Breaking Barriers to Success: Essential Support for Job Seekers
CareerEquity helps remove everyday barriers to career growth like transportation, housing assistance, childcare, and more…
Empowering Job Seekers Through Wraparound Support
Career success isn’t just about skills—it’s about addressing the challenges that job seekers face every day. CareerEquity connects candidates with the wraparound services they need to secure employment and thrive in their new roles. From transportation and childcare to mental health support, our platform connects job seekers with the resources that remove the barriers to their success.
Whether your organization offers transportation, childcare, mental health support, or other essential wraparound services, CareerEquity connects you directly to the local community members who need your services the most. Our platform ensures that your impact reaches the right people at the right time. Plus, with our real-time data tracking and reporting tools, you can quantify your economic impact, demonstrating the value of your services to funders, partners, and policymakers.
Why Wraparound Services Matter
Job seekers in workforce development programs often face significant obstacles preventing them from succeeding in the workplace. These challenges disproportionately affect communities and individuals transitioning to new fields. These services ensure that workforce development program participants from your community can access and complete these training programs and realize their full potential.
Here are some things you may not know about those who struggle to find assistance through wraparound services support:
- ~20% of individuals in South Carolina who were able to work but were not currently working, cited transportation as a barrier.
- 1 in 5 adults experiences a mental health issue annually, impacting job performance and retention.
- According to Harvard Business Review, employees who get professional development opportunities are 15% more engaged and have 34% higher retention.
Are you a job seeker?
Access in-demand training and job opportunities to quickly launch your dream career.
Are you an employer?
Discover and hire diverse local talent with the only workforce development platform designed for scalable businesses like yours.
Broad Range of Wraparound Services
CareerEquity understands that a lack of available wraparound services, such as transportation and childcare, can be a significant barrier to employment for many workforce development graduates.
Here are some of the wraparound support services available on our platform to help job seekers:
Transportation Assistance
Lack of reliable transportation can prevent candidates from reaching their jobs. CareerEquity connects job seekers to:
- Public transit vouchers and subsidies
- Ride-sharing services for last-mile solutions
- Carpool networks and fuel assistance programs
Childcare Support
Affordable and accessible childcare is essential for working parents. CareerEquity helps candidates access:
- Subsidized childcare services
- After-school programs and summer camps Flexible childcare options near job sites
Housing Assistance
Stable housing is critical for workplace success, especially for those underserved segments of the community that many workforce development programs target. CareerEquity links job seekers to:
- Temporary housing programs
- Rent assistance and utility relief programs
- Housing counseling for long-term solutions
Mental Health and Wellness Services
CareerEquity helps job seekers find the mental health support they need to thrive in their new careers. We help by connecting candidates to:
- Counseling and therapy services
- Stress management and resilience training Wellness programs promoting physical and mental well-being
Financial Literacy and Budgeting
We take things a step further by connecting job seekers with resources to help manage their earnings from their new careers effectively. Research shows that financial literacy can lead to long-term stability. CareerEquity offers job seekers connections to:
- Budgeting and savings workshops
- Credit counseling and repair services
- Financial planning resources
Job Readiness Support
We understand that career success goes far beyond landing a job interview. That’s why we offer other areas of training and support, such as:
- Soft skills training programs
- Professional attire training programs
- Resume building and interview preparation workshops
CareerEquity Also Serves
What Sets CareerEquity Apart
Many workforce development programs assist in finding these wraparound services for their job seekers. But here is how CareerEquity takes things to the next level:
Comprehensive Connections
Unlike other workforce development solutions, CareerEquity integrates wraparound services into the career development journey, helping candidates receive holistic support tailored to their needs, at the right time. All in one portal.
Real-Time Tracking
Our platform tracks candidate engagement with wraparound services, providing employers and workforce development partners with clear visibility into how these services drive success. This valuable insight helps workforce development programs invest their money in the right wraparound services that drive the most value.
Seamless Collaboration
Imagine this: workforce development partners, training programs, and wraparound services can all communicate with each other in one ecosystem. For example, workforce development grantors can see the progress of the candidates in training programs, employers can see when talent will be ready to enter the workforce after their training programs, and job seekers can understand what support services they have access to, all in one platform. Talk about seamless collaboration and efficiency!
Proven Results
Our data-driven approach ensures wraparound services translate into measurable job retention, satisfaction, and performance improvements. No more guessing about what programs impact candidates the most. All this knowledge is right at your fingertips!
At CareerEquity, we understand that meaningful employment is about more than skills—it’s about removing barriers. By connecting job seekers with vital wraparound services, we empower them to achieve lasting success.