Fields Partners with Community Groups on Jobs Training Program
MADISON –State Representative Jason Fields (D-Milwaukee) announced today the launch of the Skilled Training Opportunities Pilot Program (STOPP) in partnership with Project Restoration, the Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership (WRTP/Big Step) and the Community Corrections Employment Program (CCEP).
“This program will ensure that ex-offenders have the necessary skills to get and retain family supporting jobs,” stated Rep. Fields. “I am proud to work with local groups to bring this program to Milwaukee and make it happen.”
CCEP has recruited 12 individuals to participate in STOPP beginning Monday, June 20th. STOPP will assist ex-offenders with driver’s license reinstatement and child support modification. The program will provide workshops in job readiness, computer readiness, financial literacy, and daily life skills. Project Restoration will provide the soft skills training for STOPP. The training program is 8 hours a day for 24 weeks.
“Project Restorations’ mission is to provide these individuals with the tools to restore lives and equip them with the resources necessary to obtain gainful employment,” said Pastor Walter Fields, Project Restoration.
After completing STOPP, WRTP/Big Step will work with the individuals to get industry certifications to qualify for jobs and apprenticeships.
“This is an example of an effective workforce partnership that efficiently leverages public and private resources to create a community workforce pipeline to meet the employer demands and create career opportunities that help the community,” Earl Buford, President, CEO of WRTP/Big Step.
For employers and others interested in participating in the program contact Terrance Evans, Dept. of Corrections at 414-229-0737 or Wilma.evans@wisconsin.gov.