Bitterroot
Valley Workforce System
Resource Guide |
What is the Workforce
System?
The Bitterroot Valley Workforce System has been an informal partnership between programs, businesses, and organizations for years. The implementation of the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) motivated partners to formalize their relationships and look at ways to improve how services are provided in Ravalli County. This effort includes assessing gaps in services and looking at how to streamline employment and training in our community for more rapid and effective job placement. The ultimate goal of establishing this workforce system is to ensure a seamless system for all job seekers and business customers. |
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Mission Statement The mission of the Bitterroot Workforce System is to develop a system based on the unique needs of Ravalli County that focuses on customer-centered services that assist workers in attaining self-sufficiency and businesses in having a skilled workforce. |
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Vision Statement The vision of the Bitterroot Workforce System is an informed, well trained current and emerging workforce that meets the needs of employers in Ravalli County.
Workforce System Partners - |
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-Work Again |
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| This resource guide provides a very short description of the partners in the Bitterroot Valley Workforce System. Please contact the individual agency for more information on their programs and services. | |
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Dislocated Worker Program 208 E. Main Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 543-6689 |
A federally funded program designed to meet the employment and training needs of dislocated workers unemployed due to business closure or permanent layoff. All services are free and include job search, relocation assistance, skills assessment, resumes, academic courses and job retraining. |
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105 E. Main Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-2400 |
Mission
Statement: The
Bitterroot Chamber of Commerce, representing its membership, advocates
economic vitality, high quality of life and preservation of the
competitive enterprise system.
The Chamber provides information to employers and the public on economic conditions in the area. |
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333 W. Main Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-1822 |
The Bitterroot Job Service Employer Committee (JSEC) is a committee of area employers who act as an advisor to the Job Service Workforce Center providing feedback on services to employers and what their needs are. |
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333 W. Main Street Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-1822
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The Bitterroot Job Service Workforce Center offers many employment and referral services at no cost. These include job matching, automated and apply direct postings about local, state, and national jobs, business advocacy, labor market information, employment counseling, proficiency and aptitude testing, a complete resource room with computer access to employment preparation programs and the Internet, and adult job training programs. |
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316 N. 3rd, Suite 156 Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-2900 |
BLVA is a non-profit organization made up of volunteers who work with people needing assistance with math and reading skills. They work on a one-on-one basis providing tutoring. They also provide GED preparation classes and testing. |
| Five valley schools provide educational opportunities to valley children. They also provide adult education classes in a variety of subjects, have classes for GED preparation. Two valley schools also have alternative schools for students at risk of not completing their high school education. | |
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214 Pinckney Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-3060 |
Western Montana Addictive Services is a non-profit organization providing chemical dependency counseling to all age groups. |
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1801 S. Higgins Ave. Missoula, MT 59801 316 N. 3rd Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 728-3710 |
District XI HRDC provides services for low-income families in Missoula, Mineral and Ravalli Counties. Services include assessment, case management, career and academic counseling, drop out prevention, work experience, internships, mentoring, job shadowing, occupational skills training, drug and alcohol counseling, skill competency training, basic skill training, supportive services, job search, job development, job placement, disability assessment, energy assistance, rental assistance, information and referral, weatherization, and first time home owner and home rehab loans. |
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Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-1822 |
Experience Works is a national, non-profit organization aimed at helping job seekers 55 years and older. Experience Works has several options to help participants in their search for employment: community service training, on-the-job training, and job search skill training. The goal of the organization is to help the older worker get back into the workforce, help them to realize their potential for performing meaningful work, and to raise their standard of living. |
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539 S. 3rd West Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 728-7060 |
This center offers a variety of employment and referral services to applicants and employers. These services include job matching, automated and apply direct local, state, and national job openings, labor market information, employment counseling, proficiency and aptitude testing, a resource room with computer access to employment preparation programs and the Internet, job search workshops, adult job training programs and human resource support to local businesses. |
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310 N. 3rd Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-1944 |
The Office of Public Assistance (OPA) administers the following programs: cash assistance for families (TANF), Medicaid, childcare assistance, and Food Stamps. Each program has eligibility requirements, such as income and resources. |
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802 W. Main Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-5690 |
The Council on Aging provides services to the elderly. Programs include homemaker services, meals on wheels and assistance with getting to doctor appointments. |
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105 E. Main Street Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 375-9416 |
The purpose of the Ravalli County Economic Development Authority (RCEDA) is to promote, stimulate, develop and enhance the general welfare, commerce, economic development and prosperity of Ravalli County, The State of Montana, and its citizens. |
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219 Pennsylvania Avenue Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-5400 |
Ravalli Services provides assistance to people with disabilities to live and work in the community. They operate the Thrift Store and the recycling center in Hamilton |
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1205 W. Main Street Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-1051 |
RCSC is a part of the Western Montana Mental Health Center services network. The mission of the WMMHC is to address the essential mental health needs of our communities. They are a private, non-profit corporation dedicated to the establishment, development and maintenance of high quality, effective mental health care. |
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539 S. 3rd West Missoula, MT 59801 1-800-823-6768 or 240-1772 |
Rural Employment Opportunities, Inc., (REO), is a non-profit corporation, which operates programs and services aimed at assisting migrant and seasonal farm workers and dependents in preparing for permanent, full-time careers. It is available at no cost for individuals who qualify. |
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316 N. 3rd Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-5242 |
Summit is an advocacy and resource center, servicing people with all types of disabilities by promoting self-direction to advance their civil right of equal access to society. Summit provides information on ADA, business assessment, self-employment consultation, referral services, information on disability rights, community resources and assistive technology, independent living skills training and peer support. |
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539 S. 3rd West Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 542-5745 |
This organization is the initial contact point for young people interested in enrolling in Job Corps and provides placement services for Job Corps graduates. |
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5139 West Fork Road Darby, MT 59829 (406) 821-3286 |
Job Corps is a federally funded residential training center for disadvantaged young men and women between 16-24. Services include career training, GED or high school diploma completion, a college program, driver's education, room and board, medical and dental coverage, as well as placement services. |
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P.O. Box 201502 Helena, MT 59620-1502 (To file a claim for benefits, please call the Claims Center at (406) 444-2545) |
The Unemployment Insurance program provides short-term economic assistance to eligible workers from the Montana Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund financed by employers, the Unemployment Insurance system is designed to help stabilize the economy by preventing a sharp drop in consumer spending during periods of unemployment. For further information, please click here to go to the Unemployment Insurance Division website. |
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1801 N. 1st Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-7163 |
The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), funded under Title V of the Older Americans Act, serves persons with low incomes who are fifty-five years old or over and have poor employment prospects. |
