As part of our dedication to supporting a diverse pipeline of skilled workers to support the needs of our employers, we have assembled the resources below to assist both job seekers and employers.
- PA Career Link® -PA CareerLink® is the brand name for Pennsylvania’s One-Stop workforce development system.
- Employer Work Opportunity Tax Credit – Federal tax credit program
- MGR – Meet Greater Reading is a program of the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance to highlight the benefits and resources of the Greater Reading Area.
- Greater Reading Job Portal – A comprehensive, one-stop website for all job listings in Greater Reading.
Funding Opportunities
- WEDnet – This program provides qualified employers training funds for new and existing employees.
- On-The-Job training (OJT)- OJT allows businesses to offset some cost associated with training new hires.
- Incumbent Worker Training – This program assists employers in upgrading the skills of their workforce in order to remain competitive in their marketplace.
Additional Partner RESOURCES
- Connections Work – Provides direct services to individuals involved with the criminal justice system and helps them reenter the workforce.
- Berks County CareerLink – Pennsylvania’s comprehensive resource for job seekers and employers, offering employment services, training opportunities and career development support.
- Berks County Workforce Development Board – Supports a skilled, competitive workforce by aligning training and employment strategies with local economic needs.
- Berks Latino Workforce Development Corporation – Supports the Latino community through education, job training, and economic development to promote economic mobility.
- Commute PA – A free program that supports carpooling and rewards users for reducing traffic and improving air quality.
- Literacy Council of Reading Berks – Provides reading, writing and English language skills to enhance individuals participation in family, work and community life.
Childcare Resources
For Job Seekers:
For Employers:
Small Business Solutions
- Berks Biomedical Innovation Collaborative
- Elevate Berks – Access technical assistance for entrepreneurs and small businesses all in one place! Elevate Berks is a community-wide initiative that brings together over a dozen organizations dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses in Greater Reading.
- Launchbox
- O’Pake Institute
- SBDC
- SCORE
Contact Director of Workforce Development Keith Stamm to learn more.