America Works of Maryland, Inc.

06/04/2026

A new blog from Social Security’s Ticket to Work Program explains how the program supports individuals with disabilities through career counseling, job search assistance, training resources, and ongoing workplace support.

💙 🤝 If you choose America Works as your Ticket to Work provider, our talented staff will us all our resources to help you find a job that works for you!

If you are working while receiving disability benefits, you may have heard of the Ticket to Work Program — a voluntary and free pathway to employment. While the Ticket Program does not commonly offer job placement, it is there to provide you with a support system to help you prepare for work, find...

06/03/2026

🤝 Looking for your next job opportunity? Job fairs can be one of the best ways to connect directly with employers, explore career options, and build professional confidence.

A recent blog from Social Security’s Ticket to Work Program highlights how state workforce agencies, public libraries, community colleges, American Job Centers, and local organizations can help job seekers find free job fairs and hiring events in their communities. 🏠

Read the full blog here: https://choosework.ssa.gov/blog/2026-04-07-how-to-find-job-fairs-using-state-and-local-resources.html

06/02/2026

📊 Latest Labor Market Highlights from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics:

• Unemployment rates increased over the year in 174 of 387 metro areas
• 25 metro areas reported unemployment below 3%
• National unemployment rate remained at 4.3%
• Payroll employment increased in 8 metro areas nationwide
• Many major regions saw employment remain relatively stable

As workforce trends continue to shift, access to training, career readiness, and employment support remains critical for job seekers and communities alike.

06/01/2026

Research from Chapin Hall highlights the impact of deferred prosecution programs in keeping youth out of court and reducing recidivism, showing that when young people are connected to community-based supports instead of deeper system involvement, outcomes improve significantly.

For America Works of Maryland, we understand the power of employment-based diversion strategies and reentry support through our own programs like DCREP and the Bail Diversion Program. The evidence is consistent: stable employment and access to opportunity are critical tools for reducing justice system involvement and strengthening long-term outcomes.

Read the full report here: https://www.chapinhall.org/project/a-decade-of-transformation-in-maryland-child-welfare/

05/29/2026

One more week! 🔔 Join us on Friday, June 5th at 12pm EST/11am CST/9am PST for a Virtual Ticket to Work Orientation. Don't forget to register early!

Want to check your eligibility NOW? You can call our general line at (855) 268-1935 and be connected with a team member who can walk you through next steps.

05/28/2026

🌟 America Works 250 🇺🇸

As our nation approaches its 250th anniversary, we’re launching America Works 250— a campaign recognizing the power of work to strengthen communities, create opportunity, and bring people together.

Across the country, America Works offices will be commemorating this milestone with workforce-focused initiatives and hiring events that connect job seekers with new opportunities. For 250 years, the American story has been shaped by hard work, resilience, and opportunity. Supporting employment is a cause that helps individuals, families, and local economies thrive.

Stay tuned as we celebrate America’s 250th by helping more Americans get to work!

05/27/2026

You may be able to work and keep the support you need. If you receive SSI or SSDI, speak with our team about the free Ticket to Work program today. Call 929-626-5771 now!

05/26/2026

💻 💼 Thinking about going back to work or exploring your employment options? Join the FREE Ticket to Work webinar on May 27 from 3–4:30 pm ET to learn how the Ticket to Work Program and Work Incentives can support your path toward financial independence and meaningful employment.

Register at choosework.ssa.gov/wise or call 1-866-968-7842.

05/26/2026

📈 Recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that real average weekly earnings declined slightly in April as inflation continued to impact workers’ purchasing power. While wages are still growing in many sectors, rising costs remind us that economic opportunity isn’t just about finding a job — it’s about building long-term stability. 🌟

America Works believes that every paycheck should move people forward — and we’ll keep working to make that possible.

05/22/2026

We will be closed on Monday, May 25th for Memorial Day 🇺🇸