Equal Opportunity / Assistive Technology

📣 Accessibility and Equal Opportunity statements – SC Works Centers

At SC Works, we are committed to providing equal access to all individuals, including those with disabilities. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 188 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), our centers are fully equipped to ensure that everyone can benefit from our programs and services.

We offer:

• Reasonable accommodations upon request
• Accessible facilities and technology
• Communication aids such as sign language interpreters, large print materials, and assistive listening devices
• Inclusive services for individuals with visible and hidden disabilities

If you need assistance or an accommodation to access our services, please contact your local SC Works center at least 48 hours in advance. We are here to support your journey to employment and economic independence.

🔗 Learn more: scworks.org/jobseeker/jobseekers-with-barriers/individuals-disabilities

BABEL NOTICE

The Babel Notice provided by the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (SCDEW) and SC Works is a mandatory notice informing individuals with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) of their rights to free language assistance services. 

 BABEL NOTICE

In accordance with 29 CFR 38.9 (g)(3), Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals will receive language assistance in all communications of vital information.

Vital information is defined as information, whether written, oral, or electronic, that is necessary for an individual to understand how to obtain any aid, benefit, service, and/or training; necessary for an individual to obtain any aid, benefit, service, and/or training; or required by law.

An interpreter, as well as the availability of free language assistance such as rulebooks, written tests that do not assess English language competency but rather assess competency for a particular license, job, or skill for which English proficiency is not required, and letters or notices that require a response from the beneficiary, applicant, participant, or employee, will be provided to all LEP individuals at no cost to the individual. (29 CFR § 38.4(ttt))

IMPORTANT! There are documents that contain important information about WIOA training services, how to apply for training services, and your rights, responsibilities, and/or benefits. It is critical that you understand the information in these documents. You can request translation of any documents by emailing: ythompkins@catawbacog.org

TTY: Relay Service Dial 711. An equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.