Skills Assessment

One of the first things to happen when able bodied individuals come to Muskingum County Department of Job and Family Services for assistance is an assessment of skills the person already possesses along with identification of any challenges that must be met to help that person to be more marketable to employers and to ultimately become self sufficient.  One of the tools used in this process is the Work Keys System, a skills assessment tool administered locally by the Mid-East Ohio Vocational School District.  Some of the goals of the Work Keys System are to coordinate education and training in the workplace, improve workforce quality, and to encourage the efficient use of resources. In addition, we offer drug and alcohol services to help people recognize and overcome problems in that area. Our mission in the assessment process is to identify and focus on the building of assets for our customers so that they may have an opportunity to take part in developing a positive employment future.