5 Resources
Statewide workforce center network offering job search assistance, career counseling, skills assessment, and training referrals through Iowa Workforce Development. Fathers can access computer labs, resume review, hiring events, and apprenticeship information. Bring photo ID, Social Security card, and a current resume or work history. Services are free. Main office in Des Moines with centers in every major Iowa city and rural county hub.
515-281-5387 · 150 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50309
State program providing employment services, vocational training, and job placement for Iowans with disabilities that affect employment. Fathers with physical, mental, or learning disabilities can apply for individualized plans including skills training, assistive technology, and job coaching. Bring photo ID, medical documentation, and income info. Services are free for eligible participants. Main office on East 12th Street in Des Moines with regional sites.
515-281-4211 · 510 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50319
Workforce development and career pathway programming for underserved communities in Des Moines including immigrants, refugees, and low-income residents. Fathers can access job readiness workshops, sector-specific training, and placement support. Bring photo ID, Social Security card, and work history to intake. Most services are free for income-eligible participants. Office on Euclid Avenue partners with local employers for on-the-job training opportunities.
515-244-4900 · 1614 Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
State employment and training program for participants in Iowa's Family Investment Program (FIP) including fathers in TANF-receiving households. Services include career assessment, GED prep, job readiness training, work experience placements, and ongoing case management. Fathers enroll through their local DHS office and coordinate with IowaWORKS. Services are free for eligible participants. Central office on Des Moines Street in Des Moines.
515-281-5387 · 150 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Nonprofit offering job placement, training, and career services for central Iowa residents, with specialized programs for veterans, people with disabilities, and those reentering after incarceration. Fathers can access resume help, digital skills classes, and subsidized on-the-job training. Bring photo ID, Social Security card, and work history to intake. Most services are free. Main office on NE 22nd Street in Des Moines with retail and training sites.
515-265-5323 · 4900 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50313