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Migrant Seasonal Farmworker Program offered at  OIC of Washington in Yakima

815 Fruitvale Boulevard, Yakima, WA 98902

Eligibility

Those that have worked directly with raw fruit within the last 24 months.. Must be a disadvantaged seasonal agricultural worker or dependent of an agricultural worker in the last 24 months. Must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Hours

M-F, 8am-5pm.
https://www.yvoic.org/services/housing/
[email protected]

Languages

Spanish

Application process

Call or visit to apply. Individuals must go through an intake process, attend an orientation, and become a client to receive assistance.

Fees

None.

Service area

Yakima, WA

Description

Provides job training and job search assistance for unemployed farm workers, as well as financial assistance for rent, toiletries, and gas funds for work or job search. Assists with job training, employability development assistance, and other related assistance that supports farmworkers and their families at addressing urgent needs.

Providing organization

OIC of Washington

Opportunities Industrialization Center (OIC) of Washington is a nonprofit Community Action Agency dedicated to expanding access to education, career training, and supportive services for individuals and families across Central and Eastern Washington. From our headquarters in Yakima and service sites in Moses Lake, Pasco, Sunnyside, Mt. Vernon, and Wenatchee, we provide opportunities that help people gain skills, secure employment, and strengthen their economic stability. We offer a wide range of programs, including: -Career Training & Workforce Development (Construction, CDL, Culinary Arts, Flagger Training, Forklift Training, & Career Counseling) -Youth Programs (out-of-school time activities, leadership development, mentoring, and early career exploration) -Education Services (GED support, tuition assistance, financial literacy, FAFSA/WASFA help) -Housing & Community Support (utility assistance, housing counseling, food distribution)