The Chicago Jobs Council is an organization that works with its members to ensure access to employment and career advancement opportunities for people in poverty. Through advocacy, applied research, capacity-building, and public education, CJC aims to influence the development or reform of public policies and programs that guide and support welfare-to-work, workforce development, economic development and other initiatives that lead to jobs. We carry out our mission through a “working group process”: in monthly meetings, members identify and refine the issues where action is needed and likely to produce beneficial results for our constituents. Members and staff then analyze the issues, determine strategies, and carry out plans cooperatively, often engaging other coalitions and partners.

Past Working Group materials posted at: http://cjc.net/resources/working‐group/. For more information please contact Crispina Ojeda Simmons at crispina@cjc.net or Dan Lyonsmith at Dan@cjc.net.

Chicago Jobs Council 29 E. Madison St., Suite 1700 | Chicago, IL 60602‐4415 | p. 312.252.0460 | f. 312.252.0099

|www.cjc.net

Workforce Development Group Meeting February 12, 2013

Steering Committee Members:

Wendy Pollack Bernie Ryan Sargent Shriver National Center on Poverty Law Harborquest 312‐368‐3303 312‐546‐5551 wendypollack@povertylaw.org bryan@harborquest.com

Agenda

I. Welcome and Introductions II. The Plan 2.0: A Home for Everyone

Nicole Amling, Director of Public Policy, the Chicago Alliance to End Homelessness

III. Allied Health Care Career Network (AHCCN) Cindy Larson, AHCCN Director

IV. Working Group Participant Spotlight: Employment and Employer Services, Larry Fitzpatrick, President and CEO

V. Announcements

Presented by:

Nicole Amling, Chicago Alliance

February 12 2013February 12, 2013

On any given night, 6,500 people experience homelessness in 

Chicago.  

23% of Chicagoans live below the poverty line.

Of the 8.6% of Chicagoans who are unemployed, up to 40%may 

have been unemployed for six months or more.  

There is a shortage of 180,000 affordable rental units in Cook 

County.  

A person would have to earn $18.42 an hour to afford a two‐

bedroom apartment.p

We were entering the tenth year of the original Plan and M R h E l k d t d l th PlMayor Rahm Emanuel asked us to redevelop the Plan.

Loyola University Chicago and the University of Chicago released the results of the Plan evaluation.  ◦ 38% of interviewees reported a lost job or lost income as their primary reason for becoming homelessprimary reason for becoming homeless.

Recent federal legislation and initiatives encouraged new strategies and best practices.◦ HUD established a new performance measure requiring housing programs to help people find jobs and grow their income.programs to help people find jobs and grow their income.    

Plan 2.0 is a broad‐ranging, seven‐year action plan that reaffirms and builds on the strategies outlined in the original 2003 Plan:1 Homeless Prevention1. Homeless Prevention

2. Housing First

3. Wraparound Services

Over 500 stakeholders participated in the planning process including 150 people who have experiencedprocess, including 150 people who have experienced themselves.  

1. The Crisis Response System

2. Access to Stable and Affordable         

Housing

3. Youth Homelessness

4. Employment

5. Advocacy and Civic Engagement

6 Cross‐Systems Integration6. Cross Systems Integration

7. Capacity Building

THE CRISIS RESPONSE SYSTEMTY

 1

GOALORIT

GOAL

PRIO

CREATE AN EFFECTIVE CRISIS RESPONSE SYSTEM

THAT PREVENTS HOMELESSNESS WHENEVERGIC 

POSSIBLE AND RAPIDLY RETURNS PEOPLE WHO

EXPERIENCE HOMELESSNESS TO STABLERATEG

HOUSING. 

STR

ACCESS TO STABLE AND

AFFORDABLE HOUSINGTY

 2ORIT

GOAL

PRIO

CREATE AND MAINTAIN STABLE ANDGIC 

AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR HOUSEHOLDS WHO

ARE EXPERIENCING OR AT RISK OFRATEG

HOMELESSNESS.STR

YOUTH HOMELESSNESSTY

 3

GOALORIT

CPRIO

CREATE A COMPREHENSIVE, DEVELOPMENTALLY

APPROPRIATE MENU OF SERVICES FOR YOUTHGIC 

WHO EXPERIENCE HOMELESSNESS IN ORDER TO

PREVENT HOMELESS YOUTH FROM BECOMING

RATEG

THE NEXT GENERATION OF HOMELESS ADULTS.

