Western Maryland Consortium – Garrett County

Western Maryland Consortium runs its Garrett County office at 23789 Garrett Highway in McHenry. It is a grant-funded regional workforce development agency that helps residents of Garrett, Allegany and Washington counties prepare for and find full-time, sustainable work, and it also helps local employers find workers.

Help for Job Seekers

The consortium offers job seekers these services:

• Career guidance from certified staff
• Resume writing by Certified Professional Resume Writers
• Case management with personalized support
• Skill training in in-demand regional industries
• A resource lab with internet access, technology and phone lines, staffed by someone who can answer questions and share leads
• Testing and evaluation, including pathways to a GED or diploma
• Job search preparation, such as navigating online job search engines

Young adults can get help with education and work experience. Eligibility varies, so the consortium asks you to call to work out your pathway. A virtual orientation is available on its website.

Support for Employers

For businesses, the consortium works to supply a capable workforce for open positions in the region. It also promotes Maryland's Recovery Friendly Workplace model, a framework for employers supporting employees facing mental health and substance use challenges.

Funding

The agency's programs are funded by WIOA grants from the U.S. Department of Labor.

Call Us!

• Website
• (301) 334-8136