Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry on LinkedIn: Earlier this week, L&I Secretary Nancy A. Walker visited PA CareerLink®… (2024)

L&I’s Office for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (ODHH) is hosting an upcoming webinar to discuss the difference between American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting and Support Service Provider (SSP) services. During the webinar, an ASL interpreter and SSP will share more information about each of their roles and responsibilities.The webinar will be held Wednesday, August 28 at 3 p.m., and captioning and ASL interpreters, including a Certified Deaf Interpreter, will be provided.Register here: https://lnkd.in/dQ3VjnZr

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L&I is committed to protecting young workers in Pennsylvania.Through L&I’s free Child Labor Law webinar, employers will be able to better understand the state and federal child labor laws and legal obligations of employers. Pennsylvania child labor laws help us to better identify and address unsafe working conditions for young workers.Register here: https://lnkd.in/d9-fdhdH

The road to a career begins at a PA CareerLink®!Last week, L&I Secretary Nancy A. Walker visited PA CareerLink Monroe County to witness the hard work and dedication of PA CareerLink® staff in helping Pennsylvanians find their next career opportunity.During her visit, she met with site administrator Deborah Harrison and local Workforce Development Board Executive Director Sam Hellen to discuss services available at PA CareerLink® Monroe County, including seminars and workshops on topics like interview basics, time management, and budgeting 101.https://lnkd.in/dM7cA8iR

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Mark your calendar! 📆For the next few weeks, PA CareerLink® locations will host job fairs and other events to showcase the many career paths and opportunities available in Pennsylvania.PA CareerLink® prepares Pennsylvanians to meet the needs of our workforce and matches employers with qualified, skilled candidates.Find an upcoming event near you: https://lnkd.in/ePVH-Te

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Did you know L&I enforces 13 different laws to protect workers in every PA community?Secretary Nancy A. Walker recently spotlighted those critical labor laws during the Bureau of Labor Law Compliance’s annual conference in Tannersville, PA. Labor law investigators play a crucial role in enforcing regulations, safeguarding workers, and holding bad actors accountable—a powerful reminder of the importance of their work in protecting labor rights for all Pennsylvanians.Learn more about some of the labor laws L&I enforces, examples of violations, and a place to file a complaint if you are a victim or have witnessed a violation.https://lnkd.in/eVC4ayiN

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Exciting news! The Shapiro Administration is investing $4 million in Industry Partnership grants to strengthen workforce development projects across the Commonwealth. Grant funding will improve economic growth while providing career opportunities for workers to chart their own course. Read more about grant eligibility:https://lnkd.in/dcyQeSRFEligible applicants include: Local workforce development boardsNon-profit and non-governmental organizationsCommunity-based organizations Educational and post-secondary educational organizations Labor organizations Business associationsEconomic development entities

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ICYMI: MY Work students in Scranton have been dedicated to beautifying the city’s parks, thanks to the partnership between L&I’s PA Office of Vocational Rehabilitation of Vocational Rehabilitation and Youth Advocate Programs Inc. Their hard work didn’t go unnoticed—Scranton’s mayor personally recognized their efforts. Learn how these students spend the summer building strong work ethic, gaining valuable experiences, and early a paycheck along the way.https://lnkd.in/d-SScCuv

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Pennsylvania’s nonfarm jobs hit another record high for the 12th month in a row, adding 12,200 jobs over the month of July. The Commonwealth’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.4%.https://lnkd.in/dQA2Sk7g

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L&I’s Apprenticeship and Training Office is accepting nominations for the Pennsylvania Apprenticeship and Training Office Awards for 2023-24. L&I wants to recognize outstanding sponsors, apprentices, and pre-apprentices. Want to nominate those deserving of recognition? The following individuals can make nominations:-Registered Pre-Apprenticeship Sponsors-Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors-Navigators-PA CareerLink® Staff-Business Service Teams, or-Workforce Development Boards Check out the criteria and nomination form here: https://lnkd.in/dX-ij-uiVoting will take place during National Apprenticeship Week. Stay tuned for a link to cast your vote. 🗳️ Winners will be announced after National Apprenticeship Week in November.

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