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Workforce Connections
Your bi-monthly digest of resources, events, and all things Workforce Development in Lancaster County
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September/October 2024 Edition | | |
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In the News...
Senate Appropriations Committee Approves FY25 Funding for Labor, HHS, Education
| On August 1st, 2024, the Senate Appropriations Committee approved the Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education FY 25 funding bill. If passed by the full Senate and House, the bill would provide funding for programs under the Department of Labor and Industry, including WIOA. The Pennsylvania Workforce Development Association is following closely as the appropriations bills move through the legislative process. For the time being, the House and Senate have left for their August recess. | |  |
LCWDB Partners Recognized for Success | |
Millersville University and Precision Cobotics, LLC were awarded the Business Education Partnership Award by the Lancaster STEM Alliance for their program, Robotic WorX. The program, partly sponsored by the LCWDB, provides onsite experience, career exploration and internships in automation.
Robotic WorX recently received a $200K grant from the PA Department of Community & Economic Development to fund its program until 2026. LCWDB looks forward to continuing our support for great initiatives like this in the future.
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EDC Insights: Exploring the Local Economy | |
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Sponsored by the LCWDB, the EDC Center for Regional Analysis recently conducted a Lancaster County Workforce Update, providing valuable insights into current labor trends and challenges. The report reveals that shifts in age demographics are both challenging and present opportunities for the local labor market. Between 2000 and 2020, Lancaster County saw a reduction of 34,500 in the population aged 25 to 54, a prime working age, while those aged 55 and over increased by 9.7%. This demographic shift is impacting local industries at varying rates.
For more details on these trends and their implications, click HERE.
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Rep. Mike Sturla and Rep. Ismail Smith Wade-El's 13th Annual Back to School Event | |
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On Sunday, August 18th, families, students, community members from Lancaster, Manheim Township, Hempfield and Penn Manor were brought together for a day of preparation, support, and celebration as the new academic year approaches.
As a beloved annual tradition in Lancaster, the Back to School event equipped students with essential resources. Featuring activities such as school supply giveaways, free haircuts, health screenings, and informational booths, the event provided families with everything they needed to prepare their children for the new school year.
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Attending the event alongside PA CareerLink® Lancaster County, the Lancaster County Workforce Development Board showcased one of our key initiatives—Career Ready Lancaster! (CRL!).
As part of our commitment to building a stronger, more skilled workforce for the county, CRL! connects local businesses and educators to create innovative and diverse career exploration opportunities for students from elementary through postsecondary levels, helping them discover and pursue their passions. Additionally, CRL! offers mentorship and internship opportunities for college students and adults, providing them with guidance and valuable experience as they embark on their careers.
Parents and children who visited our booth enjoyed the activities and left with valuable information and resources for both themselves and their children. It was exciting to see parents take an interest in learning more about our programs. We look forward to participating in this amazing event again next year.
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Rapid Response session for Retreat Behavioral Health Center employees | |
Quarterly Connections Meeting | | |
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To kick off the new program year with enthusiasm, the CRL! Quarterly Connections meeting was held in the evening at ABC Keystone, featuring a casual networking format. Stakeholders and participants gathered in groups to share ideas and discuss potential partnerships in workforce development and career pathways.
A video project by students from Pennsylvania College of Art & Design, showcasing Lancaster County's economy and its abundant job opportunities, was also presented at the meeting, sparking great interest and excitement among the audience.
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Save the Date!
Our next CRL! Connections meeting is almost here. Join us on
October 25th at 8 AM.
St. Joseph's University - 850 Greenfield Road, Lancaster, PA 17601
Connect with us on Facebook for updated information.
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Being a part of our workforce community AND the local community helps us lead the conversation in workforce for Lancaster County!
Over the past few months our staff:
- Attended EDC Insights: Exploring the Local Economy event with Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia and EDC's Center for Regional Analysis.
- Attended the July Member meeting by the Southern Lancaster Chamber.
- Attended the Lunch & Learn by the Northern Lancaster Chamber.
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Partnered with EDC Lancaster County to provide essential information on workforce development at the Northeast/Northwest Consortium by the Lancaster Chamber.
- Attended the Leadercast – Super Teams! by the Lancaster Chamber to learn about leadership and improving workplace culture.
- Attended the Certified Business Services Consultant Training by PAWDA to improve their knowledge and skills on Business Services.
- Attended the Workforce and Career Development Certification Training by PAWDA to learn about fundamental skills and competencies required for the effective delivery of high-quality career development services.
And so much more!
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The Lancaster County Workforce Development Board is your premier source for Labor Market Information (LMI).
Accurate, objective, relevant, timely, and accessible workforce and labor market information is critical for:
• Building a skilled workforce that spurs business competitiveness and economic growth
• Strengthening career pathways and guiding skill attainment for good jobs, economic opportunity, and career growth
• Understanding the rapidly changing nature of work and how it impacts the workforce and U.S. and local economies
• Spending workforce training and education funds effectively.
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- In the past three months, top employers in the healthcare and manufacturing sectors included Penn State Health, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health, Aerotek, and GlaxoSmithKline.
- Employers are particularly seeking candidates for registered nurse and retail salesperson roles.
- Lancaster led in job postings, with Lititz and Ephrata following closely.
- There are currently over 10,000 full-time positions open.
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Join Us for the Workforce 2030 Summit | | |
Lancaster County Workforce Development Board | www.lancastercountywib.com
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Auxiliary aids and services upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Program.
Language services available free of cost. TTY: (717) 391-3570
Program funded with federal dollars. For detailed information, click here.
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