Twenty percent of King County residents cannot afford the basic necessities of life such as food, shelter, medical care and transportation.
YWCA employment programs help women, men and youth throughout King and Snohomish counties obtain gainful employment, earn a livable wage and achieve self-sufficiency. We help clients find, retain and progress in rewarding jobs and careers by focusing on the following key areas:
- In-depth case management support
- Occupational and soft-skills training
- Internships and other structured work experiences
- Job retention and wage progression services
Where to find us
We also partner with many community and government organizations and some of the region's leading employers to deliver innovative and effective employment solutions. We offer the following programs and services in our different service regions:
Metro Seattle
East King County
South King County
Snohomish County
Job Banks
The YWCA operates multiple Job Banks where job seekers can research employment opportunities, attend trainings and use computers, telephones and fax machines to apply for jobs.
Resources & Links
The YWCA is an equal opportunity employer and provider of training services and programs. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Telecommunications Relay Service (800) 833-6384 or 7-1-1.
Attention Employers!
Looking for good employees? The business community has been an excellent partner of the YWCA in providing job opportunities for our clients. If you're an employer, please consider listing your job openings and internships with the YWCA. We can provide well-trained and motivated candidates in a variety of fields. We also support clients after they find employment to make sure they succeed for themselves and their employers. For more information, call (206) 436-8618.
"For more than a century, women and families have benefited from the YWCA's leading voice and continuum of services that bring hope and choices for building better lives."
Liz Crossman
Weyerhaeuser Company Foundation
