New Workforce Services Referral Portal Launches
A free resource, the Virginia Career Works Referral Portal connects Virginians to career, education and support resources.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Virginia Career Works – Shenandoah Valley centers in Fishersville, Harrisonburg and Winchester are currently closed to the public as a safety precaution in light of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic.
Live Chat is currently not available as we begin to focus on re-opening. You may contact VCW staff by phone or email. Click here for VCW Valley Center Staff contacts.
If you have questions about Unemployment Insurance, please contact the Virginia Employment Commission Customer Contact Center: 866-832-2363 available 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM See additional information below.
ADDITIONAL UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE RESOURCES
Visit these links for additional information on unemployment insurance and the CARES Act.
UI Procedures
CARES Act
VA UI & CARES Act
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) for Self-Employed, 1099 and GIG Workers
PANDEMIC RESOURCES
For information regarding the global pandemic and the latest guidance from Virginia public health officials visit these sites:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Virginia Department of Health (VDH)
Governor’s Office Guidance
Virginia Employment Commission
FAQ for Workers
FAQ for Workers – Spanish
Virginia Chamber COVID Resource Center
To ensure the safety of our community and to help businesses navigate the new normal, Shenandoah Valley Partnership has created the Work Hard. Work Smart. Work Safe. guide. They have included many of the recommendations developed by the Back to Work Virginia Task Force along with guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other federal, state, and local resources.
The Virginia Chamber of Commerce has launched this “Blueprint for Getting Virginians Back to Work” initiative to provide recommendations on operating in the current economic climate and how to return stronger than before. In this handy booklet will find guidelines and best practices for businesses and policymakers to help Virginians transition back to work safely.
ABOUT US
The Shenandoah Valley Regional Workforce Development Board creates and sustains powerful connections between businesses and job seekers through Virginia Career Works, a statewide network of employment professionals.
QUICK LINKS
JOB SEEKER SERVICES
Whether you are looking for a new job, looking to train or learn a new skill, or you are just beginning your career…we can help you reach your goals!
EMPLOYER SERVICES
Are you an employer looking to hire, train, or source skilled employees for your business? Find out below how we can help you grow your workforce.
YOUTH SERVICES
Services are available to eligible youth between the ages of 14 and 24 who need assistance with training or finding employment.
IMPROVING OUR WORKFORCE EVERYDAY
The Shenandoah Valley Workforce Development Board’s Local and Strategic Plans outline how we intend to improve the future for the workforce in the Virginia Career Works – Shenandoah Valley Region.
