WorkSource Oregon

WorkSource Oregon is a statewide partnership that collaborates with the Oregon Employment Department, state and local agencies, and nonprofit organizations to provide comprehensive employment and training services. It serves job seekers and employers across Oregon.

Services for Job Seekers

WorkSource Oregon offers a range of free services to assist individuals in their career journey, including:

• Job Matching: Utilizing iMatchSkills, Oregon's largest job database, to connect job seekers with suitable employment opportunities.
• Career Coaching: Providing one-on-one support to help individuals identify their strengths and align them with potential career paths.
• Training and Education: Offering access to free training programs, apprenticeships, internships, and workshops to enhance skills and qualifications.
• Resource Access: Equipping job seekers with necessary tools such as computers, internet access, and office equipment to aid in their job search.
• Support Services: Connecting individuals to additional resources like transportation, childcare, and financial assistance to support their employment goals.

Services for Employers

For businesses, WorkSource Oregon provides:

• Recruitment Assistance: Helping employers find qualified candidates through job matching and recruitment services.
• Training Programs: Offering on-the-job training, apprenticeships, and other training options to develop a skilled workforce.
• Financial Incentives: Assisting in identifying tax credits and providing information on market-competitive wages to attract and retain quality employees.
• Work Share Program: Enabling businesses to retain skilled employees during economic downturns by reducing work hours, with eligible staff receiving unemployment insurance benefits to compensate for lost wages.

Locations

WorkSource Oregon operates 39 centers across the state, including:

• WorkSource Salem: Located at 605 Cottage Street NE, Salem, OR 97301.
• WorkSource Woodburn: Situated at 120 E Lincoln Street, Suite 115, Woodburn, OR 97071.
• WorkSource Albany: Found at 139 4th Avenue SE, Albany, OR 97321.
• WorkSource Lebanon: Located at 44 Industrial Way, Suite B, Lebanon, OR 97355.
• WorkSource Portland Metro: Serving the Portland metropolitan area with multiple locations, including Beaverton, Gresham, and Tigard.
• Salem, OR, USA: Main service region for the organization's headquarters and primary operations.

These centers dedicate their efforts to supporting both job seekers and employers in achieving their employment and workforce development objectives across Oregon.