Upper Cumberland Workforce Connection wants $100,000 from the city of Cookeville to employ two workforce re-entry specialists. Executive Director Becky Hull said the specialists would be tasked with helping people re-enter the workforce after being incarcerated. Specialists would work with individuals to get them employed. Hull said the specialists would also hold individuals accountable so they do not allow setbacks ... Read More »
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Workforce Development Expects More HS Students To Enter Workforce
The Upper Cumberland Workforce Development is preparing for an influx of high school students entering the workforce. Executive Director Becky Hull said Federal Student Aid completion rates are down about 20 percent in Putnam County. Hull said while the decrease may seem discouraging, these students could fill worker shortages. “Well, I definitely think it will definitely be a positive effect ... Read More »
Workforce Development’s Biggest Challenge Is Lack Of In-Person Interactions
Upper Cumberland Workforce Development Executive Director Becky Hull said face to face interactions being restricted has been a challenge when helping workers find jobs. “When you are working with someone who is looking to go back to school or has some type of barrier to employment whether it is soft skills, job interviewing skills, whatever the barrier is,” Hull said. ... Read More »