Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance

Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance is a nonprofit workforce and education organization dedicated to improving quality of life and economic mobility for individuals and families throughout Wayne and Pike counties. The organization works collaboratively with employers, educational institutions, community organizations, and local leaders to strengthen workforce development, expand educational attainment, and create pathways to sustainable careers. Its mission is to help individuals reach their full potential by building skills, increasing access to education and training, and fostering innovation and lifelong learning.

Services Offered

• Career Services
• Individualized career counseling and employment planning
• Resume development and job search assistance
• Job placement and employer connections
• Occupational skills training and certification opportunities
• Reentry and Recovery-to-Work services for justice-involved individuals and individuals in recovery
• Youth Career Pathways programs, including career exploration, work-based learning, and credential attainment
• Workforce training assistance and funding for eligible participants pursuing in-demand occupations 
• Educational Services
• Essential Skills and Digital Literacy training to improve workplace readiness and technology skills
• Authorized testing center offering certification and credential examinations across multiple industries
• Entrepreneurial support through partnership with The Stourbridge Project business incubator and coworking space
• SHINE Afterschool Program providing academic enrichment, youth development, and family engagement opportunities for K-8 students
• Employer Services
• No-cost workforce solutions for businesses
• Recruitment and hiring assistance
• Employee training and upskilling support
• Workforce development consulting and resource referrals
• Connections to education, training, and workforce programs that help employers attract, develop, and retain talent