BASIC FOOD EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING (BFET)
Basic Food Employment and Training (BFET) provides employment readiness support for Basic Food (SNAP) recipients who are not participating in TANF.
SERVICES:
- Provides employment readiness support for eligible Basic Food recipients.
- Helps participants connect with BFET providers.
- Supports referrals through DSHS offices or the Customer Service Contact Center.
WHO: Statewide Basic Food recipients age 16 or older who can work or participate in work-related activities for at least 20 hours per week.
COST: Free.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes.
CONTACT: Use the DSHS Find a Provider tool, contact a local DSHS Community Services Office, or call (877) 501-2233 and ask for a BFET referral.
CASA LATINA
Casa Latina advances the power of Latino immigrants through educational, economic, and community organizing opportunities.
SERVICES:
- Offers employment support.
- Provides education programs.
- Supports community organizing.
WHO: Latin American immigrants.
COST: Depends on the service provided.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes.
CONTACT: Call (425) 869-6000 or email info@casa-latina.org. Address: 317 17th Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98144.
CIRCA JOBS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
Circa Jobs for Individuals with Disabilities connects job seekers with disabilities to employers committed to building diverse workforces.
SERVICES:
- Connects job seekers with disabilities to disability-friendly employers.
- Provides a disability-focused job board.
- Offers job search resources and guidance.
WHO: Job seekers with disabilities.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (800) 984-3775 or email info@localjobnetwork.com.
disABLEDperson JOBS
DisABLEDperson Jobs provides an accessible job site that connects qualified applicants with employers committed to hiring individuals with disabilities.
SERVICES:
- Provides a fully accessible job search site.
- Connects applicants with disability-inclusive employers.
- Supports job seekers with diverse backgrounds.
WHO: Residents of King County.
COST: Most services are free; some assistance programs are discounted.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes.
CONTACT: Visit the linked website for current job listings and application details.
EVERGREEN GOODWILL
Evergreen Goodwill provides employment training and basic education for people experiencing significant barriers to economic opportunity.
SERVICES:
- Provides job training and basic education.
- Supports people facing barriers to economic opportunity.
- Offers employment pathways through regional training centers.
WHO: Residents of Northwest Washington.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 329-1000 or 1 (877) GIVE4GOOD. Address: 700 Dearborn Place South, Seattle, WA 98144.
IKRON – NORTH SEATTLE
IKRON Greater Seattle offers vocational, behavioral health, substance use, and integrated care services in an outpatient setting.
SERVICES:
- Provides employment services, career assessments, and evaluations.
- Offers behavioral health and mental health services.
- Provides substance use services.
- Offers integrated care through the PACT team.
WHO: People seeking vocational, behavioral health, substance use, or integrated care services.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 420-7949 or email ikrongreaterseattle@ikron.org. Address: Meridian Center Building, 10303 Meridian Avenue North, Suite 204, Seattle, WA 98133.
PACIFIC ASSOCIATES & WORKSOURCE
Pacific Associates & WorkSource supports Washington job seekers who need skill development, career counseling, employment connections, accessibility support, language support, or technology access.
SERVICES:
- Provides career counseling and skill development.
- Helps job seekers connect with employment opportunities.
- Offers accessibility, language, and technology support through WorkSource.
WHO: Washington residents seeking employment or career support.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes.
CONTACT: Visit the linked website or the WorkSource South King County website. Address: 1833 North 105th Street, Suite 305, Seattle, WA 98133.
PIONEER HUMAN SERVICES
Pioneer Human Services supports justice-involved individuals through services that promote recovery, stability, career training, and community reintegration.
SERVICES:
- Provides addiction treatment.
- Offers mental health referrals.
- Supports housing stability.
- Provides career training.
WHO: Residents of King County, Pierce County, Spokane, and counties north of Seattle.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes.
CONTACT: Visit the linked website or the Pioneer Human Services contact page.
SEATTLE JOBS INITIATIVE
Seattle Jobs Initiative helps underserved people gain skills, career navigation support, and access to living-wage careers.
SERVICES:
- Connects participants with employment training.
- Provides career navigation and personalized planning.
- Builds skills in goal-setting, communication, and interview readiness.
WHO: Residents of Seattle.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 628-6975. Address: 1200 12th Avenue South, Suite 160, Seattle, WA 98144.
SEATTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY JOB & CAREER RESOURCES
Seattle Public Library Job & Career Resources helps Seattle residents find jobs, build resumes, learn skills, and access in-person and online career support.
SERVICES:
- Provides in-person job search help and employment workshops.
- Offers resume, cover letter, and career discovery tools.
- Connects users to online learning, certification, and English learner resources.
WHO: Seattle residents.
COST: Free.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Resources are available for English language learners.
CONTACT: Visit the linked website for current job and career resources.
WASHINGTON STATE EMPLOYMENT SECURITY DEPARTMENT
Washington State Employment Security Department helps Washington residents learn about benefits, apply for unemployment support, find jobs, access training, and connect with WorkSource services.
SERVICES:
- Explains unemployment and Paid Family & Medical Leave benefits.
- Helps job seekers connect with WorkSource support.
- Provides job training resources and veteran services.
WHO: Residents of King County.
COST: Most services are free.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Visit the linked website for jobs, training, and benefit information.
