Recognizing the importance of contributions made by businesses to the
communities we serve, and the vital role they play in providing career
opportunities, LA Works provides a wide range of professional services
to businesses, including recruitment and staffing services, training and
development, provision of information about resources, outplacement services
and business retention. Skilled LA Works professionals can provide you
with access to comprehensive career and labor market information, job
placement economic development information, performance and program information
on service providers, and other such services such as organization of
recruitment events, interviewing and testing job candidates, performing
skills testing and assessments, and providing specialized training for
managers, employees, and human resource professionals. All offerings are
delivered by experienced, professional staff with expertise in business
specialties.
At no charge to businesses, LA Works provides:
Internet Job Postings
LA Works invites businesses to create a free company account in our online
Job Bank. Post your jobs so that hundreds of Southern California-based
applicants can learn more about your company and its career opportunities.
The Business Resource Guide
A comprehensive, Web-based directory of services and programs for businesses
in Southern California.
Candidate Search
Search for future employees online. You may also match your job postings
to our Talent Bank to help you fill your vacancies.
Other Resources
Labor market information, training and educational resources, plus hundreds
of links to useful business resources on the Internet.
On-the-Job Training Programs
Businesses may be reimbursed up to 50% of a new employee's wages or salaries
during the employee's initial training period. A customized training program
is developed in consultation with the employer and offers the employee
the opportunity to learn new job skills while getting paid.
Workforce Reduction Solutions
We offer services to businesses facing plant closures, long distance moves,
and other factors relating to a workforce reduction.
Facility Usage
LA Works makes available to employers the use of our professional facility
for a variety of purposes, including:
- Office space to conduct impromptu business needs
- Office to conduct interviews
- Computer, fax, and copier
- Resource materials - books, videos, periodicals, and newspapers
Business Development and Recruitment Assistance:
Skilled LA Works professionals can organize recruitment events, interview
and test job candidates, perform skills testing and assessments, and provide
specialized training for managers, employees, and human resources professionals.
- Screening and referral of qualified job applicant
- On-site recruitment (including mass recruitment)
- Job task analysis/Job description development
- Clerical skills assessment (including software proficiency)
- Economic development information
- Employment and training information
- Small business development
- Continuing education information
If your business is looking to expand recruitment efforts, LA Works can
provide you the opportunity to meet some of our clients. You may join
us during one of our workshops to give a brief description of your company
and job openings to a roomful of our qualified candidates. You can be
given the opportunity to review resumes and screen and/or interview them
in person in a private interview room. We will help coordinate the sequence
and flow of interviews to maximize your valuable time.
LA Works also provides the following Fee-based services to businesses
in our community:
Videoconferencing
Videoconferencing services at LA Works enables you to eliminate the lost
time and high cost of business travel. Our deluxe conference facility
is equipped with the Polycom ViewStation 512 System, providing high connection
speeds and excellent picture and sound quality. Easy to use, interactive
videoconferencing lets you BE there without GOING there.
Consultant Works
For your next project, get an expert from LA Works. We have professional
consultants who can help employers and businesses with special projects
that might best be accomplished through outsourcing. Disciplines include
Web site development, network design and implementation, public relations
and marketing, grant writing, training and development, and many others.
Facility Rental
LA Works has an Executive Board Room and other meeting spaces available
for use of a nominal fee. Some rooms are equipped with audio visual equipment
to accommodate even the most sophisticated presentations. Catering may
also be requested.
Customized Computer Skills Training
Train your staff on the most popular software programs for increased proficiency.
- Introduction to the Internet
- Many other popular applications
Our Commitment
LA Works is widely recognized as a leader in the development and implementation
of innovative workforce services, strategies, and systems. In recent years,
the organization has responded to the needs of its clients by developing
a wide range of high quality affordable employee training, consulting,
and business services that meet the ever-changing needs of both businesses
and job seekers. LA Works understands that for a business to be successful
and gain recognition in their specialty, they need the appropriate resources
and support to assist them in obtaining their goals. LA Works looks forward
to becoming your commited partner in the growth and success of your business.
LA Works, a WIA Title I financially assisted program/activity operative, is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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