What is the SWPA HEE?
The Southwestern Pennsylvania Healthcare Employment Ecosystem, or SWPA HEE, is an eight-county initiative providing employment and training services to help eligible participants pursue or advance within the healthcare industry.
SWPA HEE is more than just nursing!
It is dedicated to supporting individuals as they explore, enter, and advance within all areas of healthcare. Examples include:
Nutrition
Environmental Services
Customer Services
Business Administration
HVAC
Mental/Behavioral Health
Long-term Care
Emergency Medical Services
And more!
Opportunities for Participants
Training & Education
Based on their needs, participants can take advantage of On-the-Job Training, Incumbent Worker Training, or an Individual Training Account to assist them in gaining or developing the skills they need for a healthcare career.
Career Support & Exploration
SWPA HEE helps individuals connect to relevant training, career exploration, and experiences that support them in developing employable skills and knowledge.
Supportive Services
Some participants may be able to take advantage of supportive services to help pay for needed expenses.
Opportunities for Healthcare Employers
Workforce Training
Based on needs, healthcare organizations can take advantage of low-cost training such as On-the-Job Training and Incumbent Worker Training to upskill their new and current staff.
Healthcare Industry Partnership
SWPA HEE-involved employers are encouraged to join the WFWIB’s Healthcare Industry Partnership, which addresses industry challenges through employer-driven activities to promote industry growth and recovery. Learn more here.
Workforce Development
Through SWPA HEE opportunities, healthcare employers have access to opportunities and programs that will assist them in fulfilling high-quality employment openings in all areas of healthcare.
Supporting Those with Barriers
Those re-entering society, recovering from substance use disorder, and experiencing financial barriers or other barriers are encouraged to connect with SWPA HEE to connect with employment or advance their current position within the healthcare industry. Supportive services related to childcare, transportation, training fees, uniforms, supplies, and more are available to participants.
SWPA HEE Partners
SWPA HEE is a regional initiative coordinated by the WFWIB, Southwest Corner Workforce Development Board, and Tri-County Workforce Investment Board.
Individuals in Beaver, Greene, or Washington County should connect with the Southwest Corner Workforce Development Board’s Arlene Nicolella at anicolella@washingtongreene.org to learn more. Individuals in Armstrong, Butler, or Indiana County should connect with the Tri-County Workforce Investment Board’s Paul Weifenbaugh at pweifenbaugh@tricountywib.org to learn more.
Questions, Concerns, Comments, or Suggestions? Send them to SWPAHEE@westfaywib.org!
Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board
145 Pavilion Lane,
Youngwood, PA 15697
724.755.2145 | TTY: 724.925.3243
info@westfaywib.org
Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board is an equal opportunity employer/program.
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For federal funding information, visit westfaywib.org/resources/.