Grants
If you are interested in the pursuit of higher education, but not quite sure where to start in securing financial aid, a visit to the WORKFORCE West Virginia Career Centers is a good place to start. In addition to the many reference materials available in the Career Centers, we have experienced personnel to help guide you in the right direction.
What’s available for me and how do I become eligible?
Career Planners have the tools necessary to determine potential eligibility for the following funding sources: PELL Grants, Scholarships, Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA), Trade Act Assistance (TAA) or other alternative funding.
Individual Training Accounts (WIOA Scholarships) are available through an application process for individuals who may qualify. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act -ITA Program offers: up to $5,000 for tuition, books, fees, uniforms, etc.; up to 30 months of training depending on choice of training program, and; possible $50.00- $100.00 stipend per week paid directly to participant.
For additional information on this program, please contact the Region 1 office at 304-253-3611.
The Connections Program is designed to assist participants from the ages of 16-24 reach their fullest potential! We offer mentoring, workshops on how to be successful in the workplace as well as the classroom, exposure to cultural events, and paid work experiences! We work very closely with the Adult Education Center as well as several other partners to help ensure that our participants are ready for the workforce. Contact 304.253.5500 for more information!