Center for Workforce Development

The Louisville Urban League’s Center for Workforce Development helps families to become economically stable. Individuals looking for a job or a better career opportunity are provided these services through the Center:

  • Employment search assistance
  • Career counseling
  • Job skills training and upskilling
  • Job placement referrals
  • Post-placement support

Schedule an appointment today! Call 502-585-4622

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$7.7M in new wages created and over 214 job placements FY 22/23
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Services for Job Seekers

The Center for Workforce Development (CWD) is a resource to individuals who are actively involved in job search, seeking a career change or in need of job training. Guests can utilize software to practice and build keyboarding/data entry skills, and receive assistance with setting up email accounts, completing online job applications, and posting resumes.

The League’s Workforce Development staff is comprised of experienced Certified Workforce Development Professionals who possess the talent and passion necessary to help our clients overcome potential employment barriers.  These obstacles may include:  inadequate family support system; past involvement with the criminal justice system; inadequate academic preparation; and lack of job skills.

Get Your Career in Gear is a comprehensive one hour introduction to the programs and services of the Louisville Urban League Center for Workforce Development that provides information on our Counselor-assisted services.

Job readiness workshops are offered for individuals preparing to enter the competitive labor market or polish their skills. Training is designed to sharpen participants’ job readiness skills, thus increasing their marketing ability. Workshop topics include Resume Writing, Interview Skills, Job Search Strategies, and Intro to Computers and Transformations, which focuses on budgeting and finances. Check out our Workforce Wednesday Training Library.

CWD offers free employment services to individuals with diverse skills and educational levels. The CWD is staffed with trained, Certified Workforce Development Specialists and professionals who provide:

  • Career coaching & case management
  • Assessments
  • Job readiness training
  • Job search assistance and referrals
  • Job placement
  • Post-placement follow-up services
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Services for Employers

The Center for Workforce Development is a viable source for employers to recruit diverse candidates, particularly minorities and women, with various skill sets and educational backgrounds.

The League’s Center for Workforce Development Job Board provides a direct connection to candidates looking for employment at no charge to employers. Post your employment opportunities and receive candidate referrals that are pre-screened and best suited for the job.

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The Rework America Alliance is a unique partnership to help millions of workers from low-wage roles move into better jobs. Rework America Alliance provides tools and resources for employers with hiring challenges fill open positions using workers who have built capabilities through experience but do not have a bachelor’s degree. If you are interested in partnering with us, sign up today!

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