On-The-Job Training
On-the-Job Training Program (OJT) is a federally funded program that helps employers hire and train workers for full-time, long term employment. Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wages earned by eligible new trainees while they learn the job.
Employer Benefits
- Hands-on training done your way
- An investment in your company
- Minimal paperwork with a fast turn-around
- Monthly reimbursement up to 50% of trainee's hourly wage
- Employer makes all hiring decisions
How to Get Started
An OJT agreement must be developed before new employees are hired. Funding is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Total reimbursement cannot exceed $9,000, and the length of the training period cannot exceed six months.
Step 1
Register Your Company
Step 2
Recruit Your Employee
Step 3
Enroll Your Employee
Step 4
Begin Training
Complete the registration process as an OJT employer by completing the forms below. If your company has registered before, proceed to Step 2.
Find a suitable candidate for the OJT position. If you need recruitment assistance, please contact our office at 419-999-0360.
Have your new hire fill out the On-the-Job Training (OJT) screening sheet and submit it to OMJ to determine eligibility before scheduling an appointment. Ensure your new hire schedules an enrollment appointment with OhioMeansJobs
New hires must complete enrollment before their first day on the job.
Complete monthly invoices timely for reimbursement from OMJ Allen County.
Things to keep in mind
- Ensure all OJT paperwork is finalized before the employee's start date.
- Provide equal treatment and compensation as regular employees in similar positions.
- Total reimbursement cannot exceed $9,000, and the length of the training period cannot exceed six months.
- Make sure to submit a current copy of the Workers Compensation Wall Certificate yearly