ICAN is a new employment & training program that grew out a three-year pilot program called Jobs for Independence or JFI.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE
ICAN is available to everyone who gets 3SquaresVT — except those getting Reach Up benefits.
THE HELP THAT'S AVAILABLE
If you qualify, ICAN can help you:
- Conduct job searches
- Connect to employers who are hiring
- Enhance your job finding skills (e.g., resume writing & interviewing)
- Gain new job skills & work experience
- Learn how to achieve industry certifications
- Overcome barriers keeping you from work
HOW TO GET STARTED
Visit a Vermont Department of Labor job Center to enroll. Find your local center online fro the link below.
In addition to the benefits listed above, your local resource center can also provide you with access to computers, the internet, job listings and support.
3SQUARESVT WORK REQUIREMENTS
If you have work requirements to keep getting 3SquaresVT, ICAN can help! While you don't need to go through ICAN to meet your work requirements, the added benefits can help you prepare for & find a life-changing job.
To learn more, read the ICAN brochure below.
ICAN & 3SquaresVT
Two great programs for helping Vermonters when they need it most. Together, they can help you change your life. Getting started with ICAN is easy. Just call or visit a Department of Labor Job Center to start gaining:
• Job skills
• Experience
• Training
• Education
• Certifications
• Financial assistance
- (to repay participation costs)
• Self confidence
If you have work requirements, participating in ICAN could help you keep your 3SquaresVT benefits.
EVERYONE BENEFITS FROM ICAN!
Vermonters get support to find the right job
Employers find much-needed workers
Money goes into local economy
Family futures change for the better
