OhioMeansJobs – Meigs County | Meigs County Job & Family Services

Overview

OhioMeansJobs – Meigs County stands as a beacon for jobseekers and employers, serving as a bridge to numerous opportunities. We’re more than just an employment service; we’re a community of experienced professionals committed to fostering growth. Partnered with Area 14 Workforce Development Board, we function within the Public Workforce System, a vast network aiming to bolster economic expansion and cultivate the nation’s workforce talent.

Career Services

Achieve your career aspirations with Meigs County Ohio Means Jobs’ Career Services. From crafting impactful resumes and cover letters to navigating online and paper applications, we’ve got you covered. Boost your chances with our tailored interview techniques and get connected to prime employment opportunities. Looking to elevate your qualifications? Our upskilling information and assistance will set you apart. Plus, benefit from our extensive network of state and community partners.

We can assist the universal customer in meeting their career goals:

Resume/Cover Letter Development
Online/paper application
Connecting to employment opportunities
Interview techniques
Provide information and assistance to upskill qualifications
Referrals to state and community partners

Also available at our office

Free workshops
Access to job postings
Computer use
Free fax and phone
Referrals for interview clothing
An open interview site for employers
Job fairs

Need a resume?

Download our Resume Worksheet (Word document), fill it out, and bring it in. We’ll help you turn it into a finished resume.

Veterans Services

Transitioning from military to civilian life is a unique journey, but in Ohio, veterans have a distinct advantage. At Meigs County Ohio Means Jobs, we’re dedicated to ensuring veterans find their next fulfilling career. Our Veterans Services provide job search and placement assistance, specialized referral services, and vocational counseling. Elevate your path with our educational guidance, and benefit from our transportation services. Plus, gain access to necessary occupational tools, equipment, and personal attendant services like interpreters. Veterans, let us empower your next career chapter.

Business Services

Step into our Business Services suite, where your company’s growth is our primary concern. Whether you’re looking to streamline hiring, foster a skilled workforce, or leverage growth incentives, we’ve got a solution.

Employer Services

Simplify your recruitment with our seasoned staff. Let us take the helm in pre-screening candidates, ensuring they’re perfectly tailored to your requirements. Dive into our range of offerings:

Post Employment ServicesStreamline your hiring process.
Pre-Interview ScreeningZero in on qualified candidates.
Interview ManagementBoth virtual and face-to-face.
Job FairsConnect with a wealth of talent.
Incumbent Worker TrainingStrengthen your existing team.

We can also:

Add your job openings to our weekly job leads, post them on our bulletin board, and/or post them on OhioMeansJobs.com
Handle the application process — leave applications with our staff for potential employees to pick up and drop off until you’re ready
Help schedule interviews and provide a space to conduct them
Host on-site hiring events and provide pre-screened candidates

Post a Job Opening

Workforce Growth

At OhioMeansJobs – Meigs County, we believe in continual learning. Explore our initiatives that elevate your team’s capabilities:

On The Job TrainingOffset the costs of training newcomers, with 50% wage reimbursement available for a limited time.
Incumbent Worker TrainingUpskill your current team and enhance productivity.
TechCredBolster your tech team for every industry-recognized tech credential they earn. Learn more about TechCred (opens in a new tab – external website)
Work Opportunity Tax CreditSecure federal tax credits by hiring from specific groups. Discover the benefits of WOTC (opens in a new tab – external website)
Apprenticeship OhioAn inexpensive way to build a highly skilled workforce. Learn more about Apprenticeship Ohio (opens in a new tab – external website)

WIOA can also fund training, on and off the job, to improve the quality of your workforce.

Contact Joni Fisher for more information

Job Developer · 740-444-7641

Ohio Career Launch

Ohio Career Launch helps Ohio’s emerging workforce prepare for and find meaningful employment, combining the TANF program and the WIOA Youth program for low-income individuals ages 14 to 24 — based on a comprehensive assessment of employment, training, and basic-skills needs.

Services in a participant’s individual opportunity plan may include:

Support to obtain a high school diploma
Job placement
Work experience
Supportive services such as child care, transportation, and obtaining a driver’s license
Leadership activities and financial literacy

Apply for Ohio Career Launch (WIOA Youth Program eligibility) →

WIOA Adult/Dislocated

WIOA provides a customer-focused workforce development system that helps job seekers access the tools and services they need to manage their careers, and helps employers find skilled workers — with the goal of increasing employment, job retention, earnings, and occupational-skill attainment. In Meigs County, WIOA services are provided through the OhioMeansJobs® Resource Room.

WIOA employment and training services target:

Adults — eligible to work in the United States, age 18 or older, and (if applicable) registered for Selective Service.
Dislocated workers — individuals who have lost their job through no fault of their own.
Youth — low-income individuals ages 16–24 who face barriers such as being basic-skills deficient, homeless, a school dropout, an ex-offender, a runaway, a foster child, or pregnant/parenting.

Apply for WIOA Adult/Dislocated →

Benefit Bridge Program

Bridging the Gap to Self-Sufficiency

The Benefit Bridge Program is an Ohio pilot program designed to help working individuals and families who have lost SNAP benefits or are at risk of losing SNAP benefits due to employment, increased wages, or career advancement.

SNAP, also known as food assistance, helps eligible individuals and families purchase groceries. The Benefit Bridge Program provides financial coaching, incentives, and supportive services to help eligible participants navigate the loss or potential loss of SNAP while working toward greater financial stability and long-term self-sufficiency.

Participants are identified through program reports. Individuals who are employed and have lost SNAP benefits or are going to lose SNAP benefits are encouraged to reach out to see if they may qualify.

For more information or to inquire about eligibility, please contact:

Jess Reynolds
Benefit Bridge Success Coach
OhioMeansJobs – Meigs County
740-444-7615

Eligibility and participation are subject to program requirements.

Our Staff

Meet the heartbeat of OhioMeansJobs – Meigs County: our staff. Comprising seasoned professionals, our team is steadfast in its passion to assist and uplift. Each member brings expertise, commitment, and a genuine desire to bridge the workforce gap. Their dedication is what makes us the trusted partner for jobseekers, employers, and the broader Meigs County community.