Regional Unemployment Rate Announced for April 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 17, 2024
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Charlotte Brown
Cell: (850) 583-0244
Regional Unemployment Rate Announced for April 2024
CareerSource Capital Region Connects Graduates to Future Opportunities
Outside of the Classroom
GADSDEN, LEON & WAKULLA COUNTIES, Fla. – According to the FloridaCommerce, the regional unemployment rate for Gadsden, Leon, and Wakulla counties was 3.3 percent for April 2024.
The region’s April 2024 unemployment rate was 0.7 percentage point greater than the region’s year ago rate of 2.6 percent. The labor force was 199,884, up 3,360 (+1.7 percent) over the year.
Wakulla County had the lowest unemployment rate at 2.8 percent in the Capital Region followed by Leon County at 3.3 percent and Gadsden County at 3.9 percent. The region's April 2024 unemployment rate was 0.1 percentage point above the state rate of 3.2 percent. There were 6,615 unemployed residents in the Capital Region.
The top six advertised occupations in the Capital Region in April 2024 were as follows:
- Registered Nurses
- Retail Salespersons
- First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
- Heavy Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
- Customer Service Representatives
- Food Service Managers
As graduation season approaches, many young people are preparing to embark on the next phase of their lives. With their diplomas in hand and dreams in their hearts, they are filled with excitement and anticipation. However, alongside the joy, many may feel uncertain about their future paths.
In this crucial moment, CareerSource Capital Region’s Learn, Earn, and Advance Program (LEAP) is reaching out to graduates, providing a comprehensive support system to help them navigate the road ahead. LEAP is a dynamic, no-cost initiative that empowers young individuals in their career aspirations, ensuring they have the tools and resources needed to thrive.
LEAP is tailored for individuals aged 16 to 24 and provides a range of services to support career exploration, academic success, and professional growth. These services include personalized job search strategies, job shadowing, paid/unpaid internships, on-the-job training, mentoring, tutoring, and one-on-one coaching and counseling, all aimed at equipping participants with the skills and confidence needed to achieve their goals.
"At CareerSource Capital Region, we believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential," Jecheta Watson-Blackshear, Manager of the WIOA Youth Program (LEAP), emphasizes. "Whether their aspirations lie in securing employment, charting a career path, or pursuing short-term training, we're committed to providing the support they need to succeed."
One of the distinguishing features of LEAP is its commitment to making education and training accessible to all. Eligible participants have the opportunity to receive financial aid and scholarships, easing the burden of tuition, textbooks, and other educational expenses.
"Financial barriers should never stand in the way of someone's dreams," Watson-Blackshear affirms. "Through our financial assistance initiatives, we strive to level the playing field and ensure that no one is left behind."
As the Class of 2024 prepares for their next steps, LEAP encourages graduates to seize the moment and explore the countless opportunities that await them. Whether they aspire to enter the workforce, pursue a vocation or career, or embark on a journey of self-discovery, LEAP is here to support them every step of the way.
For more information on LEAP, visit www.careersourcecapitalregion.com or contact (850) 922-0023.
Visit the nearest career center:
Gadsden County
Career Center
1140 West Clark Street
Quincy, FL 32351
(850) 875-4040
Leon County
Career Center
2601 Blair Stone Road
Building C, Suite 200
Tallahassee, FL 32301
(850) 922-0023
Wakulla County
Career Center
3278 Crawfordville Hwy Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-0980
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
For more information about child-friendly hours, upcoming events and workshops offered call the telephone numbers listed above or visit www.careersourcecapitalregion.com.
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For more information about the Capital Region’s Unemployment Report for April 2024, click here.
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About CareerSource Capital Region
CareerSource Capital Region connects employers with qualified, skilled talent and Floridians with employment and career development opportunities to achieve economic prosperity in Gadsden, Leon and Wakulla counties. Solutions for career seekers include one-on-one career advising, interviewing and resume-writing assistance, employment workshops, and labor market information. Solutions for employers include recruitment assistance, skills assessments for applicants, customized training, and information on tax incentives. Employers and career seekers are matched through the Employ Florida Marketplace system. Most solutions are provided at no cost. This initiative was supported by the U.S. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Agriculture as part of awards totaling $5,978,281 with 0% financed from non-governmental sources. Programs funded through CareerSource Capital Region are equal opportunity programs with auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Persons using TTY/TTD equipment use Florida Relay Service 711. A proud partner of the American Job Center network.