Food Support Employment and Training Program (FSET) - Goodhue County Health and Human Services
The U.S. Department of Agriculture requires each state to operate an employment and training program for Food Support recipients. Goal is to help such recipients prepare for employment and become employed. Able-bodied Food Support recipients between the ages of 18-55 who do not receive cash benefits from other public assistance programs are required to participate in FSET employment and training services.
Last assured
02/13/2024
Physical Address
426 West Avenue, Red Wing, MN 55066
Hours
8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Voice
Voice
Fax
(651)267-4879
Application process
Call to apply Each participant is first provided with an orientation to program services, followed by an individual assessment and completion of an employability plan Depending on the individual's needs, the participant may take part in job seeking training, group and individual job search activities, remedial literacy or other adult basic education, English language training, short-term vocational or technical training, job placement, and assistance with transportation or other supportive services
Eligibility
Food Support recipients are required to participate in FSET employment and training services when they: - Are able-bodied - Between the ages of 18-55 - Do not receive cash benefits from other public assistance programs - However, persons responsible for the care of young children or an incapacitated household member, receiving unemployment benefits, participating in a chemical dependency program, employed 30 or more hours per week, or participating in an approved training program are excused from participation - Serves residents of Goodhue County
Service area
Goodhue County, MN
Agency info
Goodhue County Health and Human Services
Provides social services, public assistance programs, mental health services, and child support services for Goodhue County residents in need of assistance