Employment Support

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Cowlitz Employment Support Services

Mission Statement:

It is the mission of Cowlitz Employment Support Services to provide holistic and culturally-responsive services to American Indians and Alaska Natives through guided pathways to housing, education, employment, careers, and self-sufficiency within all directions of their lives.

Services:

Career and education guidance
Job readiness skills; creating resumes, job search, mock interviews, etc.
Work clothing and supplies
Educational supplies
Transportation support
Certification/training opportunities
Non-accredited certification/training
Paid/un-paid work experience
Five Feathers employment training
Self-employment guidance
Wrap around services
Holistic Support

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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How do I know if I am eligible?

Cowlitz Tribal Members:

enrolled Cowlitz Tribal Member within the United States.
at least 16 years old
unemployed or underemployed and seeking employment
will benefit from CESS services
client requires CESS services in order to achieve an employment outcome

Enrolled American Indian/Alaska Natives:

enrolled American Indian/Alaska Native
live in Cowlitz or Clark County
has a physical or mental impairment(s) that creates a barrier to obtaining or maintaining employment
would benefit from services

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Our Locations

Longview Office

922 Fir St. Longview, WA 98632
Phone: (360) 575-3318
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

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Vancouver Office

7700 NE 26th Ave Vancouver, WA 98665
Phone: (360) 575-3318
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

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Dupont Office

1000 Davis Place, WA 98327
Phone: (360) 575-3318
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

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Tukwila Office

155455 65th Ave S., WA 98188
Phone: (360) 575-3318
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

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Outside Our Service Area

For Tribal Members not located within our service area please contact (360)-575-3318
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm PST

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About

The legacy of an ancient people in southwest Washington is rich with descendants who manage a growing portfolio of health, education, scientific research, housing, transportation, development, elder care, conservation and legal issues. The Cowlitz Tribe is a growing force in community building in what are now Clark, Cowlitz, Lewis and parts of Pierce, Skamania and Wahkiakum Counties, a vast territory occupied by numerous Cowlitz villages prior to non-Cowlitz exploration and seizure. Today, an elected Tribal Council is composed of professionals adept at managing multiple programs and projects.