Business Details
20 Years
experience
Free Career Training for Banking & Healthcare Jobs
Career Works is a national workforce development organization dedicated to connecting individuals from under-resourced communities to lasting, stable careers through free training programs. Founded in 2006, we operate two eight-week industry-specific career training programs in financial services and non-clinical healthcare, serving over 5,300 graduates nationwide. Our model emphasizes collaboration with local workforce development organizations, nonprofits, and schools to deliver free, accessible training that equips participants with skills for customer-facing roles.We prioritize economic stability through partnerships with employer networks, ensuring graduates secure roles with benefits and advancement opportunities. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we maintain a commitment to advancing equity, removing systemic barriers, and fostering inclusive environments where all participants and partners thrive.
Services
BankWork$ Fundamentals
Career Works Medical
ReadyWork$
Virtual Training Programs
Employer Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We provide free, industry-specific training with 5,300+ career placements since 2006
- Our programs partner with 80+ banks and healthcare employers nationwide
- Graduates gain skills for customer-facing roles with benefits and advancement
- We focus on equitable access for under-resourced communities and people of color
- Our model combines hard skills with communication and job readiness training
Services
BankWork$ Fundamentals
BankWork$ Fundamentals prepares participants for entry-level banking careers through eight weeks of free, intensive training. The program covers financial services knowledge, customer service skills, and career advancement strategies. Graduates connect directly with 80+ bank partners nationwide for job placement opportunities.
Career Works Medical
Career Works Medical trains individuals for non-clinical healthcare roles like patient service coordinators and medical insurance billers. The eight-week program combines industry-specific knowledge with communication skills development. Graduates gain access to healthcare employers offering stable, benefits-eligible positions.
ReadyWork$
ReadyWork$ provides communities with curricula for job readiness training in resume writing, interview skills, and workplace communication. The program operates virtually or in-person through local partner organizations. Job coaches support participants through placement in diverse industries.
People
Dion Willis
Program Manager
Former YWCA Seattle intern turned Career Works Program Manager with seven years of workforce development experience. Specializes in job training workshops and career navigation support for participants.
Latoya Edmond
National Director
Workforce development leader with 15+ years of experience managing $2.5M+ in grants. Previously Vice President at Philadelphia OIC overseeing BankWork$ program operations and partnerships.
Ranko Fukuda
Managing Director
Former Capital One executive with 12 years in program management. Transitioned to nonprofit sector after disaster relief work in Japan. Focuses on vocational training partnerships and community stakeholder engagement.
Ruby Sloan
Sr. Program Manager
BankWork$ graduate turned Senior Relationship Banker who now supports training partners nationwide. Brings firsthand industry experience to curriculum development and program expansion efforts.
Tiffany Summers
Instructional Specialist
Financial services expert with decade of experience as Dallas College instructor. Leads BankWork$ Fundamentals virtual program with expertise in career coaching and industry partnership development.
Questions
What programs does CareerWork$ offer?
We offer BankWork$ (banking careers), CareerWork$ Medical (non-clinical healthcare), and ReadyWork$ (general job readiness) training programs.
Are CareerWork$ programs free?
Yes, all our training programs are completely free for participants.
How long are the training programs?
Each program lasts eight weeks with both virtual and in-person options available.
Do you help with job placement after graduation?
Yes, we connect graduates directly with 80+ employer partners for immediate job opportunities.
Who qualifies for CareerWork$ training?
Our programs target individuals from under-resourced communities seeking career advancement opportunities in banking and healthcare.
How can employers partner with CareerWork$?
Employers can partner by hiring graduates, providing training support, or funding program expansion through donations.