STR

EMPLOYMENTTY

 4ORIT

GOAL

PRIO

INCREASE MEANINGFUL AND SUSTAINABLEGIC 

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE

EXPERIENCING OR MOST AT RISK OFRATEG

EXPERIENCING OR MOST AT RISK OF

HOMELESSNESS.STR

ADVOCACY AND CIVICEENGAGEMENT

TY 5

ORIT

GOALPRIO

GOAL

GIC 

ENGAGE ALL OF CHICAGO IN A ROBUST PLAN

THAT CREATES A PATH TO SECURING A HOMERATEG

FOR EVERYONE IN OUR COMMUNITY.

STR

CROSS‐SYSTEMS INTEGRATIONTY

 6ORIT

GOALPRIO

GOAL

GIC 

WORK ACROSS PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SYSTEMS

OF CARE TO ENSURE ENDING HOMELESSNESS ISRATEG

OF CARE TO ENSURE ENDING HOMELESSNESS IS

A SHARED PRIORITY.STR

CAPACITY BUILDINGTY

 7ORIT

GOAL

PRIO

ENSURE A STRONG HOMELESS ASSISTANCEGIC 

SYSTEM CAPABLE OF IMPLEMENTING PLAN 2.0 GOALS AND HEARTH ACT PERFORMANCERA

TEG

GOALS AND HEARTH ACT PERFORMANCE

STANDARDS.STR

Only 12% of participants are employed at exit from the 

homeless assistance systemhomeless assistance system.  

Mayor Emanuel pledged an additional $500,000 to expand 

workforce services for people experiencing homelessnessworkforce services for people experiencing homelessness.  

◦ Current employment contracts within 3 DFSS Service Centers will 

transition their services to target homeless households. g

◦ DFSS has also increased contracts of existing providers specializing in employment services for people experiencing 

homelessness. 

◦ These additional resources will help an additional 225 people exit h l i h l ihomelessness with employment income.  

1. Establish Employment Task Force.

Assess most effective strategies for increasing employment2. Assess most effective strategies for increasing employment 

and common barriers to workforce services.

C hi b kf d h i3. Create partnerships between workforce and housing 

programs.

4. Work with Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership to 

coordinate and target federal resources.

5. Expand financial literacy and credit‐ and asset‐building.

6. Advocate for increased employment resources.  

Familiarize yourself with Plan 2.0.  Download your 

copy at www.thechicagoalliance.org.

Thi k b h Pl 2 0 ld fThink about what Plan 2.0 could mean for your 

work.

Help us share Plan 2.0 with the broader community.  

Join specialized committees and projects working 

on Plan 2.0 priorities.  p

Allied Health Care Career Network

Association House of Chicago Chicago Commons Association

Erie Neighborhood House Greater Humboldt Park Community of Wellness

National Latino Education Institute

MISSION

a collaboration of community-based

organizations committed to ensuring

that adults achieve living wage

positions in the allied health care field

offering a seamless

and efficient career pathway, comprised of education, training, and employment services

leveraging and building community resources

partnering with employers, community colleges, and other stakeholders

influencing the workforce development system

AHCCN Career Pathway Steps

4. Employment ◦ Example: Medical Assistant $28,860 annual salary

3. Advanced Skills Training Example: Medical Assistant, 10 months training

2. Bridge – 6-12 reading level

Contextualized Academic Preparation

Career Exploration

Transitional Support

1. Pre Bridge ESL, Adult Basic Education, GED

Community and Diversity

Commitment to a community-based

model of collaboration and

empowerment

Why

Health Care?

