Employment Assistance
We are pleased to announce that WorkSource Kitsap is now administering the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) Adult and Dislocated Worker Program.
Despite this transition, employment and training services can still be accessed in-person at Kitsap Community Resources’ Port Orchard location every Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (starting on August), and at WorkSource Kitsap, located at 3120 Randall Way, Silverdale Monday-Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Starting on August 2024, WIOA orientations are available every Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, both virtually and in-person at Kitsap Community Resources’ Port Orchard location (3200 SE Rainshadow Court, Port Orchard 98366)..
Getting Started
The best way to get started with your job search is to attend an orientation! Orientations are every Friday at 10 AM (Virtual and every Friday 2PM (in person). Interested job seekers can sign up for orientations for the Adult and Dislocated Worker programs by Clicking here.
Required Orientation Documents
The following documents are required in order to complete orientation paperwork and determine eligibility:
- Picture ID
- Social Security card, birth certificate, or US passport
- Proof of household income
- DSHS award letter (if applicable)
- DD-214 (if you are a veteran)
If you are unable to bring these documents to orientation, you will not be turned away! Immediately following orientation, you will meet with a case manager who will review your situation and make recommendations, as well as schedule a follow up appointment if you would like.
We look forward to helping you on your job search journey!
WorkSource Affiliate Services
As an affiliate of The WorkSource WA, Kitsap Community Resources manages the WorkSource Affiliate office, in Port Orchard.
Kitsap County residents, regardless of income or employment background, are welcome to utilize the services provided by WorkSource or KCR. These services include:
- Computer lab access with staff assistance
- Individual job search assistance
- Resume/job application assistance
- Career assessments
- Labor market information
- Job training information
- Job preparation workshops
- Document scanning and fax machine access
WIOA
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Adult and Dislocated Worker Programs
The WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker programs are employment and training programs for people who need help in finding a job or a new career. These programs can include training and/or skill upgrading in high demand fields. The program can also assist those who are unemployed or underemployed, and those who have barriers and/or lack of financial resources needed to obtain work. The provision of services are based upon each individual’s eligibility, career goals, specific needs, and availability of funds.
WIOA funds can be used to provide:
- Occupational skills training
- Career coaching
- Employment search
- Work related needs, including:
- Work tools
- Transportation
- Work clothing
Computer Labs
The WorkSource Affiliate offers a 12-station computer lab that is open to the public for job search and/or self-sufficiency purposes only. You may print up to 10 pages daily. The lab closes during some workshops.
GED
The Accelerated GED Tutoring Program at Kitsap Community Resources (KCR) is dedicated to helping Kitsap County residents earn their GED diploma as quickly as possible. We offer both in-person and online classes, providing flexibility for our students to learn from anywhere. Our program specializes in helping students master the math portion of the GED test.
Classes are held from 10 a.m. to noon every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday in the second-floor classroom of the Kitsap Community Resources building, located at 845 8th Street in downtown Bremerton.
Click the link below to register: Accelerated GED Tutoring Program Application