The Career Transition Center opened in July, 2005 to temporarily assist the immediate needs of dislocated workers affected by downsizing and mass layoffs primarily in the manufacturing and automotive industries. Since then, over 6,000 job seekers have accessed the Transition Center’s resources.

To date, 1,970 individuals have utilized the training and educational services offered and 823 people have successfully secured employment. During its operation, the Transition Center met or exceeded all state and federal performance measures for dislocated workers.

“The Career Transition Center was designed as a temporary resource, but recently the number of first time users has dramatically declined,” noted MCDJFS Director Gayle Bullard. “Now, the still-unemployed worker and their family may need the broad spectrum of resources and services available at the Job Center, which include job search assistance, career counseling and when appropriate, funding for occupational training.”

There will be no interruption of services as a result of the move. Individuals currently involved with the Career Transition Center are advised to keep in touch with their Workforce Investment Act (WIA) case manager and/or a Trade Adjustment Assistance Act (TAA) representative. For more information, call 937-824-4557or visit www.thejobcenter.org.