Job Growth

Jobs Available for ALL Education and

Experience Levels

Competitive Earning Potential with a

Career Pathway

27 %

increase in

demand for

allied

health

Employment Advisory Council 1. Hiring Needs and Trends

2. Curriculum: Contextualization and

Career Exploration

3. Job Placement

Health Care Bridge Class

Humboldt Park

West Town

Little Village

14 to20 weeks classes

Offered in day and evening

Core Curriculum

Contextualized reading, math and writing skills

Medical terminology and anatomy

Soft skills

Computer skills

Study skills

Career Exploration

Self confidence

Erie Healthcare Bridge

Medical Terminology

CPR Certification

Electronic

Health Records Intro

Prepare for and take COMPASS test

Health Care Bridge Resources Tutoring

Computer classes

Child care assistance

Job search skills training

Support service referrals

Health Care Bridge Resources

Financial aid for training WIA—Workforce Investment Act

FAFSA

Transition to Post Secondary

Education

National Latino

Education

Institute

Medical Office

Specialist

Bilingual Medical

Assistant

Phlebotomy

Electronic Health

Records

Humboldt Park

Vocational Education Center

Medical Assistant

Practical Nurse

Nurse Assistant

Partnership: COMPASS preparation

Bio 120: Credit

Transitions Support

Malcolm X: EMT Paramedic

Vasquez: Pharmacy Tech

Truman: Registered Nurse

Washington: Addition Studies

Wright: Dental Assistant

.

AFTER TRAINING: EMPLOYMENT

Volunteer Opportunities

Job Search Training

Job Placement

Retention Follow up

Pathway

Examples

1. Prepared for and passed GED exam

2. Referred to Bridge to prepare for COMPASS test for Medical Assistant training

1. Co-enrolled in Phlebotomy Training while in Bridge to prepare for Medical Assistant

1. Completed Bridge

2. Secured Job as Dietary Aide in Nursing Home

3. Goal to return to school for License Practical Nurse

1. Completed Bridge

2. Completed Medical Assistant Training

3. Employed as Medical Assistant, Illinois Cancer Specialists

4. Earns $16/hour

Health Care Career

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

Eligibility to Work

Background check

Where Do I Enter the

Healthcare Pathway?

Factors:

Reading and Math Skills

6th grade reading level required for bridge

High School Diploma or GED

Schedule and Location

Career Goals

Readiness for School

Pilot Collaboration

Participant Transition 1. Email Info for Healthcare Career Advisement form

2. Participant tests for reading level, reviews options

3. Participant attends orientation

to enroll

4. AHCCN follow up with

referring organization

Pilot Collaboration:

Co-Sponsor Workshop 1. Presentation on Health Care Careers

2. Information on Training, Financial Aid

3. Reading level assessment

4. Set up appointment for

orientation and enrollment

AHCCN follow up with

co-sponsoring organization after

class begins

Cindy Larson (for pilot collaboration) 773-435-0898

clarson@associationhouse.org

Edgar Ramirez 773-826-3793

ramireze@chicagocommons.org

Jose Luis Mosqueda 312-432-2289

jmosqueda@eriehouse.org

Health Care Career Path

SKILLED JOBS &

EARNINGS (onetonline.org)

TRAINING AND EDUCATION (Illinoisworknet.com)

PREPARATION LEVELS

Day,afternoon,

or evening

classes

14 – 20 hours

a week

For information on preparation classes for health care careers, contact the Allied Health Care Career Network,

call 773-435-0898 or email clarson@associationhouse.org

BASIC 1.0-5.9

INTERMEDIATE

6.0-8.9

ADVANCED

9.0-12.9

HS Diploma or GED required to qualify for training

2-3 months

school

3-12 months

school

1-2 years

school

2-4 years

school

Certified Nurse

Assistant

$24,190

Medical Assistant

$28,860

Medical Office

$31,060

Pharmacy Tech

$28,940

Practical Nurse

$41,150

Respiratory

Therapist $55,250

Registered Nurse

$64,690

Lab Technologist

$57,250

AHCCN’s mission is to ensure that adults achieve living wage positions in the allied healthcare field by:

