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Workforce Training Programs

Since 2022, Invest Hamilton County has been facilitating multiple training programs for justice involved and/or recovery populations across Hamilton County. In 2024, Invest Hamilton County launched and expanded multiple programs for justice-involved, mental health and underemployed populations across the community. Community partners include the Hamilton County Sheriff’s TOWER program, Hamilton County Community Corrections, Aspire Indiana Health, and the Hamilton County Township Trustees.

NNew Employment 101 training

delivered in the Jail’s TOWER program and in Community Corrections (aka work release). This training is targeted towards individuals who have been unable to retain employment for extended periods, or who are rejoining the labor force. It helps participating individuals learn more about establishing career goals, adapting to feedback, communicating accommodations, building a resume, and several other employment essentials.

NGolden Opportunities program

has helped facilitate placements and customer service skill development over the past multiple years of training. This partnership with Hamilton County Tourism and local hospitality employers will continue this year and expand into new training sites.

NBuilding & Property Maintenance Program

IHC launched a property maintenance training in June 2025 to help place participants into high-demand maintenance occupations across the community. This two week class provides OSHA 10 training, hands on training and assistance with resume building, career planning and mock interviews.