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| What We Do |
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Seattle Jobs Initiative addresses a critical need of Seattle’s low-income individuals by providing job training and support services—including access to housing, childcare, transportation and counseling—which together make it possible for people to secure, retain and advance in jobs that pay a living wage.
Lack of job skills, transportation, housing and childcare, and limited English proficiency can be major hurdles to long-term job success. Seattle Jobs Initiative approaches the problem from a big-picture point-of-view. Through partnerships and innovative approaches, SJI eliminates these barriers by providing participants with the full range of services necessary to ensure their long-term financial stability. By partnering with community-based organizations (CBOs), community colleges, and employers, SJI links Seattle’s low-income and low-skilled residents to jobs – jobs that pay living wages, offer room for advancement, and include necessary work supports such as health coverage, sick leave and paid vacation. Our policy team complements our efforts on the ground by keeping abreast of the current labor market and supporting legislative changes that improve access to training and services for low-income residents. Seattle Jobs Initiative’s comprehensive approach creates real opportunities for Seattle residents to support themselves and their families.
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