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The Employment Assistance Program (EAP) The EAP serves a wide range of employers and job seekers. Employers in various industries in the Milwaukee and surrounding areas regularly recruit Urban League clients to fill job openings. Job seekers include entry level, skilled, unskilled, and professionals seeking employment in various fields and disciplines. EAP's services vary according to the needs of the clients, i.e., those with limited work histories and educational training are assessed and provided assistance in accessing education alternatives, pre-employment skills training, and ultimately employment. Skilled job seekers and professionals with work histories and advanced degrees are linked with employers or networks to enhance their search options. Other EAP services include:
The M.A.R.P is a comprehensive workforce development and training program sponsored by the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) that fills the pipeline with candidates for the entire progression from pre-apprenticeship to employment in the construction skilled trades. M.A.R.P is a consortium of five community-based organizations, which include: BIGSTEP, Esperanza Unida, Milwaukee Urban League, Spotted Eagle, Inc. and UMOS. These community-based organizations work together to provide preparatory training, career counseling and employment assistance. M.A.R.P also provides other career advancement services such as:
The Driver's License Assessment Program was launched after identifying the lack of valid driver's licenses prevented many people from getting to a job. In partnership with the Milwaukee County Municipal Court System and with other local agencies, participants with a revoked or suspended driver's license and are experiencing employment barriers receive individual case management counseling, a reinstatement plan and an opportunity to regain driving privileges to improve employability skills thereby increasing financial growth. With a fresh start, employment opportunities are widened and career advancement choices can be explored. The program also promotes knowledge about the power of a valid driver's license and the importance of maintaining a valid driver's license. The Driver's License Assessment Program assist:
The MCIP is coordinated by the Milwaukee Urban League and offers an exciting range of opportunities for new and experienced construction contractors. From learning how to read blueprints to improving your bidding and negotiation skills, MCIP provides a variety of technical and management assistance to help disadvantage and minority owned businesses compete in the construction industry. By participating in MCIP one can improve existing business skills or get started in the construction industry. Assistance is delivered mainly through training, seminars, and one-on-one coaching with industry experts. |
