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TANF JOBS Program

Chemeketa's Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) Job Opportunity & Basic Skills (JOBS) program provides career-building services to eligible TANF recipients.

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We offer the following services:

  • Career Development Planning

    The Chemeketa TANF JOBS program will guide participants through Chemeketa’s Career Development Model to create a career plan. We focus on learning how workplace values, interests, and skills align in Oregon’s Workforce. Challenge your barriers to success and rise to your potential. Participants walk away with the following benefits:  

    • Guidance with Chemeketa’s Career Development Model and similar career exploration tools to find a career in Oregon that matches your natural skills and interests
    • Information about local jobs, wages, job fairs, and employment openings from Oregon’s Labor Market Information System
    • Support with building meaningful goals and creating your Career Development Plan
    • Assistance connecting with Chemeketa programs such as  Pre-Apprentice & Apprenticeship programs, Chemeketa Pathways, information on associate degrees, and one-year certificate training
    • Advice on all things job search such as resumes, applications, interviewing, online search, and more
    • Support developing informational interviews, job shadow, and work experience opportunities
  • English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Program Support

    TANF JOBS Program welcomes individuals looking to learn English, signup and receive assistance within higher education. Our participants must receive TANF benefits in Marion, Polk, and Yamhill counties. We offer opportunities to:

    • Earn your GED in Spanish or English
    • Learn English through ESOL classes
    • Earn college credentials
    • Vocational training focused on the courses you need to start the career of your dreams
  • GED Program Support

    TANF JOBS Program welcomes individuals looking to earn their GED., signup, and receive assistance within higher education. Our participants must receive TANF benefits in Marion, Polk, and Yamhill counties. We offer:

    • Support with signing up for GED classes
    • Guidance with navigating GED practice tests and official tests
    • Assistance with earning your GED in Spanish
    • Guidance on educational opportunities that become available once you complete your GED