Looking for a new Job or Career?

WorkOne Western Indiana serves job seekers at all stages of their career.  

Whether looking for your first job, considering an employment change, or developing your career plan, WorkOne can be your source for information, referrals, and other services.  All of these services are free of charge and confidentiality is assured.

You do not have to be unemployed to access WorkOne services.   While some programs require a visit to your WorkOne Center, lots of helpful information and career-development tools are available online. 

Get the Resources To Help Plan Your Career

WorkOne offers many resources to help you develop a plan for your career. We have tools to assess your skills and interests. Details on current job opportunities and prospects for occupations and industries (including salary ranges) are also available.

Find a Job

Explore current job openings through IndianaCareerConnect.com. You can look for jobs, in numerous industries, and every level.  Use Indiana Career Connect to identify skills, interests and experience to create a customized job matching profile specifically for you. Learn about education, training or other support that may help you get a better job.

Use Tools To Measure and Improve Your Skills

WorkOne administers WorkKeys assessments for many local employers.  WorkKeys assessments measure basic skills such as reading, math, locating information, teamwork and applied technologies. We can also provide instructional support to improve your skills prior to taking these tests.

Resources for Job Seekers

Make your WorkOne Center the next stop for Job Seeker Resources such as assistance with job searches, help in writing resumes and cover letters, free use of our computers, and our onsite Information Resource Area.

Programs for Special Circumstances

Are you a military veteran, over 55, or a person with disabilities that affect employability? Have you lost your job through no fault of your own? We may have a program especially for you. Ask your Employment Advisor for additional information.

Explore Education and Training

You may be eligible for additional tuition or training assistance to help you ge the skills, knowledge or certification needed to improve your career.  Please visit your local WorkOne to discuss whether you qualify.

Indiana Unemployment

ID Me Information

Unemployment Brochure - English

Unemployment Brochure-Spanish

Contact methods are:

• Email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• Phone at 1-800-891-6499

Unemployment Insurance Call Center: 1-(800)-891-6499

WorkOne has the tools to help you find your next job.  Whether you are working directly with an Employment Advisor, attending a workshop, or using one of our online tools, WorkOne provides assistance in all areas of your search.

Job Search

IndianaCareerConnect.com

Indiana's overall WorkOne effort has used its statewide infrastructure to develop a job-search system that uses advanced software and database technology to provide Hoosiers with lightning quick responses to key word and location searches for open jobs. Launched in July 2008, IndianaCareerConnect.com is the best place on the World Wide Web for locating openings in Indiana — and there are no charges at all for individuals to search for jobs.  We can help you utilize all of the features available to you on IndianaCareerConnect.com.

• Job Search Strategies
• Resume Creation
• Skills Matching
• Virtual Recruiters to e-mail or text you when new jobs are added
• Career Exploration and Labor Market Information

Resume Creation And Effective Cover Letters

With today's competitive job market, having a great resume is more important than ever.  Attend a Resume Development workshop to learn about strategies to develop a great resume.  We can also help you write effective cover letters to highlight your skills and qualifications.

Interview Skills

Improve your interview skills by attending an interview skills workshop.  Learn about answers to avoid and practice answering the tough questions.

Public Use Computers

Each WorkOne location has computers available for you to use for job searches, resume creation, etc.

Education and Training

Do you need additional training to improve your qualifications for your next career?  Is there a certification available that will make you more marketable to employers?  Do you need help obtaining your GED?  Based on your eligibility, WorkOne may be able to provide assistance.

Are you curious about what what our local employers produce or what it would be like to work for them?  Check out some examples of our great employers.

Great Dane

For more information visit https://greatdane.com/

Indiana Department of Correction
Wabash Valley Correctional Facility

for more information visit: https://workforindiana.in.gov/

Phoenix Closures

 For more information visit: https://phxpkg.com/

Raybestos Powertrain

To view current openings with Raybestos, visit: https://www.raybestospowertrain.com/sullivan

 Taghleef Industries

 For more information about Taghleef visit: https://www.ti-films.com/

Technifab

 For more informaiton, visit https://technifab.com/careers/

Formerly GED

Indiana Adult Education programs provide math, reading, and writing instruction free of charge to help you acquire the skills needed to earn your High School Equivalency Diploma, go to college, or enter an entry-level occupational certification program. You can even earn a High School Equivalency Diploma and an occupational certificate at the same time through our WorkINdiana program, allowing you to get back to work or switch careers quickly. Employers want individuals with experience and training. A High School Diploma or a High School Equivalency Diploma alone may not be enough to get the job you need. Take your skills to the next level with WorkINdiana. The WorkINdiana program allows you to earn your High School Equivalency or improve your literacy in an Adult Education classroom, and earn a career certificate, giving you the boost you need to get the job you want. The certification programs available in Region 7 are related to the Advanced Manufacturing, Business Administration, Transportation and Logistics and Health Care industry sectors. Contact a nearby adult education program listed on this page and schedule an appointment to enroll today. While deciding on your future plans, explore your career interests and skills online free of charge at Indiana Career Explorer.

Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for all inquiries, including questions regarding the new Indiana High School Equivalency.

Region 7: Adult Education Programs

Region 7 serves Clay, Parke, Putnam, Sullivan, Vermillion and Vigo Counties

Clay County – Clay Community Schools Adult Education ABE/HSE/Literacy

Goals Academy  
Address: 501 E Jackson Street,
Brazil, IN 47834
Phone: (812) 446-2536
Hours Available: M-Th 8:30 AM-1:30 PM, 4:00 PM-6:00 PM

REIN Center
Address: 700 Main Street,
Clay City, IN 47841
Phone: (812) 446-2536 
Hours Available: M 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM, T 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

Website: https://in02200674.schoolwires.net/domain/8253
                  https://www.facebook.com/GOALSacademy

Putnam County – Area 30 Career Center ABE/HSE/ELL/Career Training

Area 30 Adult Education Program
Address: 1 N Calbert Way, Suite A,
Greencastle, IN 46135
Phone: (765) 653-3515 Extension 2137
Hours Available: M-F 9:00 AM-3:30 PM; Evening classes by appointment

Website: https://area30adulted.org/

Sullivan County – Wagler Education

Sweet Pea's Cafe
Address: 13 W Jackson Street,
Sullivan, IN 47882
Phone (812) 846-5700
Hours Available: M 9:00 AM-12:00 PM and W 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. 
Distance learning is also available.

Website: www.waglereducation.com
 

Vigo County Adult Education ABE/HSE/Literacy

VCSC Learning Lab
Address: 55 S. Brown Avenue
Terre Haute, IN 47803
Phone: (812) 462-4070
Hours Available: Please call or visit website for full schedule of classes

Website: https://web.vigoschools.org/students/adult-education/

Parke County Adult Education:

Rockville Classroom – Parke County Learning Center 
Address: 519 N Lincoln Rd (US 41 N)
Rockville, IN 47872
Phone: (765) 569-1065
Rockville Classroom Hours:  M/W 12:00 – 7:00, Tue/Thu 12:00 – 5:00

Parke County Jail 
Address: 458 Strawberry Rd
Rockville, IN 47872
Phone: (765) 569-1065
Rockville Classroom Hours: T - 3:30pm

ParkeVermillionAdultEd.org

Vermillion County:

Clinton Public Library
Address: 313 S 4th Street
Clinton, IN 47842 Phone: (812) 236-1644
Hours Available: M/W - 12:00 PM-2:30 PM

Clinton WorkOne Office
Address: 306 S Main Street,
Clinton, IN 47842 Phone: (765) 832-3523
Hours Available: M 3:00 PM-6:00 PM T/W 3:00 PM-8:00 PM

Wabash River Career & Technical Education
(WRCTE) ABE/HSE/Literacy

Address: 615 E Strawberry Road,
Montezuma, IN 47862
Phone: (765) 245-2870 Hours Available: M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Website: http://www.wrcte.org/

Adult Basic Education provides courses focused on reading, language, writing and math skills. These courses provide Hoosiers the opportunity to pursue a HSE Certificate of Achievement free of charge. Our goal is to help adults gain the skills needed to pursue their career goals.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)

English as a Second Language classes are designed to provide English language instruction to non- English speaking adults. The courses provide information needed to understand and function in an English-speaking culture.

EL/CIVICS

This program helps individuals with limited English proficiency understand employment in Indiana. Instruction may include career choice, in-demand job opportunities, governmental and educational resources for employment and training.

ADULT SECONDARY CREDIT (ASC)

This program provides students who did not finish high school with the opportunity to return as adults and complete credits toward a regular high school diploma.

WorkOne offers numerous features to help to assess your skills.

WorkKeys

Workkeys is a national testing system used by many local employers.  WorkKeys offers employers 11 different tests which can be used to help employers identify the best candidates for their positions.  The most common tests given by employers in our area are:

National Career Readiness Certificate

In addition to the specific testing requested by employers, WorkOne also offers its clients 18 years and older the opportunity to complete the testing required to obtain the National Career Readiness Certificate.  This certificate tests clients on:

• Applied Mathematics
• Graphic Literacy
• Workplace Documents

After completing the National Career Readiness Certificate test, you will receive a certificate indicating your level of performance:

• Platinum
• Gold
• Silver
• Bronze

Ask you local Employment Advisor about the benefits of taking the National Career Readiness Certificate test.

WIN

Before taking a WorkKeys test or testing for the National Career Readiness Certificate, you can sign up for our online practice program.  WIN is a computerized practice program that will allow you to practice these topics.  By practicing, you will be better prepared to succeed on the test.

Utilize the system to explore your interests and career options and identify your work skills and values.
www.indianacareerexplorer.com

www.indianacareerconnect.com offers several assessment tools which will help you identify and highlight your skills to an employer.

The Test of Adult Basic Education

(TABE) covers math, reading and language comprehension. TABE is designed to measure achievement of basic skills commonly found in adult basic education curriculum and taught in instructional programs.