Celebrating Success: Workforce Alliance's 2024 Career Academy Graduation

Workforce Alliance is thrilled to announce the celebration of the 2024 Career Academy participants on their successful program completion! Over the past eight weeks, these dedicated individuals have been working tirelessly with ten local employers, building professional skills, exploring career pathways, and gaining invaluable work experience that will serve them well into their futures.

Event Details: Date: Tuesday, August 20th
Time: 11 AM to 2 PM
Location: The Park, 648 Park Street, Honesdale

We invite the entire community to join us in recognizing the hard work and achievements of these remarkable participants. The event promises to be a day filled with celebration, including awards, delicious food, and heartfelt testimonials from the participants themselves.

Special Thanks to Our Employers: We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the following local businesses for their unwavering support and commitment to the Career Academy:

• Wayne Memorial Hospital

• Sawmill Cycles

• Level Grounds Café

• Grace Ridge Preschool

• The Wayne County Historical Society

• Laurel’s Hometown Café

• Cat’s Pajamas

• Lacawac Sanctuary

• Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River

• VIP Kidz Club

These organizations have provided our participants with exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, making a lasting impact on their career journeys.

Join Us!

Mark your calendars and come celebrate with us on August 20th. This is a wonderful opportunity to support our local community, recognize the achievements of the Career Academy participants, and enjoy a day of festivities at the beautiful Park in Honesdale. We look forward to seeing you there!

Second Request for Proposal-Housekeeping — Workforce Alliance (wpworkforce.org)

Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance (WPWA) invites and welcomes contract proposals from experienced and licensed individuals to clean and disinfect our facility located at 107 8th Street, Honesdale PA 18431. Please take the time to carefully read and become familiar with the proposal requirements. All proposals submitted for consideration must be received by the time specified above under the "SUBMISSION DEADLINE."

RFP REQUIREMENTS and OBJECTIVES

Cleaning requirements to be completed after business hours include but are not limited to:

1. WPWA Office- 107 8th Street, Honesdale PA 18431- Call to schedule a walk through # 570-390-7613:

Bathrooms (2)

• Sinks and Toilets - dust, clean and sanitize

• Floors - sweep, damp mop and sanitize

• Glass, mirrors and chrome hardware - Clean, sanitize & polish

• Doors and walls by sink - Spot clean/Damp wipe/Sanitize

• Soap, toilet paper and paper towel dispensers - Fill, clean, sanitize

  Kitchenette

• Sink and Countertop – clean and sanitize

• Appliances – Clean and sanitize

Trash Containers (Offices, common areas, bathrooms, training rooms, kitchenette)

• Empty, line, clean, sanitize & haul away garbage

Doors – Walls – Windows

• Entrance Glass Doors – Clean & sanitize

• Interior Glass – Clean & sanitize

• Ledges and window sills – Dust & sanitize

• Doors, frames, walls – spot clean

• Exterior Glass – Clean

Rugs – Carpets

• Vacuum and edge (HEPA)

Floors

• Sweep, mop and sanitize

Miscellaneous

• Admin desk area - Dust, polish, sanitize all surfaces including counter, chairs, display racks, coat rack, clocks

• Lights fixtures – Clean covers and replace bulbs

• Clocks and Pictures – dust, and damp wipe

• Vents – Clean, vacuum and change filters

• Chairs and Upholstered furniture – dust, tighten and vacuum

• Desks, tables and phones – dust, damp wipe and sanitize

PROPOSAL BIDDING REQUIREMENTS

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT PROPOSAL

Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance must receive all proposals no later than 4:00 PM on June 20th for consideration in the project proposal selection process. All proposals must be submitted with a proof of Insurance Certificate. Submissions may be sent to proposals@wpworkforce.org.

PROPOSAL SELECTION CRITERIA

Only those proposals received by the stated deadline will be considered. All proposals, submitted by the deadline, will be reviewed and evaluated based upon information provided. In addition, consideration will be given to cost and performance projections. Furthermore, the following criteria will be given considerable weight in the proposal selection process:

• Proposals received by the stipulated deadline.

• Bidder's alleged performance effectiveness of their proposal's solution regarding the Project Objective of WaynePike Workforce Alliance.

• Bidder's performance history and alleged ability to timely deliver proposed services.

• Bidder’s Proof of Insurance

• Bidder's ability to provide and deliver qualified personnel having the knowledge and skills required to effectivelyand efficiently execute proposed services.

• Overall cost effectiveness of the proposal.

Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance shall reserve the right to cancel, suspend, and/or discontinue any proposal at any time they deem necessary or fit without obligation or notice to the proposing bidder/contractor.

