Employment
Bishops oversee the efforts of quorum and Relief Society leaders as they respond to the employment needs in their ward. The office of bishop carries with it a special mandate to seek out and care for the poor and needy. The bishop should be aware of the temporal circumstances of ward members and ensure that those in need receive proper care. Support can be found through this website and each stake's Self-Reliance Services (SRS).
Self-Reliance Services (SRS)
Formerly known as LDS Employment Resource Services, Self-Reliance Services provides support and assistance to members seeking to achieve greater temporal and spiritual self-reliance in terms of employment and other areas. Bishops or the stake Self-Reliance specialist invite members to attend a Self-Reliance devotional and join a Self-Reliance group.
Priesthood Leader Area Operating Committees:
Cedar Park Stake
President Ryan Robinson
Stake Self-Reliance Specialist:
Glenn Gonzales
Phone: 206-313-0190
Email: gcginvestments1@gmail.com
Round Rock Stake
President Chris Woodfield
Stake Self-Reliance Specialist:
Kory Fullmer
Phone: 714-553-7670
Email: koryfullmer@gmail.com
Round Rock East Stake
President Channing Williams
Stake Self-Reliance Specialist:
Debbie Thurber
Phone: 512-948-2952
Email: carter.waggoner200462@gmail.com
Additional Info:
Click here for the church website LDSJobs.org in English.
Click here for the church website LDSJobs.org in Spanish.
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O*NET OnLine has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, researchers, and more!
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Development Counseling Services Information
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Development Counselor for North Austin Area:
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Melaney Grant, LCSW
Call or Text: 323-548-6580
Email: Melaney.Grant@ldschurch.org
SERVICES PROVIDED:
1. Vocational Assessments, Interviews, and Counseling
2. Access to skills training funds
3. Info/access to business partnerships ("paid internships")
Use of the Development Counselor's services by a member requires authorization by the Bishop. Click here for the Bishop's Authorization for Services form. Members and Bishops may contact directly via email, office or cell phone.
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Additional Resources:
Texas Workforce Commission
Comprehensive website for Texas with resources concerning job seeking, unemployment, and career planning.
https://twc.texas.gov/
Workforce Solutions
A publicly funded organization that provides job training and search resources for Travis County residents
Dress for Success of Austin
Dress for Success Austin targets the needs of low-income women through workforce development programs and services. One of their programs provides professional clothing that women can wear for job interviews.
https://austin.dressforsuccess.org/
Child Care Services Division- Austin
Provides childcare subsidies for full or part-time use for qualifying families on a sliding scale. Families may encounter wait periods for services.
