News and Success Stories

Jeana goes out of her way to make customers comfortable by greeting everyone with a smile and a pleasant voice and by consistently maintaining a positive attitude. She is a top-notch multi-tasker, serving multiple customers at a time and never misses a step in the registration process, or for any other need in the service…

Michigan Works! Southwest, in partnership with Pulse, has been selected to lead one of 16 teams nationwide chosen to participate in the U.S. Department of Labor’s first Job Quality Academy. The academy brings teams led by workforce boards and agencies from across the country together to share expertise and develop plans to enhance good jobs…

Michigan Works! Southwest, in partnership with Pulse, is excited to announce selection to participate in the United States Department of Labor’s Job Quality Academy, alongside 15 other teams, selected competitively, representing communities across the nation.

The Michigan Works! Southwest team wishes to congratulate April Hamilton on being selected as the Shining Star for the month of April.

Geovany demonstrates patience and compassion when working with difficult customers and consistently displays a positive attitude. He is always willing to help others and strives to make not only customers, but also his co-workers feel welcome. Geovany has the ability to relate to others and he actively listens to understand. When confronted with challenging situations,…

Danielle consistently goes above and beyond expectations when providing services to individuals in the Branch County community and proficiently serves a high number of non-English speaking customers. along with her daily workload, she has continuously shown exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills. Danielle’s nominator noted that she is well equipped to endure the rigors of career…

April is a valued member of the Michigan Works! Southwest team in her role as an ERN Success Coach. April’s nominator described her as someone who has a kind heart, is always willing to jump in and help her team, and continually strives to grow professionally. April’s recent interactions with two new employers resulted in…

Employers and job seekers could be left with fewer Michigan Works! staff and locations to serve them if the proposed Wagner-Peyser Staffing Act rule is implemented.

The Workforce Development Board for Michigan Works! Southwest announces the award of a Going PRO Talent Fund Industry-Led Collaborative (ILC) grant totaling $138,065.

Michigan Works! Southwest launched a series of brand-new financial literacy workshops for adults facing financial barriers, those looking to connect with a banking institution, or are seeking a fresh perspective on managing finances.

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