CareerSource South Florida Newsletter

October 2022

"Your Guide to Business and Employment Opportunities"

CareerSource South Florida Makes Investment to Continue Apprenticeship Program with Bean Automotive

On September 16, 2022, Bean Automotive Group celebrated the graduation of the inaugural class of the Automotive Technician Specialist Registered Apprenticeship Program. Developed in partnership with CareerSource South Florida, Miami-Dade College (MDC) and the Miami-Dade Beacon Council Community Ventures Initiative, these graduates have earned a Florida Department of Education (FDOE) Apprenticeship Certificate of Completion, as well as, certifications in Toyota and Lexus brands.

Building on the success of the first cohort of students, CareerSource South Florida presented a check for $215,250.00 to continue the program and sponsor 25 additional apprentices. The dealership’s first Automotive Technician Specialist Program was launched in June of 2021 enrolling 15 participants.

“What better way to execute our vision of being the ‘leading automotive group’ than by serving our communities and associates with an opportunity for a lifelong, lucrative career in the auto industry, with Bean Automotive Group, who has served the local community in Miami-Dade for more than 52 years,” said George Wiltz, Bean Auto Group’s Chief Financial Officer.

Joining in the celebration at Lexus of West Kendall, was Rick Beasley, Executive Director, CareerSource South Florida, representatives from The Office of Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, Dr. Loretta Ovueraye, MDC Vice Provost for Workforce and Professional Learning, Dr. Alexia Rolle, Dean, MDC Career & Technical Education and William Talbert, Interim President & CEO, Miami-Dade Beacon Council. Lorraine Bean, Dealer Principal, Bean Automotive Group led the Conferral of Certificates.

“We developed the Bean Automotive Registered Apprenticeship program in partnership with Miami Dade College under the leadership of MDC President Madeline Pumariega, and The Beacon Council Miami Community Ventures Initiative to build and retain talent in an industry where there is a shortage of qualified technicians,” said Beasley. “We recruit individuals who are highly motivated and give them the opportunity and tools they need to advance. There is nothing more rewarding then celebrating their success.”

Graduating apprentices will have completed 220 hours of Related Technical Instruction (RTI) and 2,000 hours of On-The-Job Training (OJT). On average, Registered Apprentices earn nearly 2.5 times their counterparts within nine years and about $300,000 more over the course of their career. Maximizing collaborative partnerships, CareerSource South Florida continues to invest in employer led training programs to build talent in high-demand occupations.

CareerSource South Florida Invests

Over $1 Million to Support Career Development Centers on

College Campuses

Students preparing to graduate from college and enter the workforce can now make strides before leaving campus. CareerSource South Florida recently announced an investment of $1,475,000 to support Career Development Centers on the campuses of Florida Memorial University (FMU) and Miami-Dade College (MDC). This allocation will provide resources for universities to hire full time staff, outfit computer labs and offer career development services.

Currently, the iROAR Career Development Center on the campus of FMU assists students and alumni by providing services to assist individuals with internships, apprenticeships, on-the-job training opportunities and post-graduation job placement. The MDC Works Career Development Center is a professional development resource giving MDC students the skills they need to successfully launch their careers and create meaningful futures.

Together, the FMU and MDC Works Career Development Centers in partnership with CareerSource South Florida help well over 100,000 current students and alumni to obtain internships and/or career opportunities. This collaborative partnership creates a support system which ensures students excel both academically and professionally.

New Apprenticeship Program Delivers Qualified Childcare Workers to

Meet Industry Demand

Early Childhood Education Professionals are the unsung heroes of the workforce as the need for childcare can pose a significant barrier to full-time employment. Like many sectors, the Education Services industry is returning to pre-pandemic staffing levels. CareerSource South Florida, working in collaboration with Miami Dade College and the Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade / Monroe recently launched the Teacher Assistant Apprenticeship Program in Early Childhood Education to create a pathway for more job seekers to enter the field.

Recognizing a shortage in qualified childcare workers, the Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade / Monroe enlisted the services of CareerSource South Florida. According to a recent Labor Market Report, Education and Health Services gained +12,200 jobs in the region over the year making it the 4^th fastest growing industry behind Professional and Business services, Leisure and Hospitality, and Trade, Transportation and Utilities.

The Teacher Assistant Program is an Earn and Learn opportunity. CareerSource South Florida will subsidize the wages of the apprentice who will earn an entry wage of $13.50 - $14.83 per hour. Technical instruction is provided by Miami Dade College and local early education centers will serve as worksite locations. Upon successful completion, participants will earn their National Child Development Associate (CDA) certification, an Apprenticeship Certificate of Completion issued by the Florida Department of Education and recognized by the US Department of Labor and a College Credit in Early Childhood Education. The apprentice will also receive benefits including health insurance, FREE tuition and books!

CareerSource South Florida is currently accepting applicants. For more information about this program, please visit www.careersourcesfl.com or call 305-594-7615.

BROWSE OPEN POSITIONS

CSSF is Committed to Improving Services and Linkages between the

Local Workforce Investment System and Employers

With the onset of COVID-19, local businesses faced immense challenges and turned not only to CareerSource South Florida but in large numbers to local chambers, colleges and service organization for assistance and guidance. As a result, CSSF works with these community partners to provide technical assistance which is in line with CSSF’s mandate to improve services and linkages between the local workforce investment system and employers in the local area.

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About CareerSource South Florida

CareerSource South Florida is a public-private partnership that establishes state and federally funded workforce development and training policies for Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties. CareerSource South Florida provides high quality, customized employment and training solutions to workers and employers in support of economic development. Services are available to everyone at no cost through a network of centers located throughout the region. For more information on CareerSource South Florida, including valuable resources for businesses and job seekers, please visit www.careersourcesfl.com or call 305-594-7615.

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