Other Support Services
Support employees with job training, childcare, and assistance programs to help families achieve long-term stability
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Subsidized training/job opportunities for low-income Tennesseans.
Description:
Through the Families First program (Tennessee's TANF initiative), TDHS collaborates with employers to provide subsidized employment opportunities for low-income families, along with supportive services. Employers benefit from DHS subsidies to offset wages during training periods, and supportive services for employees, like childcare.
Eligibility:
Employers must provide real work opportunities aligned with participants’ career goals; work with DHS/providers on wage subsidies and support; provide supervision and pathway to long-term employment.
Workplace accommodations, training for employees with disabilities.
Description:
Assists individuals with disabilities in preparing for, obtaining, and maintaining employment. Supports employers in hiring and accommodating employees with disabilities. Benefits include access to a diverse talent pool, assistance with accommodations and training, and support in creating inclusive workplaces.
Eligibility:
Open to hiring individuals with disabilities; collaborate with VR counselors; can participate in work-based learning or internships.
Funding and technical assistance for employer-sponsored childcare.
Description:
In partnership with childcare providers, employers can work with TDHS' Child Care Services Unit to receive funding and technical assistance to create employer-sponsored childcare services. Financial assistance is available to help eligible employees in need of high-quality and affordable childcare.
Eligibility:
Partner with a nonprofit or for-profit childcare organization; employer commits to paying costs associated with designated new slots available to its workforce.
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