The Family Workforce Development Division of the Summit County Department of Job and Family Services (SCDJFS) assists individuals in the Ohio Works First (OWF) and Food Stamp programs with job skills training, work experience job placement and supportive services. OWF and Food Stamp programs require participation in education, training or work experience to receive benefits. The hope is that through participation clients will become self-sufficient.

Family Workforce Development offers OWF and Food Stamp clients the opportunity to increase or add to their skills, gain valuable work experience, and/or obtain employment. Our programs reflect the expectation of a work environment; this assists in developing successful work habits and job retention. We understand that to develop today’s workforce we must start with the basics. 

Our Job Developers market clients to area employers so they are aware of this untapped resource that potential clients can bring to the workforce… We ask for the support of local businesses in providing; work experience internship opportunities or employment to our clients.   

At SCDJFS, we have made a concerted effort to assist in eliminating barriers such as childcare and transportation. These efforts include improving the childcare application process by eliminating the need for a face-to-face interview, and contracting with Metro Transit to work with employers and client in customizing transportation needs.

At Summit County Department of Job and Family Services, we are working to help families achieve a higher quality of life and support families through their transition to independence. We know that strong families build strong communities, which benefit everyone.