Invest in Your Professional Wellness

June is Professional Wellness Month. Whether you are looking to climb the ladder at work or seeking a new opportunity, June is a great time to take stock of your career and education goals. In honor of this special month, we’re highlighting a few of the government resources available to empower your professional development.

June 30, 2024
Source: Benefits.gov

Find Your Dream Job

Searching for a new role can feel like a full-time job. American Job Centers provide free help to job seekers for a variety of career and employment-related needs. These centers are designed to help businesses find qualified workers and help job seekers obtain employment and training services to enhance their careers. These services include skill assessments, career counseling, job search and placement assistance, and more.

Find an American Job Center Near You

Enrich Your Professional Experience

Are you looking for an adventure that can help develop your professional skills? The U.S. Department of State sponsors various educational, cultural, and professional exchange programs across the world. These programs offer participants an opportunity to immerse themselves in a new culture while learning vital skills. Available programs include study and training in art, film, technology, language development, and global studies.

Discover Exchange Programs

Improve the Work Experience

Part of professional wellness includes ensuring employees have the resources and support required to effectively perform their role. Employees with disabilities or long-term health issues may require workplace accommodations. The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) provides free, expert and confidential technical assistance to both employees and employers regarding workplace accommodations and disability employment issues.

Learn How JAN Can Help Employees

Unemployment Resources

Losing a job can be stressful, however, there are government resources available to support you during your search for a new position.

Unemployment Insurance: Unemployment Insurance (UI) provides financial assistance to eligible workers who become unemployed through no fault of their own and meet certain other eligibility requirements.

COBRA Continuation Coverage: COBRA Continuation Coverage offers continued health insurance coverage to terminated employees whose coverage was previously provided by their employer. Eligible individuals can receive a 65 percent reduction of their COBRA premiums for up to nine months.

More Resources

Professional Wellness Month is an important reminder to invest in yourself, your skills, and your goals. Discover additional career development resources on Benefits.gov.

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