WorkFirst program assists participants in gaining experience in an employment setting while increasing their income, skills, and self-confidence. Participants also gain references, develop networks, and demonstrate their work skills while working in their field of interest. Commerce WorkFirst Contractors assist participants with identifying challenges to employment and disadvantages in the labor market and work with the participants on solutions and strategies. The goal of this program is to assist participants to resolve barriers and obtain unsubsidized, sustainable employment.
About the Program
“This project was supported by Grant No. G-1102WATANF awarded by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Points of view in this document are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the HHS. Grant funds are administered by the WorkFirst Program, WA State Department of Commerce.”