CareerSource Heartland provides many resources and services to those searching for a job.

They provide the following:

• Assistive technology for individuals with disabilities
• Computers with Internet access
• Employability skills Workshops
• Facsimile and copying services
• Information on educational and training opportunities and financial resources
• Information on Veteran Services, Trade Act Services, and the Migrant Seasonal Farm Worker Program
• Initial assessment of skill levels, aptitudes, and abilities
• Job search and placement assistance
• Labor Market Information
• Posted classified ad & other job openings
• Specific resources to Veterans
• State and local business job applications
• Videos on various employment topics
• Workspace and phone access

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CareerSource Heartland provides Veterans Services. They offer these services in DeSoto, Hardee and Highlands. They offer a wealth of resources.

Eligible veterans may receive but are not limited to the following services:

• Employment/Career Choice Counseling
• Initial Assessment
• Job Registration
• Job Search and Placement Assistance
• Labor Market Information
• Resource Referrals
• Vocational and Interest/Aptitude Testing

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Unemployment Compensation (UC) program provides temporary wage replacement to qualified individuals who are out of work through no fault of their own. You can file a claim on the website. You can also file an appeal on a denied claim.

Employ Florida Marketplace connects job seekers and employers. It has links to job training and education. Contact for more information or see website.

For Job Seekers

Create a resume
Research career and wage information
Find training programs
Conduct and save job searches
Receive automatic job notifications
Connect to local workforce experts

For Businesses

Post and manage job openings
Search candidates by skills, experience or region
Research labor market information
Learn about training grant opportunities
Connect to local workforce experts

This program may be able to offer various mental health services.

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Services offered by Peace River Center include:

• 24-hour Crisis Hotline services
• Adult Residential Treatment
• Crisis Stabilization Unit
• Domestic Violence and Rape Recovery programs
• Outpatient Counseling
• Psychiatric / Medical
• Substance Abuse

Additional Location:
213 East Orange Street
Suite B
Wauchula, Florida
33873
United States
863.413.2708

USAJOBS has listings of open jobs with the U.S. Government. They are here and abroad. Please see the website for more information.

The USAJOBS customer support desk (email only) is available:
Mon - Fri 7:00AM - 8:00PM
Sat & Sun 8:00AM - 4:00PM

Comments and questions submitted on the contact page should be answered within one business day.

In Florida, the TANF (or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) work program is called the Welfare Transition Program. It is run by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. The program helps welfare recipients move from welfare to work. The goal of the program places importance on work and self-sufficiency. And on personal responsibility. To meet these goals a variety of support services and programs were created. The funding came from both federal and state. There are requirements that must be met to participate in this program.