labor agreement. These ramifications were not obviously apparent when this demonstration project began. King County Department of Transportation (1731) Casa Latina Casa Latina (999) Service area: Seattle, King County Type: Trip-Based Services/Demand response Goal: Expanded geographic coverage Casa Latina provides on-demand van service to their clients that Service description: need assistance in getting to work, work training, employment interviews, and other job-related transportation needs. The program works with Latino day labors and housekeepers in matching individuals with short term job opportunities. The jobs tend to be dispersed geographically and not easily accessible by public transportation. Most jobs tend to be for two or more individuals and this service reduces the need for individuals to have their own car. Another key aspect of the service is that it targets a population that often have difficulty with language issues as most are non English speaking. Evaluation: Monthly reports are included with request for reimbursement. The data collected includes cost, miles driven, hours of service, number of people served, and number of trips. Accomplishments: The program has allowed this program from Casa Latina to grow as employers see the reliability of the transportation service in getting staff to job sites on time. Previously individuals had difficulty figuring out the public transit system to get to work sites. The van service means more people can be served and word of mouth has grown demand for workers. Lessons learned: The program has responded in difficult employment times. The economy has resulted in more people looking for less work. Being able to have reliable access to travel has meant this program continues to serve an important need. The travel services are one part of the entire support services that are provided to help these individuals’ fine full time jobs. Center for Career Alternatives Center for Career Alternatives (1002) Seattle, King County Service area: Type: Trip-Based Services/Demand response Goal: Expanded geographic coverage Service description: Center for Career Alternatives provides on-demand van services to their clients that need assistance in getting to work, work training, employment interviews and other job-related transportation needs. The Center is a full service agency that enrolls clients in programs to transition to full time work. Transportation
labor agreement. These ramifications were not obviously apparent when this demonstration project began. King County Department of Transportation (1731) Casa Latina Casa Latina (999) Service area: Seattle, King County Type: Trip-Based Services/Demand response Goal: Expanded geographic coverage Service description: Casa Latina provides on-demand van service to their clients that need assistance in getting to work, work training, employment interviews, and other job-related transportation needs. The program works with Latino day labors and housekeepers in matching individuals with short term job opportunities. The jobs tend to be dispersed geographically and not easily accessible by public transportation. Most jobs tend to be for two or more individuals and this service reduces the need for individuals to have their own car. Another key aspect of the service is that it targets a population that often have difficulty with language issues as most are non English speaking. Evaluation: Monthly reports are included with request for reimbursement. The data collected includes cost, miles driven, hours of service, number of people served, and number of trips. Accomplishments: The program has allowed this program from Casa Latina to grow as employers see the reliability of the transportation service in getting staff to job sites on time. Previously individuals had difficulty figuring out the public transit system to get to work sites. The van service means more people can be served and word of mouth has grown demand for workers. Lessons learned: The program has responded in difficult employment times. The economy has resulted in more people looking for less work. Being able to have reliable access to travel has meant this program continues to serve an important need. The travel services are one part of the entire support services that are provided to help these individuals’ fine full time jobs. Center for Career Alternatives Center for Career Alternatives (1002) Service area: Seattle, King County Type: Trip-Based Services/Demand response Goal: Expanded geographic coverage Service description: Center for Career Alternatives provides on-demand van services to their clients that need assistance in getting to work, work training, employment interviews and other job-related transportation needs. The Center is a full service agency that enrolls clients in programs to transition to full time work. Transportation
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