A week ago, Governor Holcomb announced a new state initiative aimed at helping Hoosiers get back to work with resources to support individuals, businesses and communities in navigating the post-pandemic economy. Indiana’s “Rapid Recovery for a Better Future” effort is centered on meeting individual needs by providing comprehensive support for Hoosiers to secure a job, assess and grow their skills, and get the assistance they need to get back on their feet.
An online hub, YourNextStepIn.org, is the vehicle for that one-on-one support. Federal funding through the CARES Act injects $50 million into the efforts to scale up short-term education and training opportunities through Next Level Jobs grants and expanded career coaching for those who need help figuring out their next steps.
In partnership with the Indiana Chamber, the initiative also offers enhanced, consolidated and simplified resources for employers, including those provided through the Chamber’s Institute for Workforce Excellence and related Road to Recovery resources for businesses impacted by COVID-19.
The Chamber’s Road to Recovery center outlines guidance for getting employees back to work safely and includes a collection of free webinars that can be accessed immediately. A special emphasis is on the mental health of all in the workplace through our Wellness Council. Virtual internships are also something employers can consider through Indiana INTERNnet. These are among the available programs we have to help Hoosier companies emerge from the pandemic.
Resource: Jason Bearce at (317) 264-6880 or email: jbearce@indianachamber.com
