Rochester, NY – July 28, 2010 – RochesterWorks! has selected The Arc of Monroe County as Employer of the Month for August.
To be named an Employer of the Month a company must be growing, increasing the skills of the local workforce, and offering opportunities to job seekers in our region.
The Arc of Monroe County was chosen based on the company’s dedication to its employees, the community and their commitment to the current and future workforce. The Arc of Monroe County provides opportunities for local job seekers by posting positions with RochesterWorks!. Company representatives have participated in Recruiting Round Rochester events where they provided information about careers at The Arc of Monroe County.
The Arc of Monroe County has been providing a variety of programs and services for over 3,500 individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their families in the Rochester community for over 50 years.
The Arc of Monroe County has 40 locations in Monroe County that assist individuals with intellectual and/or other developmental disabilities that include Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and Asperger Syndrome, among others.
RochesterWorks! is dedicated to helping Monroe County develop a strong workforce. RochesterWorks! helps job seekers find jobs, move to higher paying jobs or get training to improve skills. RochesterWorks! assists businesses with recruitment, assessment, placement and training, and connects them to all federally funded employment and training programs in Monroe County. RochesterWorks! has helped attract millions of dollars in funding to support Monroe County companies and organizations.
Services are available at two convenient full service Career Centers at 255 North Goodman Street and 276 Waring Road in Rochester. Services are free of charge.