offering a seamless and efficient career pathway comprised of education, training and employment services

partnering with employers, community colleges and other stakeholders

influencing the workforce development system

leveraging and building community resources

Pre-bridge and Bridge Programs Advanced Skills Training

Association House 1116 N. Kedzie Ave 773-772-7170 ext. 3517

Pre-bridge

Morning and afternoon classes

National Latino Education Institute 2011 Pershing Road 773-247-0707

Medical Office Specialist

Bilingual Medical Assistant

Electronic Medical Records

Phlebotomy

Job Placement

Chicago Commons 3441 W. Chicago Ave. 773-826-0739 ext.23

Pre-bridge and Bridge

Morning and afternoon classes

Humboldt Park Vocational Education Center, branch of Wright College 1645 N. California Ave. 773-489-8989

Nurse Assistant

Practical Nurse

Pharmacy Tech

Medical Assistant

Erie Neighborhood House 4225 W. 25th St. (Little Village) 773-542-7617 1347 Erie (West Town) 312-666-3430

Bridge

Includes Medical Terminology and CPR training and certification

Morning and evening classes

Allied Health Care Career Network (AHCCN) Members Association House of Chicago

Chicago Commons Association Erie Neighborhood House

Greater Humboldt Park Community of Wellness National Latino Education Institute

Employment & Employer Services

Larry Fitzpatrick, President & CEO

February 12, 2013

E&ES’ Mission

E&ES believes that quality employment is the foundation of human dignity, economic stability, and community self-sufficiency.

With strong support from our government partners, we implement our mission to match job seekers with quality employers, so Chicagoland remains a great place to live and work.

E&ES Overview

• Established in 1982

– 75,500+ job placements

– Worked with 3,000+ local employers

• 17 locations in Chicagoland

– WIA Illinois workNet Centers

– CHA FamilyWorks

– DFSS Chicago Community Service Centers

E&ES Overview

• 200+ employees

• Staff live in and represent the communities we serve

• Variety of skill sets: Career Counselors, LCSWs, Business Services Representatives

E&ES Programming – Workforce Development

• WIA-funded Illinois workNet Centers

– Operate 4 locations:

• Mid-South • Oak Forest

• Southwest at Daley College • Maywood/Melrose Park

– 891 Low Income & Youth customer placements in 2012

– 757 Dislocated Worker customer placements in 2012

E&ES Programming – Workforce Development

• Community Service Block Grant-funded Programs

– 3 locations in Chicago:

• Trina Davila • Englewood • South Chicago

– Services for hard-to-serve populations

– 152 job placements in 2012

– In 2013, services targeted to homeless/at-risk of

homelessness

E&ES Programming – Human Services

• Chicago Housing Authority

– Serve 4,000+ CHA families

– Case management and resident services at 8 locations in Chicago

• Bridgeport • Broadway • Dearborn • Irving Park

• Lawndale • Milwaukee • Roosevelt • Wentworth

– Transitional Jobs programming for CHA residents

– Summer Youth programming

– 1,183 CHA resident unsubsidized customer job

placements in 2012

Approach to Work

• E&ES’ model is nimble

– Offer funders flexibility in delivery and locations

• Dynamic time for the delivery of programming

• Funding limitations and tight budgets

• Focus on high quality services throughout

Chicagoland

Return on Investment

• We strive to be a careful steward of public funds

• Committed to offering strong ROI to funders

In 2012, for every $1 invested in E&ES, we provided $2.10

in tax savings, a 210% return on investment.

