Setting you up for long-term success

On-The-Job Training

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Turn Promising Candidates Into Perfect Fits 

On-the-Job Training (OJT) provides you the opportunity to train new employees on the specific knowledge and skills essential to achieve full job performance. This type of training bridges the gap between a candidate’s existing abilities and your exact requirements, allowing you to develop the specialized talent you need.

How On-the-Job Training Works

Hire First, Train Second 

• Permanently hire candidates who have some, but not all, required skills 
• New employees work and earn full wages while receiving targeted training 
• Public funds reimburse you for the investment in developing their capabilities 

Immediate Workforce Addition 

• Candidates become your employees from day one 
• No temporary or trial periods—they’re part of your team immediately 
• Continue normal operations while building the skills you need 

Ideal For Employers Who: 

• Need to fill positions quickly but can’t find candidates with 100% of required skills 
• Want to ensure new hires are trained to their exact specifications 
• Prefer hands-on, practical training over classroom-based learning 
• Have experienced supervisors who can provide effective mentorship 
• Operate in industries with specialized equipment, processes, or protocols 

Financial Benefits 

Significant Cost Savings 

• Up to 50% wage reimbursement for training period 
• Maximum training duration: Six months or 1,040 hours 
• Funding covers new hires only (not existing employee development) 

Reimbursement Levels 

• Greater Cleveland Works referral candidates: Up to $9,000 maximum reimbursement 
• Employer-sourced candidates: Up to $4,500 maximum reimbursement 
• Final award amount determined by your customized training plan and OJT committee review

Your Investment, Our Support 

What You Provide: 

• Structured training plan outlining skills to be developed 
• Experienced supervisor or mentor for the trainee 
• Safe, productive work environment 
• Commitment to retain successful trainees long-term 

What We Provide: 

• Pre-screened candidates ready for immediate hire 
• Wage reimbursement funding through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) 
• Training plan development assistance 
• Ongoing support throughout the training period 
• Performance monitoring and documentation support

Incumbent Worker Training

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Strengthen Your Current Workforce, Secure Your Future 

Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) is designed to help your existing employees obtain the skills necessary to maintain employment and advance within your organization, creating opportunities for retention and growth.This strategic investment increases both worker capabilities and your company’s competitive position in the marketplace. 

How IWT Works 

Invest in Your Current Team 

• Upskill existing employees to meet evolving job requirements 
• Prevent layoffs by adapting worker skills to changing market demands 
• Enhance both individual career advancement and company competitiveness 
• Focus on industry-recognized training that adds measurable value 

Financial Investment 

• Shared cost model designed to demonstrate employer commitment to workforce development
• ROI-focused approach ensuring training delivers measurable business impact 

Ideal For Employers Who: 

• Need to adapt existing workforce skills to new technologies or processes 
• Want to prevent layoffs through strategic retraining initiatives 
• Seek to advance high-performing employees into leadership or specialized roles 
• Operate in rapidly evolving industries requiring continuous skill development 
• Value long-term employee retention and internal career progression 

Customized Training

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Training Built Around Your Business

Customized Training is a work-based training model designed to meet the specific requirements of your company or a group of employers. Through agreements with training vendors or direct employer partnerships, we create targeted programs that address your exact workforce needs.

How Customized Training Works 

Your Specifications, Our Execution 

• Training curriculum developed specifically for your business requirements 
• Can be delivered through external training vendors or internal employer programs 
• Designed with employer commitment to hire or retain participants upon completion 
• Flexible delivery methods to accommodate your operational needs 

Partnership Approach 

• Greater Cleveland Works coordinates with you to identify specific training needs 
• We facilitate agreements with qualified training vendors or support employer-led programs 
• Ongoing collaboration ensures training remains aligned with your business objectives 

Key Benefits 

• Precise skill development targeting your exact operational requirements 
• Reduced recruitment costs through internal development of needed capabilities 
• Enhanced employee loyalty through investment in their professional growth 
• Competitive advantage through workforce capabilities tailored to your market position 

Ideal For Employers Who: 

• Have very specific skill requirements not addressed by standard training programs 
• Want to develop a pipeline of workers with company-specific expertise 
• Prefer to build capabilities internally rather than recruit externally 
• Need training that integrates seamlessly with existing operations and culture 
• Operate in specialized industries or use proprietary systems and processes