The Office of Workforce Development is a PA CareerLink® Partner that works in collaboration with other county and state agencies to provide and implement a myriad of workforce development programs in accordance with the Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014.
Administrative Office: Hours of operation 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Two conveniently located CareerLink customer service centers are available.
Delaware County CareerLink®
701 Crosby St., Suite B
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 447-3350
Hours of operation: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Delaware County CareerLink®
Workforce Entry Center
Delaware County Community College
901 S. Media Line Road
Media, PA 19063
(610) 723-1220
Hours of operation: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Delaware County Workforce Development Board
The Delaware County Workforce Development Board (DCWDB) is a business-led Board that works in partnership with County Council. Our goal is to make sure that Delaware County has a dynamic and high quality workforce. We do this by working with businesses to improve the skill levels of all current and potential workers. Please visit the DCWDB site at: http://www.delcoworks.org/
The Delaware County Workforce Development Board was established through the Federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) This legislation was enacted in July of 2014 and authorizes Workforce Development Boards to establish goals for workforce programs in their local communities. Local Boards are also expected to set standards that will improve the quality of programs and services. Because it is a business-led Board, it is expected to bring best business practices to government programs and services.
Serving on the DCWDB leaders from private business, organized labor, education, economic development, human services and community-based organizations, all of whom are appointed by County Council to terms of three years. Much of the work of the DCWDB is accomplished through its Committees some of which include non-WIB members.
The Delaware County Workforce Development Board meets quarterly. These meetings are open to the public.
Available services at CareerLink centers:
JOB SEEKER SERVICES:
Orientation to CareerLink® system and services
Internet job search capabilities
Job listings and referral services
Skill assessment and aptitude testing
Resume building, interviewing skills, job search assistance
Career and occupational information
Occupational skill development
Job readiness workshops
Adult Literacy counseling
EMPLOYER SERVICES:
Orientation to CareerLink® system and services
Applicant screening/testing
Recruitment assistance, interviewing space
Internet resume access
Training information and assistance
Account executive services
Labor Market information
Tax credit information
Technical assistance (e.g. ADA requirements, labor law and UC compliance)
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