In Attendance
· Wolf Ametsbichler, Missoula Job Service
· Michelle Dorsey, Missoula Job Service
· Mark Cumming, Vocational Rehabilitation
· Michelle Parks, Childcare Resources
· Maggie Driscoll, Human Resource Council
· Monique Fortmann, Lifelong Learning Center
· Jodi Rasmussen, Lifelong Learning Center
Agenda
CMT Chair Succession
Saundra Long stepped down as Chair of the CMT, and Wolf Ametsbichler was named CMT Chair. Michelle Dorsey (Missoula Job Service) is the new secretary.
Full CMT Group Meeting Planned
A tentative date range of September 18 - 20 at 8 a.m. was set for a full CMT meeting, depending on the availability of guest speakers related to the COT South Campus expansion.
CMT Cross-training Event and Re-energizing
A tentative date of November 22 from 1 – 4 p.m. was set for a CMT cross-training event. The date and time will be confirmed at the full CMT meeting in September. Possible collaboration with Big Sky SHRM was discussed. A survey to assess training needs in the greater CMT is undergoing final revisions and will be presented at the full CMT meeting in September.
One-Stop Recertification
The SWIB is planning on streamlining the One-Stop certification process. The timeline for One-Stop recertification for the Missoula Area Workforce System is September through October.
News
Wolf – Missoula Job Service
Congress passed an Unemployment Insurance benefits extension in February that required certain UI recipients come in to their local Job Service for mandatory appointments. They must complete a work search survey prior to attending. If they fail to attend the meeting or reschedule, their benefits are cut off until they comply. The Job Service has developed a streamlined process to accommodate the scheduled meetings.
Incumbent Worker Training visits are up as word of the program spreads through the area. Employers can contact Cassie at the Job Service for more information. On-the-job Training contracts have reached $225,000.
Monique and Jodie – Lifelong Learning Center
Summer schedule will be light and is coming together. Most classes will be in July and August. The LLC has hired a new adult and family literacy instructor. The LLC received a TANF Education Support grant that will run through June 30, 2013. Twenty iPads and several PCs were purchased for classroom use. The LLC is preparing for changes to the GED in 2014. The new GED test will be computer based, focus more on depth of knowledge and cost more than the current test. The LLC will begin a PR campaign in January to raise awareness on the coming changes.
Mark – Vocational Rehabilitation
Voc Rehab is noticing an increase in clients as the disability population shifts to western Montana. Many people are receiving training in the area and moving to the North Dakota oil fields. Many referrals are coming from the schools. Voc Rehab is looking to collaborate with the Trapper Creek Job Corp. in the future. The Director is looking into social media and iPad use. Voc Rehab was recently able to hire a new counselor from Ohio.
Michelle – Child Care Resources
CCR is hiring a receptionist, administrative assistant and a new trainer. The website is being updated and new online classes will be available soon. The Legally Certified Provider orientation is moving to online only. Caseloads are down, possibly because people are still unemployed. CCR is spending $3,000 - $4,000 a month providing job search childcare because grants won’t cover the cost unless someone is actually employed; the success rate is low because only 32 hours of childcare are provided. A childcare station is available at CCR for job seekers. With the legislative season starting next year, CCR is focused on maintaining their lack of waiting list and securing raises for providers.
Maggie – Human Resource Council
HRC is also seeing an increase in people with disabilities being referred. About 70 percent of referrals are coming from the schools. The Energy Share program will continue for another month. Summer youth Recovery Act money has dried up. HRC is seeing 70 – 90 kids being fed in Mineral County.