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION FORMAT The following is a list of information that the Bidder should include in their proposal submission:

1. Summary of Bidder Backgrounda.Bidder's Name(s).b.Bidder’s Contact Informationc.Description of Bidder's qualifications and experience.d.Evidence of established record of accomplishment for providing services and/or deliverables that are the subject of this proposal.e.Certificate of Liability Insurancef.Client References (names and phone numbers)II.Anticipated Begin and End Date August 1st, 2024

PROPOSAL DECISION

A decision will be made by July 26th, 2024.

See full proposal here

Empower Her - An Initiative To Help Women In STEM

Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance is excited to announce a grant from Women in Philanthropy in the amount of $3000 to fund our new initiative, Empower Her.

Empower Her is a pioneering program designed to foster participation and advancement of women in STEAM fields.

Offering comprehensive curriculum tailored to the needs and interests of women in STEAM. This includes academic coursework, mentorships, networking opportunities, and career advancement support such as resume writing, interview skills, and job placement assistance.

EmpowerHer is not just a program; it's a lifeline for women aspiring to pursue careers in STEAM fields. It's a comprehensive initiative designed to empower women by providing them with the necessary tools and support to succeed in traditionally male-dominated industries.

In our region, accessibility and affordability of childcare are major barriers for women, particularly those pursuing careers in STEAM fields. Through partnerships with licensed childcare providers, EmpowerHer participants have access to affordable childcare services, enabling them to balance their academic and professional pursuits with their family responsibilities.

For more information, call us today at (570) 390 7613

Supervisory Workshops

Taught by Penn State professionals who have real world experiences and have their pulse on what is needed in today’s work environment. This eight-week program is designed for participants who want to explore topics that will help in their workplace, career, and personal life. In partnership with Workforce Alliance, Penn State Scranton will begin the workshops in April 2024. This is a great opportunity to share experiences with others in all types of occupations. These workshops are highly interactive and all materials will be provided

Workshop Topics:

• Meeting Supervisory Responsibilities

• Communicating Effectively

• Building Work

• Relationships

• Leading Others

• Setting the Stage for Excellent Performance

• Clarifying Expectations and Observing Performance

• Coaching and Providing Feedback

• Dealing with Challenging Performance Situations

Cost of program: $600

Wednesday Mornings 9:00 a.m. - Noon

The Stourbridge Project located at 646 Park St. Honesdale, PA 18431

If you are working towards a Penn State Supervision Essentials Certificate, all participants must take these eight workshops towards the 16 modules workshop requirement. The remaining eight workshops will be offered in Fall 2024.

Contact us at 570-963-2600 for registration information

or email scrantonoutreach@psu.edu

Program Overview

Meeting Supervisory Responsibilities - April 10

Designed to help participants understand their roles and responsibilities and begin developing the competencies and practices associated with effective supervision.

Communicating Effectively - April 17

Key concepts of interpersonal communication including the process model, verbal and nonverbal elements, communication barriers and problems, listening skills, and the supervisor’s responsibilities for keeping employees informed.0

Building Work Relationships - April 24

Focus on examining and improving the quality of work relationships.

Leading Others - May 1

Includes two important areas where supervisors enact leadership - giving direction and delegating responsibility.

Setting the Stage for Excellent Performance-MaY 8

Motivation and guidelines for supervisory practices that contribute to a motivational climate are highlighted, with exercises designed to increase your understanding the scope of supervisory responsibilities. 0

Clarifying Expectations and Observing Performance - May 15

Increase participant skills and use of effective processes in clarifying performance expectations and collecting performance-related information.

Coaching and Providing Feedback - May 22

Models and exercises involve participants in identifying causes of performance problems and selecting actions to bring about performance improvement.

Dealing with Challenging Performance Situations - May 29

Focuses on how supervisors can help employees move from having poor performance or inappropriate behavior to being productive members of the organization.

Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) Training Series 2024

The CRS/CFRS training series will be held over 10 days beginning 4/2/24 and concluding 4/30/24. The training is funded by PaPSC’s ARC POWER initiative Project POWER. There is no cost to attend. Students will not be responsible for the $150 testing/PCB application fee. This will be covered by PaPSC’s.

Training Location: The Stourbridge Project 646 Park St. - Second Floor Honesdale, PA 18431

To Apply:

• Candidates must begin by creating an account at https://www.pacertboard.org/

• Once an account is created candidates must apply for the class at https://www.pacertboard.org/class/recovery-specialist-244

• The class is currently set to “private” and the case sensitive password to access the application is ARC POWER

• Students may test for CRS Certification after completing 78 hours of training including 66 classroom hours and 12 hours of work outside the classroom.

*The hours listed here are the minimum hours necessary to complete the curriculum. Actual classroom time may vary from week to week depending on class flow. Students should arrive by 8:15 am and expect to be in class to 4:30 pm each day.