The Kentucky Education and Workforce Development Cabinet and the Department of Corrections are encouraging employers to hire qualified justice-involved Kentuckians as a viable workforce.
Kentucky employers interested in learning about the benefits of hiring individuals who have earned certifications and education while incarcerated are invited to attend the free webinar at 11 a.m. central time on Monday, April 25, 2022.
During the webinar, employers will learn about government programs that can help businesses reap financial rewards for hiring ex-offenders, including the Work Opportunity Tax Credit program and the Kentucky Fair Chance Bond, and about individualized reentry plans and support that promote successful reintegration into the community.
WOTC provides employers tax savings up to $2,400 per qualified justice-involved hire. There is no cap on the number of credits that an employer can apply and for a small business, it can be a major advantage to use these savings directly to support the bottom line.
The Kentucky Fair Chance Bond gives businesses a $5,000 no-cost fidelity bond to ensure at-risk applicants who cannot get private coverage because of past behaviors such as being involved with the justice system.
To register for the webinar, click here.