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Louisiana Workforce Development Program

Starting a Small Business?

Geaux Jobs can help you improve your chances for success whether you are looking to start your own small business or are an established small business owner. Through our workforce development programs, we provide training on a variety of subjects, from marketing and communications to record-keeping and legal and insurance guidelines.

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Career Exploration

Louisiana's Job Search, Made Super Simple

Louisiana Star Jobs is a tool for job seekers to use to identify current, in-demand jobs. Occupations with 3, 4, and 5 stars are considered in demand. Simply slide to your preferred settings then apply online.

Find Your next Job

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Use these free resources to research possible career paths.

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My Life. My Way.

My Life
My Money
My Career

Tools for you to explore careers, calculate how much you want to earn, and discover the cost of living expenses in your location.

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Career Assessment

O*NET OnLine

A simple job search that helps assess job wages and more according to current trends and statistics.

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Helping find the perfect fit for you

Disability Services Resources

Geaux Jobs has a variety of support, training and employment resources for workers with disabilities.

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On-the-Job Training (OJT)

Something for Everyone

Employer-Based Training (EBT) Programs create employment opportunities for individuals needing additional job training while giving them the opportunity to learn the skill associated with a specific job. As an employer, you may be eligible for reimbursement for the On-The-Job Training.

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Geaux Jobs Office Business Center

Equipping you for success with free resources 

Discover Free Online Learning and Training Courses in Our Business Center

Each Geaux Jobs location provides access to a wide variety of free resources you can access through our business center. We have skills analysis, free online learning, training courses, certifications, and vocation assessments to help you determine a good career fit based on your strengths. Our team also helps with resume and interview assistance. We’re always happy to provide you with a workspace where you can develop your job search strategy in a supportive and inclusive environment.

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Job Retention Skills Assistance

LA Works & the Rapid Response Program

Rapid Response is an early intervention service that helps workers who may be affected by major layoffs and plant closings qualify for new jobs. Rapid Response includes reemployment, retraining, and readjustment services and is free for both employers and employees.

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Free Online Courses & Online LEarning

Resource Library

Geaux Jobs offers a variety of free online learning and training courses that can be used to expand your knowledge and skills. There are options to earn a certificate, diploma, or cover a broad range of material to help master a skill set. The Resource Library is a great tool for individuals to expand their skills or resume and employers looking for continuing education and training opportunities for their employees. 

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Small Business Employee Training Program (SBET)

Reimbursements for Employee Training

This program benefits businesses and industry by assisting in the skill development of existing employees through individual, standardized (off-the-shelf) training. After training is completed, employers will be reimbursed up to $3,000 per trainee. Opportunities to secure training are a valuable tool for small business employers.

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Veterans Services 

Louisiana's Job Search, Made Super Simple

Geaux Jobs provides employment assistance and training opportunities for Veterans, as well as, resources to help veterans transfer skills gained in the military and transition into civilian jobs. Opportunities for veterans include job assistance, job and training referral, and job placement.

Our veterans services

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Unemployment Benefits Information

Need Help in a Pinch?

Claimants can find answers about your benefits, rights, responsibilities, or appeal. Employers can find out about benefits, taxes as well as information on how the Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) and North American Free Trade Agreement Transitional Adjustment Assistance (NAFTA-TAA) can work for you. Click here to find out more.

FAQS
Access frequently asked questions about unemployment insurance 
Employees
Discover options for job seekers 
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Learn about important info for employers
Audit information
Contact the tax audit field offices
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Unite Louisiana

Unite Louisiana

Building connections for a healthier Louisiana

Unite Louisiana is a coordinated care network of health and social service providers. Partners in the network are connected through Unite Us‘ shared technology platform, which enables them to send and receive electronic referrals, address people’s social needs and improve health across communities.

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