WorkSource Bend is not open to in person services, but we can be reached by email, phone and virtual services.
WorkSource Bend no está brindado servicios en persona, pero puede contactarnos por correo electrónico, teléfono, o a través de servicios virtuales.
Todos nuestros servicios son ofrecidos también en español.
Program Information
The SNAP Training & Employment Program (STEP) at WorkSource Oregon is designed to assist individuals receiving SNAP benefits to obtain skills, training, work experience, and employment to increase their ability to obtain living-wage employment.
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Support Services for Participants
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Connect with a STEP Career Coach for an initial informational
appointment Create short term employment and/or training goals Document the goals on an Opportunity Plan Check in with your Career Coach twice per month to:
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Report your new job to unlock additional benefits!
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Connect with your Career Coach
Get a Head Start!
Take a look at the opportunity plan we will be discussing and create or update your iMatchSkills profile before your appointment!
Opportunity Plan |
Opportunity Plan Worksheet |
Hire Report |
iMatchSkills |
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Virtual Workshops

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Enero: Calendario de Talleres Virtuales | |
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Let's talk about your goals...
Maybe learning a new skill is your next step. Maybe you are ready to go to work right away. The links below contain vital information to help you reach your ultimate employment goal. Your career coach at WorkSource will help you with additional resources customized to your needs.
Work Readiness. Do you have a career goal? What starting wage are you looking for? Are your workplace skills in demand?
www.careeronestop.org
www.careeronestop.org
Education & Training. Learning a new skill may be your next step. Let's talk about how we can make that happen.
www.oregon.gov/highered/institutions-programs/ccwd/Pages/community-colleges.aspx
www.oregon.gov/highered/institutions-programs/ccwd/Pages/community-colleges.aspx
Job Search Training. Workshops on resume development, job interviews, soft skills, networking, and best practices for virtual interviews.
Job Search & Resume: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBpcNQIlAjQ , www.job-hunt.org/online-job-search-guide.shtml
Job Search & Resume: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBpcNQIlAjQ , www.job-hunt.org/online-job-search-guide.shtml
Supervised Job Search. We'll work together so you get the career that matches your interests, skills, and financial needs.
www.qualityinfo.org/jc-jfind?at=1&t1=~~true~true~30~1~25
www.qualityinfo.org/jc-jfind?at=1&t1=~~true~true~30~1~25
Support & Wellness. How are you doing? Looking for work or learning new skills can be stressful. Do you have tools relax and refocus?
discover-uhr.rutgers.edu/layoff-resources/NSCN_Roadmap
discover-uhr.rutgers.edu/layoff-resources/NSCN_Roadmap
Keeping the Job: We want you to be successful and thrive in your new job. Tell us how it's going and we can discuss strategies to stay employed and increase your earnings.
Part 1: youtu.be/DSpDVBwMXAw Part 2: youtu.be/eVDbeJMXn8M
Part 1: youtu.be/DSpDVBwMXAw Part 2: youtu.be/eVDbeJMXn8M