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The sites below are additional resources to assist your job search or find support while you’re looking for work. Clicking on them will take you to information not maintained by WorkSource Portland Metro.

Social Service Programs

Oregon Helps
Information about social service programs for Oregon families and children.

Oregon Safenet
Links low-income Oregonians to healthcare and social services.

211 Info
A health and human services directory for Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington.

Finances & Budgeting

Annual Credit Report.com
Get free annual credit reports.

Hands On Banking Courses
Basic money management tutorials.

My Money Management
Connections to lots of money management resources.

Oregon Individual Development Account Initiative
Individual Development Accounts (IDA) offer low-income Oregonians a way to increase financial security.

Wiser Women
Information about saving, investing, retirement planning and managing finances.

Job Seeker Resources

Ticket to Work Program
A program available to people ages 18 through 64 who are blind or have a disability and who receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.

TriMet Hop Pass
Ask about getting a FREE ($3.00 value) Hop Pass at WorkSource! TriMet is transitioning to a paperless system that allows riders to load a card (the Hop Pass) with a variety of fare options. You can find more information about the Hop Pass and register your card here: https://myhopcard.com/home/#/.

My WorkSource

My WorkSource allows users to manage a portfolio of employment related tools and activities. Explore this website and take advantage of a variety of online resources and interactive tools, and learn how WorkSource can help you.

View and sign-up for workshops to improve your skills.
Explore your employment and career goals.
Access online learning tools.
Access tools to improve and save your resumes and cover letters.
Search for jobs and maintain a job application log in your portfolio.

Events

WorkSource Facebook Group (Events Page)

Other Resources

WorkSource Oregon Job Seeker Resources
Oregon Labor Market Information System
Oregon Unemployment Insurance
Links to More Resources

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WorkSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
To place a free relay call in Oregon dial 711.
This program financed in whole or in part with funds provided by the U.S. Department of Labor.

In keeping with guidance from government agencies and public health officials, WorkSource is practicing social distancing and offering services remotely. The following changes are in effect:

All Oregon WorkSource offices are closed to the public.
Workshops are available through remote delivery options in English and Spanish: register here.
Webinar "Community Resources - How to find what you need during COVID-19" Wednesday 11am-12pm, bi-weekly. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zUbCIWjQRqWai0qlV0CLPQ
For information on Unemployment Insurance benefits due to COVID-19 employment disruptions visit: https://www.oregon.gov/employ/Pages/COVID-19.aspx.
To discuss your employment and training needs, please email the center to setup a telephone appointment:
- WorkSource Beaverton/Hillsboro
  wcskills-training-group@pcc.edu
- Central City Concern (Express Center)
  skillsteam@irco.org
- WorkSource Gresham
  skillsteam@mhcc.edu
- WorkSource Portland Metro N/NE
  skillsteam@irco.org
- WorkSource Portland Metro SE
  skillsteam@seworks.org
- WorkSource Tualatin
  wcskills-training-group@pcc.edu

As part of our response to the COVID-19 Economic Emergency we are supporting resource and service phone lines for the general public and current customers. In partnership with multiple WorkSource and community-based service providers, the COVID Workforce Response Lines will serve as an easily accessible connection to workforce services and related resources while other access points (libraries, WorkSource Centers, etc.) are closed due to social distancing guidelines.

Two phone lines have been established: One serves residents of Multnomah County and The City of Portland. The other serves residents of Washington County.

The City of Portland and Multnomah County COVID Response Line: (503) 714-5989

Washington County Workforce COVID Response Line: (503) 766-5696

Hours of operation: Tues. and Thurs., 9:00-12:00 and Mon., Wed., Fri. 1:00-5:00

Languages: Spanish, English and other languages through a translation service

Available Services:

General Assistance related to workforce system services and other resources (childcare, food assistance, housing, etc.)
Unemployment Insurance Information and Support:
1. Information related to filing a claim
2. Provide updates about filing claims
3. Help explain application questions
4. Help with understanding new rule changes under COVID-19
We CANNOT fill out a claim for you, determine your eligibility, or look up a previously filed claim. We CANNOT help individuals who have already filed a claim. If you have received a letter from the State of Oregon that there is an error on your claim, your claim is on hold or has been denied, follow this link for information or contact the Unemployment Claims Center at 1-877-FILE-4-UI.
Remote TriMet Low-Income Fare Enrollment. Individuals will need to have computer/internet access or a mobile device to do eligibility by video conference.
Job Information - Many employers are currently hiring such as grocery stores, manufacturers and delivery positions. We can provide leads for openings that are updated daily.
Direct you to information about applying for SNAP benefits - We cannot complete a SNAP application for you or determine your eligibility.

Update as of 02/02/2021