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WIA and Welfare Overview

1. Title I and Welfare Program Operator Agreement

The Workforce Investment Board chose the Lancaster Employment and Training Agency (LETA) as the provider of customer services for Title I and Welfare funds in 1998. Since that time, the Workforce Investment Board has solidified the relationship between LETA and the Workforce Investment Board by outlining the roles, responsibilities, and expectations of both parties. The term of the Agreement is from July 1, 2008 - June 30, 2009.

Performance Measures:

Title I PY ‘08Goal
Adult Employment 86%
Adult Employment Retention 87%
Adult 6 mos. earnings $13,750
Dislocated Worker Employment 91%
Dislocated Worker Retention 93%
Dislocated Worker 6 mos. earnings $16,750

 

Welfare Program Goals

Career Development Work Support
Job Placement Rate 70% 70%
Job Retention Rate 70% 70%
Average Wage at Placement $8.00 $8.00
Medical Benefits 50% 50%
Work Participation Rate 85%
Program Retention Rate 85%

2. Employment, Advancement and Retention Network (EARN) Retention Agreement

Retention and advancement in employment are becoming increasingly important to welfare customers and funding sources. This contract with Neighborhood Services focuses on the post-placement phase of welfare activities after customers receive services through LETA. The term of the Agreement is July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009.

Performance Measure: at least 70% of the customers enrolled in the project must retain employment for at least six months.
 

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