Job placements increased by 17% from 2011 to 2012

Supply- & Demand-Side Services

• Committed to serving area employers as well as job seekers

• Established network of 3,000+ area employers

• On-the-Job Training – great tool for employers & customers:

On-the-Job Training (OJT) Snapshot

• OJT Placements in 2012: 240 (500 since 2009)

• Positive WIA OJT Exits in 2012: 92%

• Average Wage of OJT Hire: $13.70/hr

• OJT Hire Hours Worked: 40.77 hrs/week

• Companies using E&ES OJT: 45 (85 since 2009)

Collaboration

• E&ES invites collaboration with other providers

– Many valued partners

– Always looking to expand

• New LWIA 7 configuration fosters more collaboration

Advocating for Investment in our Communities

• Important to be part of local/state/national dialogue for

public programming

• Active in SOS! Save Our Skills Campaign

– Meet with legislators in support of WIA and other

workforce development program funding

– Highlight local impact of WIA services

• Partner in Getting America to Work coalition

E&ES Contacts

• Larry Fitzpatrick, President & CEO

larry.fitzpatrick@eesforjobs.com

• Megan Reid, Mgr. Resource Development & Communications

megan.reid@eesforjobs.com

http://www.facebook.com/EmploymentEmployerServices

http://www.facebook.com/EESWIAYouth

www.eesforjobs.com

www.CompleteTheDegree.org  

 Free  Workshops  Offered  by  Complete  the  Degree     February  2013  

 

Workshop  1:  Earn  College  Credit  for  What  You  Know  You  may  be  able  to  translate  your  existing  knowledge  into  college  credits  and  be  on  your  way  to  earning  a  degree!    This  workshop  will  help  you  identify  the  learning  you  may  have  from  on  the  job  training,  military  experience,  volunteer  work,  hobbies,  and  more.    You’ll  learn  about  the  various  methods  you  can  use  to  demonstrate  what  you  know,  including  exams,  transcripts,  and  the  creation  of  a  learning  portfolio.    (90  minutes)  Goals  of  workshop:  

• To  introduce  adult  students  to  the  concept  and  practice  of  Prior  Learning  Assessment  • To  acquaint  students  with  the  methods  often  used  to  evaluate  prior  learning.  • To  provide  the  opportunity  to  explore  ways  prior  learning  might  translate  into  college  credit.  • To  provide  resources  and  guidance  to  students  who  wish  to  begin  composing  a  portfolio  essay.  • To  provide  support  and  guidance  for  individuals  who  identify  a  college  where  they  will  pursue  Prior  Learning  

Assessment.  When:    Tuesday,  February  12  at  5:30  –  7:00  pm    Where:    Complete  the  Degree  Center,  35  East  Wacker  Drive,  Suite  1750,  Chicago,  IL  60601    RSVP:    See  directions  below.  Registration  is  limited  so  RSVP  now.  Attendance  will  be  accepted  on  a  first-­‐come,  first-­‐served  basis.        

Workshop  2:  Planning  to  Complete  Your  Degree  Going  back  to  school  as  an  adult  is  a  big  decision,  and  once  you  make  that  decision,  there  are  many  other  factors  to  consider.    In  this  workshop,  you  will  focus  on  your  education  goals,  learn  how  to  choose  a  school  and  major,  identify  your  support  system.    At  the  end  of  the  session,  you  will  have  a  customized  plan  to  guide  your  education  and  share  with  your  advisor  for  further  exploration  and  clarification.  (60  minutes)  Goals  of  workshop:  

• To  help  you  begin  setting  realistic,  job-­‐related,  educational  goals  • To  encourage  you  to  plan  ahead  for  overcoming  obstacles/barriers  to  achieving  your  goals  • To  introduce  you  to  resources  for  meeting  your  goals  

When:    Wednesday,  February  27  at  12:00  –  1:00  pm    (Bring  a  bag  lunch  if  you  wish.)  Where:    Complete  the  Degree  Center,  35  East  Wacker  Drive,  Suite  1750,  Chicago,  IL  60601    RSVP:    See  directions  below.  Registration  is  limited  so  RSVP  now.  Attendance  will  be  accepted  on  a  first-­‐come,  first-­‐served  basis.    

   There  are  2  ways  to  RSVP  for  these  free  workshops.  

1. Send  email  to  msanford@completethedegree.org  with  your  name  and  phone  number  and  type  RSVP  and  title  of  workshop  in  Subject  line        

    OR  2. Call  312-­‐267-­‐2580  ext.  103  and  leave  your  name,  phone  number,  email  address  and  the  title  of  the  workshop  you  

want  to  attend.